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Best Headstart Programs in Lemon Grove, CA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Lemon Grove. Average rating: 4.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lemon Grove, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.9/5
Parent reviews
27
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Lemon Grove has 1 licensed headstart programs with 27 parent reviews averaging 4.9/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 91945 zip code, averaging 4.9 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lemon Grove

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
    Christian Church Of Lemon Grove School Age Prog.
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    6970 San Miguel Ave, Lemon Grove, CA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 60 children

    Christian Church of Lemon Grove School Age Program receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise its welcoming, multicultural environment and Bible-based approach. Parents highlight the friendly community, diverse programming including Spanish language options, and the pastor's engaging sermons. The facility makes families feel genuinely welcomed and at home.

    Welcoming and inclusive atmospheremulticultural communityBible-based teachingsbilingual programming with Spanish translation

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Lemon Grove

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Lemon Grove, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.92avg rating
11 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

4.85avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lemon Grove zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9194514
4.9
7

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lemon Grove (24–90 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Lemon Grove

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Browse by type in Lemon Grove

🎨 Preschools 7✝️ Christian Daycare 5

Headstart Programs in Lemon Grove, California

There are 1 headstart programs in Lemon Grove, California, making up 7% of the 14 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 Lemon Grove have an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.92 stars. Our analysis covers 27 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lemon Grove, 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 Lemon Grove

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Aka Head Start - San Miguel
Headstart Programs
Address
7059 San Miguel, Lemon Grove, CA
Phone
(619) 460-6611

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Lemon Grove, California, out of 14 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 Lemon Grove have an average Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lemon Grove, 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
Lemon Grove offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Lemon Grove for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lemon Grove 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.