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Best Headstart Programs in Petaluma, CA

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

Petaluma, California at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
9

Petaluma has 1 licensed headstart programs with 29 parent reviews averaging 5/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 100% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 94954 (avg 5 stars), while 94952 has the largest selection (20 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Petaluma

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
    Children'S Corner
    4.69 score
    5(11)

    629 East D Street, Petaluma, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Parents unanimously praise Children's Corner as an exceptional preschool with caring, nurturing teachers and a child-centered environment. Multiple families report dramatic improvements in their children's attitudes toward school and lasting positive impacts. The center has maintained a strong reputation for nearly 30 years with consistent staff and high parent satisfaction.

    Caring and attentive teacherssmooth transition for new studentschild-friendly facilitysmall class sizes

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Petaluma

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
24 daycares · 9 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Petaluma zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
949546
5
1
9495220
5
8

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Petaluma (14–107 children)

Small

up to 30 children

11

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Petaluma

Child Daycare & Preschools 24Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Browse by type in Petaluma

🎨 Preschools 12🌱 Montessori 4

Headstart Programs in Petaluma, California

There are 1 headstart programs in Petaluma, California, making up 4% of the 26 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 Petaluma have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Petaluma, 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 Petaluma

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Head Start - Petaluma
Headstart Programs
Address
110 Ellis Street, Petaluma, CA
Phone
(707) 778-3896

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Petaluma, California, out of 26 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 Petaluma have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Petaluma, 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
Petaluma offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 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 Petaluma for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Petaluma 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.