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Best Headstart Programs in Defuniak Springs, FL

Compare 2 headstart programs in Defuniak Springs. Average rating: 4.46/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Defuniak Springs, Florida at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.46/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Defuniak Springs has 2 licensed headstart programs with 28 parent reviews averaging 4.46/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 86% of rated programs, well above average.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Defuniak Springs

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
    Chautauqua Early Education Center
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    908 Us Highway 90 W, #B, Defuniak Springs, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 39 children

    Chautauqua Early Education Center receives consistently high ratings for its clean, updated facilities and friendly staff. However, one parent reported significant difficulties with the enrollment and class transfer process, which deterred them from returning after multiple attempts over several years.

    Clean and updated facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffgood learning environmentmodern amenities including IT support and classroom technology
  2. 2
    New Harmony Baptist Church Preschool
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    2281 County Highway 2a, Defuniak Springs, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children

    Reviews praise New Harmony Baptist Church Preschool for its welcoming, loving community and strong faith-based environment. Parents highlight the church's involvement in community outreach and positive experiences with staff and programs like Vacation Bible School. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction.

    Friendly and welcoming staffstrong sense of communityfaith-based environmentcommunity involvement and outreach
  3. 3
    Roehm Preschool And After Care Center INC
    2.78 score
    2.1(9)

    1595 State Highway 83, Defuniak Springs, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    ROEHM Preschool has received overwhelmingly negative reviews citing safety concerns, inadequate supervision, and unprofessional staff behavior. One positive review praised the learning environment and staff care, but this is vastly outweighed by multiple complaints about child safety and welfare.

    Children learnstaff shows care and affection

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Defuniak Springs

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Defuniak Springs, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

4.7avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Defuniak Springs (35–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Defuniak Springs based on parent reviews

Tri-County Head Start Center

5

268 S Davis Ln, Defuniak Springs, FL

Tri-County Early Head Start Center

5

265 S 18th St, Defuniak Springs, FL

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Daycare types in Defuniak Springs

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Defuniak Springs, Florida

There are 2 headstart programs in Defuniak Springs, Florida, making up 25% of the 8 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 Defuniak Springs have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 86% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Defuniak Springs, 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 Defuniak Springs

Showing 2 results

Tri-County Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
268 S Davis Ln, Defuniak Springs, FL
Phone
(850) 892-7635
Tri-County Early Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
265 S 18th St, Defuniak Springs, FL
Phone
(850) 951-0464

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Defuniak Springs, Florida, out of 8 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 Defuniak Springs have an average Google rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 86% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Defuniak Springs, 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
Defuniak Springs offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church 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 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 Defuniak Springs for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Defuniak Springs 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.