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Best Headstart Programs in Macclenny, FL

Compare 2 headstart programs in Macclenny. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Macclenny, Florida at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.06/5
Parent reviews
39
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Macclenny has 2 licensed headstart programs with 39 parent reviews averaging 4.06/5.The largest concentration is in 32063 with 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Macclenny

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
    First United Methodist Church Preschool
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    93 N 5th St, Macclenny, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    First United Methodist Church Preschool in Macclenny receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the kind and loving teachers, strong communication, and overall quality of the program. The facility appears to provide a welcoming, faith-based environment that families greatly appreciate.

    kind and loving teachersgreat communicationwelcoming environmentamazing staff
  2. 2
    Tiny Tots Day Care Center
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    219 E Michigan Ave, Macclenny, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Tiny Tots Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and dedicated staff, engaging activities, and family-like atmosphere. The center offers free VPK using the Abeka program and is known for making children feel safe and loved. One parent reported a negative experience involving a staff change that affected their child's happiness.

    Caring and approachable staffkind owner (Tabitha Gray and Donelle)fun and educational activitiesfair rates
  3. 3
    Tiny Tots Preschool And Daycare, Too
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    14271 N 121 State Road, Macclenny, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 69 children

    Tiny Tots Preschool and Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, loving environment, and educational activities. The facility is noted for treating children like family while maintaining safety and offering programs like free VPK. One parent reported a negative experience after a staff change, noting their child became unhappy and withdrawn.

    Kind and caring stafffair ratesfun and educational activitiesfree VPK program
  4. 4
    Abc Childcare & Learning Center LLC
    4 score
    4(16)

    627 S 5th St, Macclenny, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 123 children

    ABC Childcare & Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, safe environment, strong academic and social development, and excellent communication as key strengths. Multiple families report it as the best childcare decision they've made.

    caring and patient staffsafe and clean facilityexcellent communication and updatesvariety of activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Macclenny

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.75avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.6avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Macclenny zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
320638
4.06
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Macclenny (35–144 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Macclenny

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 3

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Headstart Programs in Macclenny, Florida

There are 2 headstart programs in Macclenny, 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 Macclenny have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 39 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Macclenny, 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 Macclenny

Showing 2 results

Early Headstart Of Baker County
Headstart Programs
Address
522 S 6th St, Macclenny, FL
Phone
(904) 259-8982
Baker 1 Head Start And Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
402 S 8th St, Macclenny, FL
Phone
(904) 259-1177

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Macclenny, 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 Macclenny have an average Google rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Macclenny, 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
Macclenny offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Macclenny for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Macclenny 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.