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Best Headstart Programs in Harrington, DE

Compare 1 headstart programs in Harrington. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Harrington, Delaware at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
50
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Harrington has 1 licensed headstart programs with 50 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 19952 zip code, averaging 4.4 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Harrington

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
    Shells Child Care Center III
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    5332 Milford Harrington Highway, Harrington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children

    Parents consistently praise Shells Child Care Center III for exceptional staff care, developmental progress, and a welcoming environment. Multiple reviewers highlight specific teachers by name and express strong confidence in their children's safety and education. The facility has maintained a reputation for quality care over many years and across multiple age groups.

    Caring and attentive staffchildren's developmental advancementwelcoming environmentstructured
  2. 2
    The Wonder Years Kids Club INC.
    4.53 score
    4.7(15)

    17629 South Dupont Highway, Harrington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children

    The Wonder Years Kids Club receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong communication, clean facilities, structured environment, and positive developmental outcomes for their children. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and returned as multi-year customers or even grandparents.

    Caring and attentive staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facilitiesstructured and organized environment
  3. 3
    Jjs Learning Experience LLC.
    3.86 score
    3.8(13)

    17001 South Dupont Highway, Harrington, DE · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children

    JJS Learning Experience receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the caring staff, structured curriculum, and owner involvement. Parents report significant developmental progress, family engagement events, and a nurturing environment. One negative review raised concerns about staff supervision practices outside the facility.

    Caring and dedicated staffactive curriculum with measurable learning outcomesowner presence and involvem

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Harrington

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Harrington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
199525
4.4
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Harrington (25–102 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Harrington

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Harrington, Delaware

There are 1 headstart programs in Harrington, Delaware, making up 20% of the 5 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 Harrington have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 50 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Harrington, 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 Harrington

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Telamon Corp Harrington Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
112 East Street, Harrington, DE
Phone
(302) 398-9196

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Harrington, Delaware, out of 5 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 Harrington have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Harrington, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Delaware's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Delaware)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Harrington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Delaware 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 Harrington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Harrington must be licensed by Delaware'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.