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Best Headstart Programs in Dade City, FL

Compare 2 headstart programs in Dade City. Average rating: 3.94/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dade City, Florida at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.94/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Dade City has 2 licensed headstart programs with 35 parent reviews averaging 3.94/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 33525 zip code, averaging 4.5 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dade City

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
    Wesley Creative School For Children
    4.78 score
    5(18)

    37628 Church Ave, Dade City, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 96 children

    Wesley Creative School for Children receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight Director Mrs. Kerrie's exceptional leadership and the staff's caring, professional approach to childcare. The facility is described as warm, family-oriented, and focused on enriching activities and child development.

    Exceptional director (Mrs. Kerrie)dedicated and caring staffwarm and welcoming environmentfamily-oriented atmosphere
  2. 2
    Sacred Heart Early Childhood Center
    4.3 score
    4.6(5)

    32245 Saint Joe Rd, Dade City, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 192 children

    Sacred Heart Early Childhood Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who describe it as exceptional and family-oriented. Parents consistently highlight caring, attentive staff, strong teacher-student relationships, faith-based learning, and responsive communication. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction and multi-generational attendance.

    Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachers (Miss SallyMrs. EricaMs. Angie praised by name)

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Dade City

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
5
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Dade City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.08avg rating
7 daycares · 6 rated

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dade City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
335256
4.5
3
335235
3.5
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dade City (23–192 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dade City based on parent reviews

Rcma Dade City Learning Center

3(2)

15048 14th St, Dade City, FL

One parent expresses strong affection for the facility, while another criticizes the lack of a dedicated 800-number for contacting drivers regarding complaints.

Love this place

Rcma Dade City Child Development Center

3(2)

15029 14th St, Dade City, FL

One parent expresses strong satisfaction with the facility, while another criticizes the lack of a dedicated customer service line for driver complaints.

Love this place

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Daycare types in Dade City

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Dade City, Florida

There are 2 headstart programs in Dade City, Florida, making up 18% of the 11 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 Dade City have an average rating of 3.94 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 44% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dade City, 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 Dade City

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Rcma Dade City Learning Center
Headstart Programs
3

One parent expresses strong affection for the facility, while another criticizes the lack of a dedicated 800-number for contacting drivers regarding complaints.

Love this place
Address
15048 14th St, Dade City, FL
Phone
(352) 523-6903
Rcma Dade City Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
3

One parent expresses strong satisfaction with the facility, while another criticizes the lack of a dedicated customer service line for driver complaints.

Love this place
Address
15029 14th St, Dade City, FL
Phone
(352) 523-6900

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Dade City, Florida, out of 11 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 Dade City have an average Google rating of 3.94 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 44% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dade City, 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
Dade City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Dade City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dade City 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.