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Best Headstart Programs in Lakewood, CA

Compare 3 headstart programs in Lakewood. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lakewood, California at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.34/5
Parent reviews
18
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Lakewood offers 3 licensed headstart programs, 7 of which have public ratings averaging 4.34/5.The highest-rated options cluster around 90715 (avg 5 stars), while 90712 has the largest selection (10 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lakewood

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
    Lakewood Child Development Center
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    5225 Hayter Ave., Lakewood, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Lakewood Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the spacious classrooms, hands-on curriculum, engaged teachers, and fresh daily meals. One parent expressed dissatisfaction following staff changes. Current parents report their children enjoy attending and feel well-prepared for kindergarten.

    Spacious and organized classroomsinteractive and engaged teachershands-on curriculumfresh meals cooked daily

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Lakewood

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.34avg rating
22 daycares · 7 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lakewood zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
907157
5
3
907138
5
1
9071210
3.47
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lakewood (13–160 children)

Small

up to 30 children

9

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in Lakewood

Child Daycare & Preschools 22Headstart Programs 3

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Headstart Programs in Lakewood, California

There are 3 headstart programs in Lakewood, California, making up 12% of the 25 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 Lakewood have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.34 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood

Showing 3 results

Willow Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
Address
11733 E. 205th Street, Lakewood, CA
Phone
(562) 229-7954
Melbourne Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
Address
21314 Claretta, Lakewood, CA
Phone
(562) 229-7931
Aloha Head Start/State Preschool
Headstart Programs
Address
11737 E. 214th Street, Lakewood, CA
Phone
(562) 924-2076

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Lakewood, California, out of 25 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 Lakewood have an average Google rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lakewood, 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
Lakewood offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 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 Lakewood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lakewood 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.