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Best Headstart Programs in Charlestown, IN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Charlestown. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Charlestown, Indiana at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
18
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Charlestown offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.2/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Charlestown

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
    St. Michael Community Childcare Ministry #2
    4.13 score
    4.2(9)

    102-B St. Michael Drive, Charlestown, IN · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Michael Community Childcare Ministry #2 receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most highlighting the caring, knowledgeable staff and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-cared for, and thriving developmentally. One negative review alleged a teacher caused bruises to a child.

    caring and responsive staffchildren love attendingsmall class sizesstructured learning environment
  2. 2
    St. Michael Child Care
    4.13 score
    4.2(9)

    102 St. Michael Drive, Charlestown, IN · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Michael Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring and knowledgeable staff, structured environment, and strong sense of community. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with care across all age groups from infants to school-age children. One serious concern was raised regarding a teacher causing physical injury.

    Staff feels like extended familyresponsive communicationknowledgeable about child developmentsmall class sizes

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Charlestown

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Church Daycare

4.2avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Charlestown (40–40 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Charlestown

Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Charlestown, Indiana

There are 1 headstart programs in Charlestown, Indiana, making up 33% of the 3 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 Charlestown have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Charlestown, 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 Charlestown

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Pleasant Ridge Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1250 Monroe Street, Charlestown, IN
Phone
(812) 288-6451

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Charlestown, Indiana, out of 3 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 Charlestown have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Charlestown, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Indiana's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Indiana)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Charlestown offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church 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 Indiana 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 Charlestown for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Charlestown must be licensed by Indiana'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.