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Best Headstart Programs in Avon Park, FL

Compare 2 headstart programs in Avon Park. Average rating: 3.99/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Avon Park, Florida at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.99/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Avon Park offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 7 of which have public ratings averaging 3.99/5.The largest concentration is in 33825 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Avon Park

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
    All Learning Center
    4.3 score
    4.6(5)

    232 E Hal Mcrae Blvd, Avon Park, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    All Learning Center in Avon Park receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Families praise the friendly and caring staff, including director Ms. Tikia, with many reporting long-term enrollment of multiple children. Parents highlight the warm atmosphere and quality care provided by teachers and office staff.

    Friendly and welcoming staffcaring teacherssupportive director (Ms. Tikia)good office staff
  2. 2
    Avon Park Community Child Development Center INC
    4.3 score
    4.6(5)

    800 S Delaney Ave, Avon Park, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 146 children

    Parents consistently praise Avon Park Community Child Development Center for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Staff members, including director Ms. Tikia, are highlighted as caring, amazing, and dedicated to treating children with genuine compassion. Multiple families have maintained enrollment for extended periods, indicating strong satisfaction with the facility.

    Friendly and outgoing staffcaring teachersexcellent director (Ms. Tikia)good office staff
  3. 3
    The Sanctuary Preschool And Daycare
    3.85 score
    3.7(5)

    901 Locke St, Avon Park, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 136 children

    The Sanctuary Preschool and Daycare receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, educational readiness, and teacher-student relationships, but several express serious concerns about supervision, hygiene practices, and educational activities.

    Caring and nice staffchildren prepared for kindergartenteachers show love for studentsincident reporting

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Avon Park

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Avon Park, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.82avg rating
7 daycares · 6 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Avon Park zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3382510
3.99
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Avon Park (32–188 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Avon Park based on parent reviews

Rcma Hopewell Child Development Center

5(1)

100 Ernest E Sims St, Avon Park, FL

One parent describes an excellent work team and experience, noting that their child is happy thanks to the staff. The reviewer specifically highlights the quality of the collective effort in caring for their son.

excellent work teampositive experiencehappy child

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Daycare types in Avon Park

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Avon Park, Florida

There are 2 headstart programs in Avon Park, Florida, making up 20% of the 10 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 Avon Park have an average rating of 3.99 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Avon Park, 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 Avon Park

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Rcma Hopewell Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
5

One parent describes an excellent work team and experience, noting that their child is happy thanks to the staff. The reviewer specifically highlights the quality of the collective effort in caring for their son.

excellent work teampositive experiencehappy child
Address
100 Ernest E Sims St, Avon Park, FL
Phone
(863) 452-4377
Rcma Avon Park Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1301 Strong Ave, Avon Park, FL
Phone
(863) 452-3880

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Avon Park, Florida, out of 10 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 Avon Park have an average Google rating of 3.99 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Avon Park, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Florida's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Florida)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Avon Park offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Florida 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 Avon Park for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Avon Park must be licensed by Florida'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.