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Best Headstart Programs in Altamont, IL

Compare 1 headstart programs in Altamont. Average rating: 4.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Altamont, Illinois at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.75/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Altamont has 1 licensed headstart programs with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Altamont

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
    Lutheran Care Ctr Kids Enrichment Ctr
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    610 W Cumberland Rd, Altamont, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Note: These reviews appear to be for Lutheran Care Center's senior living and hospice services rather than the Kids Enrichment Center daycare. Reviewers consistently praise the facility's cleanliness, compassionate staff, beautiful grounds, and quality care for elderly residents and hospice patients.

    Compassionate and friendly staffclean facilitybeautiful grounds and Family Gathering buildingquality skilled nursing care

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Altamont

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.75avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Altamont (20–50 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Altamont

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Altamont, Illinois

There are 1 headstart programs in Altamont, Illinois, making up 33% of the 3 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 Altamont have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Altamont, 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 Altamont

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Cefs Head Start 0-5 Program- Altamont
Headstart Programs
Address
6409 N 200th St, Altamont, IL
Phone
(618) 483-3710

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Altamont, Illinois, out of 3 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 Altamont have an average Google rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Altamont, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Illinois's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Illinois)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Altamont offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Illinois 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 Altamont for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Altamont must be licensed by Illinois'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.