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Best Headstart Programs in Hollister, CA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Hollister. Average rating: 3.76/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hollister, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.76/5
Parent reviews
33
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Hollister has 1 licensed headstart programs with 33 parent reviews averaging 3.76/5.The largest concentration is in 95023 with 15 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hollister

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Meadowlark Preschool LLC.
    4.74 score
    5(14)

    10 Mansfield Road, Hollister, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Meadowlark Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, safe, and enriching environment. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, particularly Director Ms. Castaneda, and report that their children have thrived academically, socially, and emotionally while developing confidence and a love of learning.

    Warm and welcoming environmentpatient and caring teachersstrong communication with parentswell-balanced curriculum combining structured learning and play-based activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Hollister

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Hollister, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.76avg rating
13 daycares · 7 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hollister zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9502315
3.76
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hollister (20–77 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Hollister

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 7

Headstart Programs in Hollister, California

There are 1 headstart programs in Hollister, California, making up 7% of the 15 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Hollister have an average rating of 3.76 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 29% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.76 stars. Our analysis covers 33 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hollister, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Hollister

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Hollister Head Start
Headstart Programs

Parents highlight the caring nature of staff members like Miss Melinda and Miss Trice, noting a welcoming atmosphere and adorable children. Reviewers express strong appreciation for the teachers and the overall positive experience at the facility.

caring staffwelcoming atmosphereadorable children
Address
1011 Line Street, Hollister, CA
Phone
(408) 637-8597

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Hollister, California, out of 15 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Hollister have an average Google rating of 3.76 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 29% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hollister, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with California's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in California)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Hollister offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in California typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Hollister for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hollister must be licensed by California's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.