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Best Headstart Programs in Wahiawa, HI

Compare 5 headstart programs in Wahiawa. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wahiawa, Hawaii at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Wahiawa offers 5 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4/5.The largest concentration is in 96786 with 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wahiawa

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
    Head Start- Helemano Army
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    Bldg 327 Paalaa-Uka-Pupukea Road, Wahiawa, HI · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 40 children

    HEAD START- HELEMANO ARMY receives strong praise from most parents, with children enjoying their time and forming friendships. Staff are generally described as caring, accommodating, and supportive. One parent expressed concern about trustworthiness without elaboration, and another noted the receptionist appeared unwelcoming.

    caring staffwell-trained teacherschildren enjoy attendingaccommodating

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Wahiawa

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wahiawa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9678611
4
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wahiawa (20–49 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Wahiawa based on parent reviews

Head Start- Helemano Army

4.5(6)

Bldg 327 Paalaa-Uka-Pupukea Road, Wahiawa, HI

HEAD START- HELEMANO ARMY receives strong praise from most parents, with children enjoying their time and forming friendships. Staff are generally described as caring, accommodating, and supportive. One parent expressed concern about trustworthiness without elaboration, and another noted the receptionist appeared unwelcoming.

caring staffwell-trained teacherschildren enjoy attending

Pact - Early Head Start Helemano Army (I/T Center)

3.5(1)

Paalaa-Uka-Pupukea Rd, Rm111, Wahiawa, HI

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Daycare types in Wahiawa

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 5Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Wahiawa, Hawaii

There are 5 headstart programs in Wahiawa, Hawaii, making up 45% 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 Wahiawa have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wahiawa, 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 Wahiawa

Showing 5 results

Head Start- Helemano Army
Headstart Programs
4.5

HEAD START- HELEMANO ARMY receives strong praise from most parents, with children enjoying their time and forming friendships. Staff are generally described as caring, accommodating, and supportive. One parent expressed concern about trustworthiness without elaboration, and another noted the receptionist appeared unwelcoming.

caring staffwell-trained teacherschildren enjoy attending
Address
Bldg 327 Paalaa-Uka-Pupukea Road, Wahiawa, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Pact - Early Head Start Helemano Army (I/T Center)
Headstart Programs
3.5
Address
Paalaa-Uka-Pupukea Rd, Rm111, Wahiawa, HI
Phone
(808) 653-0742
Head Start- Helemano Elementary
Headstart Programs
Address
1001 Ihi Ihi Avenue, Wahiawa, HI
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Head Start- Kaala Elem School Pre Plus
Headstart Programs
Address
130 California Avenue, Wahiawa, HI
Phone
(808) 622-5368
Head Start- Wahiawa Elem Pre Plus
Headstart Programs
Address
1402 Glen Ave, Wahiawa, HI
Phone
(808) 622-5370

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 headstart programs daycares in Wahiawa, Hawaii, 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 Wahiawa have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wahiawa, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Hawaii's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Hawaii)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Wahiawa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Hawaii 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 Wahiawa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wahiawa must be licensed by Hawaii'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.