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Best Headstart Programs in Vacaville, CA

Compare 4 headstart programs in Vacaville. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Vacaville, California at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.23/5
Parent reviews
167
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Vacaville has 4 licensed headstart programs with 167 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 58% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 95687 with 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Vacaville

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
    Busy Bodies Playhouse
    4.69 score
    4.9(16)

    2070 Peabody Rd., Suite 710, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 15 children

    Busy Bodies Playhouse is a highly-rated play center where parents report their children are happy, engaged, and eager to return. The facility offers extensive play equipment, activities, and amenities in a clean environment with friendly staff.

    Extensive play equipment and activities (bouncy housetrampolinearts and crafts)clean facility
  2. 2
    Childtime Children'S Center - Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1201 Burton Drive, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Parents consistently praise Childtime Children's Center for its caring, well-organized environment and strong leadership under Director Ms. Heather. All reviews highlight the staff's genuine commitment to child development, safety, and parent communication. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and thriving.

    Caring and attentive staffstrong leadership and organizationclear communication with parentschildren feel safe and excited to attend
  3. 3
    The Father'S Kids Preschool
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    4800 Horse Creek Drive, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    The reviews provided are for The Father's House, a church in Vacaville, not a daycare center. There appears to be a data mismatch, as the listed facility is 'THE FATHER'S KIDS PRESCHOOL' (a daycare), but all reviews discuss church services, worship, and spiritual community rather than childcare services.

    None mentioned for daycare services
  4. 4
    Vacaville Christian Early Education Preschool
    3.76 score
    3.7(20)

    1117 Davis Street, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 163 children

    Vacaville Christian Early Education Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who value its faith-based approach, small class sizes, strong academics, and caring staff. Parents highlight the school's welcoming community, personalized attention, well-rounded programs including sports and enrichment activities, and collaborative home-school partnerships.

    Faith-based educationsmall class sizes with individualized attentionstrong academicscaring and
  5. 5
    Vacaville Christian Early Education Infant
    3.76 score
    3.7(20)

    1117 Davis Street, Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Vacaville Christian Schools receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, strong academics, and faith-based environment. Parents highlight small class sizes, personal attention, enriching programs, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The school is described as a nurturing place where children grow academically and spiritually.

    Caring and communicative teacherssmall class sizesstrong academicsfaith-based curriculum
  6. 6
    Vacaville Christian Early Education
    3.76 score
    3.7(20)

    1127 Davis St., Vacaville, CA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Vacaville Christian Early Education receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, small class sizes, faith-based curriculum, and well-rounded academic and character development. Parents highlight strong communication between school and home, diverse enrichment activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The school is viewed as a worthwhile investment in children's spiritual and academic growth.

    Caring and communicative staffs

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Vacaville

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
5
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.08avg rating
20 daycares · 10 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Vacaville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9568714
4.31
4
9568810
4.12
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Vacaville (15–163 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Vacaville based on parent reviews

Head Start - Larsen

5

1707 California Drive, Rm 3, Vacaville, CA

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Daycare types in Vacaville

Child Daycare & Preschools 20Headstart Programs 4Church Daycare 1

Browse by type in Vacaville

🎨 Preschools 7👶 Infant & Toddler 4✝️ Christian Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Vacaville, California

There are 4 headstart programs in Vacaville, California, making up 16% of the 25 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 Vacaville have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 58% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 167 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Vacaville, 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 Vacaville

Showing 4 results

Head Start - Larsen
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1707 California Drive, Rm 3, Vacaville, CA
Phone
(707) 449-0891
Head Start - Padan
Headstart Programs
Address
100 Padan School Road, Vacaville, CA
Phone
(707) 446-0595
Head Start - Mariposa
Headstart Programs
Address
1625 Alamo Drive, Vacaville, CA
Phone
(707) 446-7300
Head Start - Fairmont Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1355 Marshall Road, Vacaville, CA
Phone
(707) 450-0414

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Vacaville, California, out of 25 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 Vacaville have an average Google rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 58% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Vacaville, 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
Vacaville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 20 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church 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 Vacaville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Vacaville 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.