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Best Headstart Programs in South Gate, CA

Compare 5 headstart programs in South Gate. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

South Gate, California at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
56
Top rated (4.5+)
4

South Gate has 5 licensed headstart programs with 56 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 90280 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in South Gate

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
    Kiddie Crest Academy
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    13067 Paramount Boulevard, South Gate, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children

    Kiddie Crest Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and patient teaching staff. Parents highlight quality curriculum, engaging activities, good communication, and flexible hours. Multiple parents express strong satisfaction with their children's development and care experience.

    Caring and compassionate teachersquality toddler curriculumflexible schedulingearly drop-off/late pick-up hours (6:30 AM - 6:00 PM)
  2. 2
    Stanford Primary Center Cspp
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    3020 Kansas Avenue, Rm #2, South Gate, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Stanford Primary Center CSPP receives predominantly positive feedback with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents consistently praise the teachers, staff friendliness, educational quality, and cleanliness. One parent expressed significant dissatisfaction with the principal's management style and responsiveness.

    friendly and dedicated teacherseducational curriculumclean facilitypersonalized attention to children
  3. 3
    Pasitos Hollydale Early Head Start
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    12221 Industrial Avenue, South Gate, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 16 children

    Parents consistently praise Pasitos Hollydale Early Head Start for its excellent organization and positive environment. Reviews highlight good teachers and a welcoming atmosphere for children. All available reviews rate the facility at 5 stars.

    Great organizationgood teacherspositive environment for childrenexcellent facility
  4. 4
    Pasitos San Miguel Pre-Kindergarten Academy
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    9801 San Miguel Avenue, South Gate, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Pasitos San Miguel Pre-Kindergarten Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews award 5-star ratings, with parents praising the organization, teaching staff, and overall environment for children.

    Great organizationgood teacherspositive atmosphere for childrenexcellent quality care
  5. 5
    Hsa Pasitos Head Start Champion Ps
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    13431 Paramount Blvd, South Gate, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    HSA Pasitos Head Start Champion PS in South Gate receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the organization, teaching quality, and welcoming environment for children.

    Great organizationquality teacherspositive atmosphere for childrenexcellent preschool program
  6. 6
    Hsa Pasitos Head Start Scholar Preschool Center
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    8692 Virginia Avenue, South Gate, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 60 children

    HSA Pasitos Head Start Scholar Preschool Center in South Gate receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews rate the facility 5 stars, with parents praising the organization, teaching staff quality, and overall environment for children.

    Great organizationgood teacherspositive atmosphere for childrenexcellent facility
  7. 7
    Hsa Pasitos Head Start Heros Preschool Center
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    9501 California Avenue, South Gate, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise HSA Pasitos Head Start Heroes Preschool Center with five-star ratings. Reviews highlight the center's strong organization, quality teachers, and positive environment for children.

    Great organizationgood teacherspositive environmentquality preschool program
  8. 8
    Hsa Pasitos Head Start Legend Pre School
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    10125 California Avenue, South Gate, CA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children

    HSA PASITOS HEAD START LEGEND PRE SCHOOL receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the facility's organization, quality instruction, and positive environment for children.

    well-organizedgood teacherspositive environmentexcellent facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in South Gate

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
7
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 56 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Great organization
5
2Good teachers
5
3Excellent facility
3
4Positive atmosphere for children
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in South Gate, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.58avg rating
12 daycares · 6 rated

Headstart Programs

4.4avg rating
5 daycares · 5 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

South Gate zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9028017
4.5
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in South Gate (15–175 children)

Small

up to 30 children

10

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in South Gate based on parent reviews

Pasitos Hollydale Early Head Start

4.4(5)

12221 Industrial Avenue, South Gate, CA

Parents consistently praise Pasitos Hollydale Early Head Start for its excellent organization and positive environment. Reviews highlight good teachers and a welcoming atmosphere for children. All available reviews rate the facility at 5 stars.

Great organizationgood teacherspositive environment for children

Hsa Pasitos Head Start Champion Ps

4.4(5)

13431 Paramount Blvd, South Gate, CA

HSA Pasitos Head Start Champion PS in South Gate receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the organization, teaching quality, and welcoming environment for children.

Great organizationquality teacherspositive atmosphere for children

Hsa Pasitos Head Start Scholar Preschool Center

4.4(5)

8692 Virginia Avenue, South Gate, CA

HSA Pasitos Head Start Scholar Preschool Center in South Gate receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews rate the facility 5 stars, with parents praising the organization, teaching staff quality, and overall environment for children.

Great organizationgood teacherspositive atmosphere for children

Hsa Pasitos Head Start Heros Preschool Center

4.4(5)

9501 California Avenue, South Gate, CA

Parents consistently praise HSA Pasitos Head Start Heroes Preschool Center with five-star ratings. Reviews highlight the center's strong organization, quality teachers, and positive environment for children.

Great organizationgood teacherspositive environment

Hsa Pasitos Head Start Legend Pre School

4.4(5)

10125 California Avenue, South Gate, CA

HSA PASITOS HEAD START LEGEND PRE SCHOOL receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the facility's organization, quality instruction, and positive environment for children.

well-organizedgood teacherspositive environment

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Daycare types in South Gate

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 5

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Headstart Programs in South Gate, California

There are 5 headstart programs in South Gate, California, making up 29% of the 17 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 South Gate have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 36% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.58 stars. Our analysis covers 56 parent reviews. Parents in South Gate most frequently praise daycares for great organization, good teachers, and excellent facility.

When choosing a daycare in South Gate, 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 South Gate

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Pasitos Hollydale Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4

Parents consistently praise Pasitos Hollydale Early Head Start for its excellent organization and positive environment. Reviews highlight good teachers and a welcoming atmosphere for children. All available reviews rate the facility at 5 stars.

Great organizationgood teacherspositive environment for children
Address
12221 Industrial Avenue, South Gate, CA
Phone
(562) 408-0676
Hsa Pasitos Head Start Champion Ps
Headstart Programs
4.4

HSA Pasitos Head Start Champion PS in South Gate receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the organization, teaching quality, and welcoming environment for children.

Great organizationquality teacherspositive atmosphere for children
Address
13431 Paramount Blvd, South Gate, CA
Phone
(323) 513-0594
Hsa Pasitos Head Start Scholar Preschool Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

HSA Pasitos Head Start Scholar Preschool Center in South Gate receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews rate the facility 5 stars, with parents praising the organization, teaching staff quality, and overall environment for children.

Great organizationgood teacherspositive atmosphere for children
Address
8692 Virginia Avenue, South Gate, CA
Phone
(323) 249-0368
Hsa Pasitos Head Start Heros Preschool Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

Parents consistently praise HSA Pasitos Head Start Heroes Preschool Center with five-star ratings. Reviews highlight the center's strong organization, quality teachers, and positive environment for children.

Great organizationgood teacherspositive environment
Address
9501 California Avenue, South Gate, CA
Phone
(323) 513-0594
Hsa Pasitos Head Start Legend Pre School
Headstart Programs
4.4

HSA PASITOS HEAD START LEGEND PRE SCHOOL receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the facility's organization, quality instruction, and positive environment for children.

well-organizedgood teacherspositive environment
Address
10125 California Avenue, South Gate, CA
Phone
(323) 513-0594

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 headstart programs daycares in South Gate, California, out of 17 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 South Gate have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 36% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in South Gate, 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
South Gate offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 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 South Gate for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in South Gate 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.