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Best Headstart Programs in Bellwood, IL

Compare 1 headstart programs in Bellwood. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Bellwood, Illinois at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.45/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Bellwood has 1 licensed headstart programs with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.45/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 60104 zip code, averaging 4.45 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bellwood

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
    Little Achievers Child Care Develop Ctr
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    539 Bellwood Ave, Bellwood, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 132 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Achievers Child Care for its caring, patient staff and nurturing environment where children thrive. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and well-organized with engaging daily activities, field trips, and special events throughout the year. Director Requita Brandy and the teaching staff receive particular recognition for their dedication to child development and family support.

    Caring and patient staffclean and safe environmentdirector's commitment to children's learning and growthengaging activities and field trips
  2. 2
    Childrens Learning Center II
    3.67 score
    3.5(10)

    4821 St Charles Rd, Bellwood, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    Children's Learning Center II has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the clean facility, friendly staff, flexible hours, and child development focus. However, multiple negative reviews cite unfair treatment of children, unprofessional staff conduct, potential state regulation violations, and poor communication with parents.

    Clean and secure facilityfriendly and caring staffflexible before/after care and extended hoursaffordable rates

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Bellwood

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.45avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Bellwood zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
601046
4.45
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Bellwood (18–132 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Bellwood

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Bellwood, Illinois

There are 1 headstart programs in Bellwood, Illinois, making up 17% of the 6 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 Bellwood have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.45 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Bellwood, 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 Bellwood

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Presence Behavioral Health
Headstart Programs
Address
330 Eastern Ave, Bellwood, IL
Phone
(708) 547-7341

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Bellwood, Illinois, out of 6 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 Bellwood have an average Google rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Bellwood, 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
Bellwood offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Bellwood for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bellwood 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.