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2 Headstart Programs in E Saint Louis, Illinois

Browse all 2 headstart programs in E Saint Louis, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in E Saint Louis

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
    Kids Of Hope Child Development Ctr INC
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    4001 State St, E Saint Louis, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Kids of Hope Child Development Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the owner Ms. Hope and her staff for providing warm, caring, and professional childcare. Parents highlight the clean facility, educational activities, cultural celebrations, and family-like atmosphere where children thrive socially and emotionally. The center is noted for going above and beyond in accommodating families and providing support during difficult times.

    Caring and professional staffClean and well-organized facilityOwner Ms. Hope is compassionate and accommodatingStrong educational focus (colors
  2. 2
    Uni Pres Kinder Cottage
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    564 Veronica Ave, E Saint Louis, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children

    Parents consistently praise UNI PRES KINDER COTTAGE for providing a safe, caring environment where children are happy and well cared for. Staff are described as friendly and trustworthy, with some parents having long-standing familiarity with the facility. The daycare has maintained positive impressions over multiple years.

    Safe environmentchild happinessquality carefriendly staff
  3. 3
    Jackie Joyner Kersee Head Start
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    101 Jackie Joyner Kersee Cir, E Saint Louis, IL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 155 children

    Jackie Joyner Kersee Head Start receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star reviews. Parents praise the compassionate staff, well-organized facility, engaging youth programs with regular field trips, and welcoming atmosphere. The organization is recognized as a high-quality non-profit serving the community.

    Friendly and compassionate staffengaging youth programsfrequent field trips (zoobotanical garden
  4. 4
    Powell'S Day Care And Academy
    4.35 score
    4.7(5)

    1206 N 71st St, E Saint Louis, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise Powell's Day Care and Academy as the best daycare option in the East St. Louis area. Reviewers highlight the family-oriented, clean, and enriching environment, along with convenient services like pickup and drop-off. The facility is also noted for affordability.

    Family-oriented environmentclean facilityenriching programspickup and drop-off services
  5. 5
    Powell'S Academy II
    4.35 score
    4.7(5)

    1205 N 71st St, E Saint Louis, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children

    Parents consistently praise Powell's Academy II as the best daycare in the East St. Louis area, highlighting its family-oriented atmosphere, cleanliness, and enriching environment. The facility offers convenient pickup and drop-off services at affordable rates. All reviews are 5-star ratings with highly positive feedback.

    Family-oriented environmentclean facilitywarm atmosphereenriching programs
  6. 6
    Kiddy Kamp Academy
    3.18 score
    2.5(6)

    6106 State St, E Saint Louis, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 136 children

    Kiddy Kamp Academy has highly polarized reviews with significant quality concerns. While some parents praise the transportation, learning activities, and caring staff, multiple parents report serious issues including inadequate supervision, staff misconduct, poor organization, insufficient staffing ratios, and lack of communication.

    Transportation servicelearning activitiesextended hourscaring staff members

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in E Saint Louis based on parent reviews

Jackie Joyner Kersee Head Start

4.6(20)

101 Jackie Joyner Kersee Cir, E Saint Louis, IL

Jackie Joyner Kersee Head Start receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star reviews. Parents praise the compassionate staff, well-organized facility, engaging youth programs with regular field trips, and welcoming atmosphere. The organization is recognized as a high-quality non-profit serving the community.

Friendly and compassionate staffengaging youth programsfrequent field trips (zoo

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Daycare types in E Saint Louis

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in E Saint Louis, Illinois

There are 2 headstart programs in E Saint Louis, Illinois, making up 17% of the 12 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.

When choosing a daycare in E Saint Louis, 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 E Saint Louis

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Jackie Joyner Kersee Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.6

Jackie Joyner Kersee Head Start receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star reviews. Parents praise the compassionate staff, well-organized facility, engaging youth programs with regular field trips, and welcoming atmosphere. The organization is recognized as a high-quality non-profit serving the community.

Friendly and compassionate staffengaging youth programsfrequent field trips (zoo
Address
101 Jackie Joyner Kersee Cir, E Saint Louis, IL
Phone
(618) 215-6084
Helen Davis Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
109 N 13th St, E Saint Louis, IL
Phone
(618) 271-9296

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in E Saint Louis, Illinois, out of 12 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in E Saint Louis, 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
E Saint Louis offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 E Saint Louis for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in E Saint Louis 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.