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Best Headstart Programs in Manteca, CA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Manteca. Average rating: 3.31/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Manteca, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.31/5
Parent reviews
76
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Manteca has 1 licensed headstart programs with 76 parent reviews averaging 3.31/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 40% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 95336 with 22 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manteca

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
    Capc - Mcfall
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    1810 Hoyt Lane, Manteca, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    CAPC - MCFALL is highly rated by parents for its exceptional staff and individualized care approach. The center is particularly praised for supporting special needs children with patience, kindness, and specialized services like speech therapy. Parents consistently highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and strong teacher-parent relationships.

    Caring and patient staffspecialized support for special needs childrenone-on-one attentionspeech therapy services
  2. 2
    Sequoia Christian Preschool
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    1050 S. Union Road, Manteca, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Sequoia Christian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, nurturing staff and faith-based environment. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, security, cleanliness, and quality of education their children receive. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning well.

    Caring and dedicated staffChristian environmentsecure facilitygood teacher-to-student ratios
  3. 3
    St. Paul'S United Methodist Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.5(19)

    910 East North Street, Manteca, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    St. Paul's United Methodist Preschool in Manteca receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Parents highlight excellent teachers, friendly and helpful staff, and a welcoming environment. The facility also offers community programs including a food giveaway initiative.

    Excellent teachersfriendly and helpful staffnice grounds and buildingwelcoming and warm environment
  4. 4
    Hansel & Gretel Day Care Center
    3.77 score
    3.7(17)

    1014 W. Center Street, Manteca, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

    Hansel & Gretel Day Care Center in Manteca receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and professional staff, strong developmental outcomes for children, and welcoming environment. The facility is recommended for working parents and those balancing school or career changes.

    Professional and caring staffacademic development (ABCsnumbersliteracy)
  5. 5
    Manteca Christian Preschool
    3.63 score
    3.4(8)

    486 Button Ave, Manteca, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Manteca Christian Preschool has highly polarized reviews. Several parents praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and strong communication, reporting their children enjoy attending. However, multiple other parents report serious concerns including poor hygiene, neglect, inadequate staffing, unprofessional behavior from staff, and disputes over refunds.

    caring and communicative staffengaging curriculum and activitieshands-on learning approachchildren en

Rating Distribution

Based on 15 daycares with Google ratings in Manteca

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
4

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.39avg rating
30 daycares · 13 rated

Before or After School Daycare

1avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Manteca zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9533711
3.6
2
9533622
3.2
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Manteca (17–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

12

Medium

31–75 children

13

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Manteca based on parent reviews

Cap Kern Early Head Start Prg - Walnut Ave

4.5(2)

115 N. Walnut Avenue, Manteca, CA

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Daycare types in Manteca

Child Daycare & Preschools 30Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Browse by type in Manteca

🎨 Preschools 6✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Manteca, California

There are 1 headstart programs in Manteca, California, making up 3% of the 33 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 Manteca have an average rating of 3.31 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 76 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Manteca, 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 Manteca

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Cap Kern Early Head Start Prg - Walnut Ave
Headstart Programs
4.5
Address
115 N. Walnut Avenue, Manteca, CA
Phone
(209) 242-9540

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Manteca, California, out of 33 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 Manteca have an average Google rating of 3.31 out of 5 across 15 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Manteca, 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
Manteca offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 30 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Manteca for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Manteca 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.