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Best Headstart Programs in Watseka, IL

Compare 1 headstart programs in Watseka. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Watseka, Illinois at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
7
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Watseka offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Watseka

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
    The Learning Tree Day Care Center
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    546 N 6th St, Watseka, IL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Parents consistently praise THE LEARNING TREE DAY CARE CENTER for its professional, caring staff and strong educational foundation. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and thriving academically. The facility is described as clean, resourceful, and attentive to children's needs.

    Excellent staffstrong educational preparationcaring and patient teachersclean facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Watseka

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Watseka (20–35 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Watseka

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Watseka, Illinois

There are 1 headstart programs in Watseka, Illinois, making up 50% of the 2 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 Watseka have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 7 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Watseka, 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 Watseka

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Iroquois Area Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1001 E Grant St, Watseka, IL
Phone
(815) 432-5900

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Watseka, Illinois, out of 2 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 Watseka have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Watseka, 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
Watseka offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 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 Watseka for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Watseka 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.