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Best Headstart Programs in Turlock, CA

Compare 3 headstart programs in Turlock. Average rating: 4.84/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Turlock, California at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.84/5
Parent reviews
18
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Turlock offers 3 licensed headstart programs, 8 of which have public ratings averaging 4.84/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 88% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 95380 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 11 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Turlock

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
    Cornerstone Christian Preschool
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    4105 Crowell Road, Turlock, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Cornerstone Christian Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, welcoming staff and family-oriented environment. Parents highlight the bilingual instruction, structured curriculum emphasizing compassion, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily and feel safe and loved.

    caring and kind staffwelcoming environmentbilingual education (Spanish and English)inclusive approach including children with disabilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Turlock

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.96avg rating
16 daycares · 7 rated

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Turlock zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9538011
5
4
953829
4.67
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Turlock (14–151 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Turlock based on parent reviews

Keyes Head Start

4(1)

4621 Nunes Road, Turlock, CA

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Daycare types in Turlock

Child Daycare & Preschools 16Headstart Programs 3Before or After School Daycare 2

Browse by type in Turlock

🎨 Preschools 7✝️ Christian Daycare 4

Headstart Programs in Turlock, California

There are 3 headstart programs in Turlock, California, making up 14% of the 21 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 Turlock have an average rating of 4.84 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 88% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.96 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Turlock, 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 Turlock

Showing 3 results

Keyes Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
4621 Nunes Road, Turlock, CA
Phone
(209) 656-2388
Wakefield Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
400 South Avenue, Turlock, CA
Phone
(209) 632-2857
Cunningham Head Start/ Turlock Joint Elementary
Headstart Programs
Address
324 W. Linwood, Turlock, CA
Phone
(209) 632-2857

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Turlock, California, out of 21 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 Turlock have an average Google rating of 4.84 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 88% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Turlock, 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
Turlock offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 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 Turlock for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Turlock 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.