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1 Headstart Programs in Urbana, Illinois

Browse all 1 headstart programs in Urbana, Illinois. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Urbana

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
    Coop Nursery School Of Champaign-Urbana
    4.71 score
    5(12)

    602 W Green St, Urbana, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Parents consistently praise Cooperative Nursery School for its warm, community-oriented environment where parents actively participate in classroom activities. The school features well-organized classrooms, caring teachers, play-based curriculum, and flexible transitions for young children. Multiple reviewers highlight the strong sense of family and lasting friendships formed through the cooperative model.

    parent involvement in classroomaffordable tuitionclean and well-organized facilitiescaring and kind teachers
  2. 2
    Campus Cooperative Preschool
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    1203 W Green St, Urbana, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Campus Cooperative Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, experienced teachers and play-based curriculum that balances creativity with kindergarten preparation. Parents consistently highlight the school's strong emphasis on social-emotional development, inclusive community atmosphere, and nurturing environment where children are excited to attend.

    Kind and experienced teachersplay-based curriculumsocial-emotional skill developmentage-appropriate activities
  3. 3
    Little Hearts & Hands INC
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    2501 Myra Ridge Dr, Urbana, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 342 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Hearts & Hands Inc for its clean, nurturing environment with caring, experienced staff. The center is noted for transparency, fair pricing, individualized attention, and strong educational outcomes. Multiple families report feeling secure and satisfied with their children's development and happiness.

    Clean facilitycaring and experienced staff with high longevitytransparent live classroom videofair pricing
  4. 4
    Bradley Learning Center
    3.18 score
    2.6(7)

    1311 E Florida Ave, Urbana, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

    Bradley Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents but serious concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight caring staff, family-like treatment, and long-term enrollment. Negative reviews document safety incidents, alleged theft, poor communication, and unprofessional administrative handling of sensitive situations.

    caring and friendly stafftreats children like familyeducational programslong-term parent satisfaction

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Headstart Programs in Urbana, Illinois

There are 1 headstart programs in Urbana, Illinois, making up 11% of the 9 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 Urbana, 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 Urbana

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Urbana Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1603 E Mumford Dr, Urbana, IL
Phone
(217) 278-4461

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Urbana, Illinois, out of 9 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 Urbana, 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
Urbana offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Urbana for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Urbana 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.