Best Headstart Programs in Savannah, GA
Compare 11 headstart programs in Savannah. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Savannah, Georgia at a glance
- Programs
- 11
- Avg rating
- 4.3/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,141
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 56
Savannah has 11 licensed headstart programs with 1,141 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.56 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 31406 (avg 4.49 stars), while 31405 has the largest selection (42 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Savannah
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.
- 1Calvary Baptist Day Care Center4.72 score4.9(20)
4625 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 318 children
Calvary Baptist Day Care Center is highly praised for its welcoming spiritual atmosphere and quality early learning programs. Parents consistently mention the caring staff, family-like environment, and well-organized events. The facility serves as both a church and educational center that has positively impacted families for decades.
Warmwelcoming spiritual atmospherecaring and kind stafffamily-like environment - 2Kingdom Life Head Start Center4.72 score4.9(20)
425 West Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, GA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children
No parent reviews of the daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship Church, not the Kingdom Life Head Start Center daycare. Therefore, no assessment of the daycare's quality, staff, or services can be made from these reviews.
None mentioned (reviews are for the churchnot daycare) - 3Isle Of Hope Weekday Ministries4.7 score4.9(18)
412 Parkersburg Road, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Isle of Hope Weekday Ministries is a church-based daycare in Savannah with consistently excellent ratings. Parents praise the friendly and welcoming staff, quality childcare, Christian-centered environment, and community involvement. The facility is noted for its beautiful setting and compassionate approach to early childhood education.
Friendly and welcoming staffexcellent childcare qualityChrist-centered/Christian environmentbeautiful setting - 4Terry'S Childcare And Learning Center4.67 score5(10)
1728 Staley Ave., Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children
Terry's Childcare and Learning Center (operating as Avant Learning Academy) receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong educational programs, and clean facilities. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, engaging activities, and a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.
Caring and supportive staffstrong Pre-K and preschool programsclean and safe facilitydaily communication and progress updates - 5Happy Hearts Learning Academy4.64 score5(9)
1190 King George Boulevard, Suite A-2, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Happy Hearts Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a caring, nurturing environment with dedicated staff and owner Mrs. Sanders. Parents highlight strong educational activities, child development support, and a family-oriented approach. The center is also recognized for community involvement and support beyond childcare services.
Caring and patient staffstrong educational activitiessafe and nurturing environmentchild - 6First Bryan Baptist Church After School Program4.64 score4.8(20)
575 West Bryan Street, Savannah, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews praise First Bryan Baptist Church for its rich historical significance as the oldest African American church in the United States and its welcoming spiritual community. Parents and visitors highlight the quality of sermons, music ministry, youth choir, and overall welcoming atmosphere. The church offers weekly tours and Sunday services.
Welcoming and inclusive communitypowerful sermons and preachingexcellent music and youth choirhistorically significant - 7St. Peter The Apostle4.6 score4.8(15)
7020 Concord Road, Savannah, GA · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
St. Peter the Apostle is a highly-regarded Catholic parish and school in Savannah known for its welcoming community and engaging spiritual leadership. Parents consistently praise the warm, inclusive atmosphere and note feeling a strong sense of belonging. The facility is recognized for its community involvement and quality educational programs.
Welcoming and friendly congregationdown-to-earth priestsengaging homiliesstrong sense of community - 8Jewish Educational Alliance Preschool Savannah4.56 score4.7(20)
5111 Abercorn St., Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 127 children
Jewish Educational Alliance Preschool Savannah receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 average rating across all reviews. Parents praise the engaging teachers, safe environment, well-maintained facilities, and new outdoor pool with zero-entry area. The center is noted for creating a family-like atmosphere with strong staff support for child development.
Friendly and engaged staffsafe environmentquality swimming instructionnew outdoor pool with zero-entry area - 9Mickee'S Academy4.56 score4.7(20)
12426 White Bluff Road, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise Mickee's Academy for its loving, engaged teachers and supportive learning environment. Children show significant academic progress and emotional development, with strong teacher-parent communication. Multiple families report their children love attending and have had successful transitions to more advanced educational programs.
Caring and communicative teachersactive parent involvementclean facilityengaging curriculum - 10Woodville Center4.55 score4.7(19)
127 Darling Street, Savannah, GA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Woodville Center in Savannah receives consistently high praise from users. Reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness, welcoming staff, and versatile use for community events, senior programs, and family gatherings.
Clean facilityfriendly and accommodating staffnice locationcommunity engagement
Rating Distribution
Based on 105 daycares with Google ratings in Savannah
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,141 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Savannah, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Savannah zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31406 | 29 | 4.49 | 10 | |
| 31405 | 42 | 4.38 | 10 | |
| 31401 | 27 | 4.36 | 11 | |
| 31410 | 12 | 4.33 | 2 | |
| 31415 | 28 | 4.31 | 8 | |
| 31419 | 23 | 4.21 | 6 | |
| 31404 | 26 | 3.98 | 7 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Savannah (8–389 children)
Small
up to 30 children
34
Medium
31–75 children
42
Large
76–150 children
39
Very Large
150+ children
17
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Savannah based on parent reviews
Kingdom Life Head Start Center
425 West Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, GA
No parent reviews of the daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship Church, not the Kingdom Life Head Start Center daycare. Therefore, no assessment of the daycare's quality, staff, or services can be made from these reviews.
Cuyler Head Start
618 West Anderson Street, Savannah, GA
Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's language, social skills, and behavior, while also noting the program's value as a free childcare option. One reviewer points out that limited operating hours create a need for before and after care, which is currently unavailable due to funding constraints.
Jones Hall Head Start/Early Head Start Center
618 West Anderson Street, Savannah, GA
Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's language, social skills, and behavior, while appreciating the program's community support and affordability. However, limited operating hours create challenges for working parents, and the application process requires existing employment or school enrollment, creating a barrier to access.
Annex Head Start Center
618 West Anderson Street, Savannah, GA
Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's social and language skills, as well as the program's value as free childcare for working or studying families. However, limited operating hours and restrictive eligibility requirements for assistance are noted as challenges.
Kayton Head Start
624 West Gwinnett Street, Savannah, GA
One parent describes the learning environment as nice and safe for children.
New Kingdom Life Head Start Center
328 Tibet Avenue, Savannah, GA
One parent highlights the center's ability to challenge advanced toddlers while maintaining consistent discipline and open communication. The review emphasizes positive outcomes such as outdoor time, field trips, and a nurturing environment that fosters joy and social connection.
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Headstart Programs in Savannah, Georgia
There are 11 headstart programs in Savannah, Georgia, making up 6% of the 192 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 Savannah have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 105 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 1,141 parent reviews. Parents in Savannah most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and family-oriented environment.
When choosing a daycare in Savannah, 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 Savannah
Showing 11 results
- Address
- 1120 May Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 238-2965
One parent describes the learning environment as nice and safe for children.
- Address
- 624 West Gwinnett Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 238-2965
One parent highlights the center's ability to challenge advanced toddlers while maintaining consistent discipline and open communication. The review emphasizes positive outcomes such as outdoor time, field trips, and a nurturing environment that fosters joy and social connection.
- Address
- 328 Tibet Avenue, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 238-2965
No parent reviews of the daycare center were found. The reviews provided are for Kingdom Life Christian Fellowship Church, not the Kingdom Life Head Start Center daycare. Therefore, no assessment of the daycare's quality, staff, or services can be made from these reviews.
- Address
- 425 West Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 335-8782
Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's language, social skills, and behavior, while also noting the program's value as a free childcare option. One reviewer points out that limited operating hours create a need for before and after care, which is currently unavailable due to funding constraints.
- Address
- 618 West Anderson Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 964-6012
Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's language, social skills, and behavior, while appreciating the program's community support and affordability. However, limited operating hours create challenges for working parents, and the application process requires existing employment or school enrollment, creating a barrier to access.
- Address
- 618 West Anderson Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 238-2960
Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's social and language skills, as well as the program's value as free childcare for working or studying families. However, limited operating hours and restrictive eligibility requirements for assistance are noted as challenges.
- Address
- 618 West Anderson Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 238-2965
- Address
- 200 East Broad Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 238-2986
- Address
- 300 Lewis Drive, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 238-2965
- Address
- 1814 East 38th Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 234-1609
Parents highlight significant improvements in their children's language, social skills, and behavior, describing the program as a vital community resource for free childcare. One reviewer notes that while the assistance helps them attend school or work, the limited operating hours from 8:30am to 3pm create a need for before and after care due to insufficient funding.
- Address
- 618 West Anderson Street, Savannah, GA
- Phone
- (912) 395-5300
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with Georgia's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Georgia)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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