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Best Headstart Programs in Wauchula, FL

Compare 3 headstart programs in Wauchula. Average rating: 4.62/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wauchula, Florida at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.62/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Wauchula offers 3 licensed headstart programs, 6 of which have public ratings averaging 4.62/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 33873 zip code, averaging 4.62 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wauchula

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
    Island Of Adventure
    3.36 score
    3(9)

    1258 W Main St, Wauchula, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

    Island of Adventure receives highly polarized reviews with significant disagreements among parents. Multiple parents praise the center's educational quality, staff, and learning environment, reporting children's strong development and positive memories. However, other recent reviews report serious concerns including staff rudeness, inadequate child supervision and safety practices, and unresolved refund issues.

    Strong educational outcomes and speech developmentscho

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Wauchula

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.23avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wauchula zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
338739
4.62
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wauchula (35–174 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wauchula based on parent reviews

Rcma Fred Dennis Child Development Annex

5(1)

405 N 8th Ave, Wauchula, FL

One parent reports that their niece enjoys attending this Head Start program. The available feedback highlights a positive experience for the child involved.

Child enjoyment

Rcma Fred Dennis Child Development Center

5(1)

320 N 9th Ave, Wauchula, FL

One parent reports that their young niece enjoys attending this Head Start center. The single review provided highlights a positive experience without noting any specific drawbacks or concerns.

child enjoyment

East Coast Migrants Head Start Project 1

5

604 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Wauchula, FL

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Daycare types in Wauchula

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 3Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Wauchula, Florida

There are 3 headstart programs in Wauchula, Florida, making up 33% of the 9 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 Wauchula have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wauchula, 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 Wauchula

Showing 3 results

East Coast Migrants Head Start Project 1
Headstart Programs
5
Address
604 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Wauchula, FL
Phone
(863) 773-2815
Rcma Fred Dennis Child Development Annex
Headstart Programs
5

One parent reports that their niece enjoys attending this Head Start program. The available feedback highlights a positive experience for the child involved.

Child enjoyment
Address
405 N 8th Ave, Wauchula, FL
Phone
(863) 767-0222
Rcma Fred Dennis Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
5

One parent reports that their young niece enjoys attending this Head Start center. The single review provided highlights a positive experience without noting any specific drawbacks or concerns.

child enjoyment
Address
320 N 9th Ave, Wauchula, FL
Phone
(863) 767-0222

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Wauchula, Florida, out of 9 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 Wauchula have an average Google rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wauchula, 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
Wauchula offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 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 Wauchula for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wauchula 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.