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Best Headstart Programs in Salem, IN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Salem. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Salem, Indiana at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Salem has 1 licensed headstart programs with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Salem

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.

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    Southern Hills Daycare Ministry
    4.23 score
    4.3(17)

    1645 South State Road 135, Salem, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Southern Hills Daycare Ministry is a church-based center in Salem, Indiana that parents praise for its welcoming atmosphere and beautiful facilities. Parents appreciate the preschool program, friendly staff, and variety of community events and services offered. The facility is commended for serving the community well.

    Welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful facilitiesquality preschool teachersvariety of programs and services

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Salem

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
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Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Salem (36–36 children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Salem

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Salem, Indiana

There are 1 headstart programs in Salem, Indiana, 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 Salem have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Salem, 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 Salem

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Hoosier Uplands Head Start Center
Headstart Programs

One parent highlights the staff's helpfulness and support during difficult times, while another notes that operational issues, specifically a lack of bus drivers, limit enrollment capacity.

helpful staffsupportive during difficult times
Address
902 S. Aspen Road, Salem, IN
Phone
(812) 883-6166

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Salem, Indiana, 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 Salem have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Salem, 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
Salem 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 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 Salem for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Salem 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.