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Best Headstart Programs in Marion, IN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Marion. Average rating: 4.82/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Marion, Indiana at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.82/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Marion offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.82/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 46952 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Marion

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
    Mt. Olive United Methodist Preschool
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    2015 North 300 West, Marion, IN · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Mt. Olive United Methodist Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from visitors who praise its spiritual atmosphere and welcoming community. Parents and attendees highlight the friendly, kind nature of the congregation and the quality of worship services led by Pastor Cain.

    Spiritual environmentfriendly and welcoming communityquality worship servicespastoral leadership
  2. 2
    Carey Services Early Head Start
    4.05 score
    4.1(5)

    2724 S Carey Street, Marion, IN · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 24 children

    Reviews are primarily positive about Carey Services' programs and community involvement, with parents and community members praising their work with the disabled community. However, most reviews focus on the organization's broader services rather than the Early Head Start daycare specifically. One negative review addresses a parking/traffic management issue unrelated to childcare.

    good work with disabled communitydiverse services and opportunitieson-site restaura

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Marion

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 Marion, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.1avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Marion zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
469525
5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Marion (24–83 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Marion based on parent reviews

Carey Services Early Head Start

4.1(5)

2724 S Carey Street, Marion, IN

Reviews are primarily positive about Carey Services' programs and community involvement, with parents and community members praising their work with the disabled community. However, most reviews focus on the organization's broader services rather than the Early Head Start daycare specifically. One negative review addresses a parking/traffic management issue unrelated to childcare.

good work with disabled communitydiverse services and opportunitieson-site restaura

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Daycare types in Marion

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 3

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Headstart Programs in Marion, Indiana

There are 1 headstart programs in Marion, Indiana, 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Marion have an average rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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 Marion

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Carey Services Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Reviews are primarily positive about Carey Services' programs and community involvement, with parents and community members praising their work with the disabled community. However, most reviews focus on the organization's broader services rather than the Early Head Start daycare specifically. One negative review addresses a parking/traffic management issue unrelated to childcare.

good work with disabled communitydiverse services and opportunitieson-site restaura
Address
2724 S Carey Street, Marion, IN
Phone
(765) 668-8961

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Marion, Indiana, out of 9 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 Marion have an average Google rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Marion, 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
Marion offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Marion for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Marion 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.