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Best Headstart Programs in Rantoul, IL

Compare 1 headstart programs in Rantoul. Average rating: 4.68/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Rantoul, Illinois at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.68/5
Parent reviews
45
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Rantoul has 1 licensed headstart programs with 45 parent reviews averaging 4.68/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 61866 zip code, averaging 4.68 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rantoul

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
    Multicultural Center INC Cep
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1126 Country Club Ln, Rantoul, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 170 children

    Parents consistently praise Multicultural Center Inc CEP for its caring, qualified staff and supportive learning environment. Families report children are happy, engaged, and making strong developmental progress. The center is noted for excellent communication with parents and going above and beyond to support families with special needs.

    Caring and invested staffsafe and clean environmentstrong educational programminggood parent communication
  2. 2
    Anabel Huling Early Learning Center INC
    4.29 score
    4.5(7)

    106 N Chanute St, Rantoul, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 83 children

    Anabel Huling Early Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the safe, happy environment and note that staff genuinely care about each child's wellbeing. The center appears to have a strong reputation spanning multiple generations of families.

    Kind and compassionate staffsafe environmentdedicated to children's needshappy atmosphere
  3. 3
    Little Wings LLC Dba Little Wings
    4.14 score
    4.2(13)

    205 E Frost, Rantoul, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 149 children

    Little Wings LLC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, and strong educational programming. Parents report their children are happy, well-supervised, and feel included regardless of special needs. One negative review from 2015 alleged billing and data handling issues.

    Caring and attentive staffclean facilityexcellent communication with parentseducational activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Rantoul

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Rantoul zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
618666
4.68
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Rantoul (26–170 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rantoul based on parent reviews

Champaign County Head Start

5(3)

104 E Nightingale Ct, Rantoul, IL

Parents highlight the staff's genuine affection and professional dedication to the children, with one reviewer specifically recommending the center due to a family employee's excellence. Another parent notes the wonderful teaching crew and their loving interaction with the kids.

staff love what they dopositive interactions with childrenhighly recommended by staff families

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Daycare types in Rantoul

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Rantoul, Illinois

There are 1 headstart programs in Rantoul, 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 Rantoul have an average rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 45 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Rantoul, 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 Rantoul

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Champaign County Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

Parents highlight the staff's genuine affection and professional dedication to the children, with one reviewer specifically recommending the center due to a family employee's excellence. Another parent notes the wonderful teaching crew and their loving interaction with the kids.

staff love what they dopositive interactions with childrenhighly recommended by staff families
Address
104 E Nightingale Ct, Rantoul, IL
Phone
(217) 893-0886

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Rantoul, 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 Rantoul have an average Google rating of 4.68 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Rantoul, 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
Rantoul 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 Rantoul for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rantoul 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.