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Best Headstart Programs in Valparaiso, IN

Compare 3 headstart programs in Valparaiso. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Valparaiso, Indiana at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.22/5
Parent reviews
94
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Valparaiso has 3 licensed headstart programs with 94 parent reviews averaging 4.22/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Valparaiso

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
    Wee Care Child Development Center Ltd.
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    1750 Thornapple Circle, Valparaiso, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 114 children

    Wee Care Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring, professional staff and safe, nurturing environment. One parent raised concerns about the facility's illness policy, specifically requiring a doctor's note for teething-related diarrhea and not providing credits for refused attendance.

    Caring and professional staffchild learning and developmentsafe and healthy environmentstaff goes above and beyond
  2. 2
    Y Pre-School
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1201 Cumberland Crossing Drive, Valparaiso, IN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise the Valparaiso Y's pre-K program for quality education, caring staff, and smooth kindergarten transitions. The facility is highly regarded for cleanliness, well-maintained equipment, diverse fitness classes, friendly staff, and accessible amenities including a popular kids' pool area.

    Quality pre-K educationcaring and loving staffeasy kindergarten transitionorganized summer camp and sports programs
  3. 3
    Hilltop Neighborhood House INC.
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    460 South College Avenue, Valparaiso, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Hilltop Neighborhood House for exceptional staff care, strong educational curriculum, and nurturing environment. Children show measurable developmental progress and learning gains across all age groups. The facility is community-oriented with enriching activities and strong parent communication.

    Dedicated and caring staffengaging educational curriculumchild developmental progressenriching activities (water days
  4. 4
    Little U Academy
    4 score
    4(20)

    751 Eastport Centre Drive, Valparaiso, IN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 168 children

    Parents consistently praise Growing Kids on Eastport (formerly Little U Academy) for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly arrive excited each day and show strong academic and social-emotional development. Multiple parents highlight the center's effectiveness with potty training and individualized attention to each child's needs.

    Caring and nurturing teachersstrong teacher-child bondsacademic readiness for kindergartenemotional development and social skills instruction

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Valparaiso

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Church Daycare

3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Valparaiso zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
463856
4.27
2
463835
4.17
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Valparaiso (20–238 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

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Daycare types in Valparaiso

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 3Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

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Headstart Programs in Valparaiso, Indiana

There are 3 headstart programs in Valparaiso, Indiana, making up 27% of the 11 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 Valparaiso have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 94 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Valparaiso, 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 Valparaiso

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Geminus Head Start - South Haven
Headstart Programs
Address
310 U.S. Hwy 6,Unit C, Valparaiso, IN
Phone
(219) 763-2666
Geminus Head Start - South Haven
Headstart Programs
Address
310 West U.S. Hwy 6,Unit B, Valparaiso, IN
Phone
(219) 763-2666
Geminus Head Start - South Haven
Headstart Programs
Address
310 West U.S. Highway 6-C, Valparaiso, IN
Phone
(219) 763-2666

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Valparaiso, Indiana, out of 11 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 Valparaiso have an average Google rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Valparaiso, 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
Valparaiso offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Valparaiso for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Valparaiso 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.