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150 Headstart Programs in Indiana

Browse 150 headstart programs across Indiana. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Indiana

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Indiana can make the decision-making process smoother.

Indiana has about 1,415 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Indiana. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Indiana

There are 1,415 daycares in Indiana: 150 headstart facilities, 218 before/after school centers, 107 religious facility daycares, and 940 childcare and preschool centers.

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Kosciusko County Head Start - Claypool
Headstart Programs
4.5
Address
2024 W 700 South, Claypool, IN
Phone
(574) 371-5058
Casi Head Start - Eastlawn Center
Headstart Programs
4.5

Parents consistently praise CASI HEAD START for its supportive staff, quality educational programming, and transformative impact on children's social and academic development. The program is particularly valued by families for providing free early childhood education, helping children overcome shyness and speech delays, and offering comprehensive family support services. Multiple parents highlight the caring teachers, engaging family events, and effective preparation for kindergarten.

Dedicated and kind staffsupportive teachersimproved social skills
Address
1613 East Eighth Street, Jeffersonville, IN
Phone
(812) 288-6451
Trc Early & Regional Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.5

TRC Early & Regional Head Start receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring teachers and quality environment. Parents report their children are happy and feel loved at this facility. However, some parents have experienced communication and accessibility challenges.

Caring and dedicated teachersclean and well-maintained facilitychildren enjoy attending
Address
812 W 13th St, Anderson, IN
Phone
(765) 649-9905
Trc Early & Regional Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.5

TRC Early & Regional Head Start in Anderson, Indiana receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the caring teachers, clean facility, and positive impact on children's development. However, some parents have experienced communication and administrative challenges, and the recent elimination of bus service has created transportation difficulties for some families.

Caring and dedicated teachersclean facilitychildren feel loved and enjoy attending
Address
630 Nichol Avenue, Anderson, IN
Phone
(765) 442-0670
Hsi Seymour Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.5
Address
1058 A Avenue, Seymour, IN
Phone
(812) 372-8407
Oxford Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.5
Address
105 South Howard Street, Oxford, IN
Phone
(765) 385-0712
Southwest - Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.5

Southwest Head Start Center receives mostly positive reviews (5/5 ratings) with parents praising the educational curriculum, bilingual instruction (Spanish and ASL), caring staff, and structured daily routines. However, some parents report organizational issues, staff turnover, and challenges with the application process.

Caring and loving staffstructured daily schedule with free playbilingual learning (Spanish and ASL)
Address
1130 South Kappes Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 803-9576
Vincennes Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

Vincennes Head Start Center receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's well-organized operations, helpful and caring staff, and additional support services provided to families. Parents appreciate the facility's responsiveness and community resources.

Well-organizedhelpful and kind staffsupportive environment
Address
525 North 4th Street, Vincennes, IN
Phone
(812) 882-7927
Area Five Aoa & Com Svcs INC Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4

Area Five AOA & COM SVCS INC HEAD Start is a highly-rated community resource center offering Head Start enrollment, energy assistance, and various support services for children, elderly, and disabled populations. Parents consistently praise the staff for being friendly, helpful, and going above and beyond to serve their community of six countries.

Friendly and helpful staffefficient servicecomprehensive services offered
Address
600 Regency Place, Logansport, IN
Phone
(574) 722-4451
Oakland City Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4

Reviews primarily praise the facility's cleanliness, maintenance, and spacious layout suitable for various events and gatherings. The center appears to be used as a community venue rather than reviewed as a daycare, with positive feedback about its park amenities, parking, and hosted events like festivals and celebrations.

Cleanwell-maintained facilitygood parking
Address
224 W Harrison Street, Oakland City, IN
Phone
(812) 459-6832
Cafe - Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4
Address
8902 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 803-9607
Goodwin - Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.4

Parents highly praise Goodwin Head Start Center for its caring and loving staff, with particular recognition of teachers like Ms. Amanda and director Ms. Jessica Ashmore. Children are reported to enjoy attending daily, and parents appreciate the security measures and educational support provided. One review indicates the facility may be closed.

Caring and loving staffexperienced teacherssupportive director
Address
3935 Mooresville Road, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 472-6900
Nativity Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.3

Nativity Head Start in Evansville receives positive feedback from parents who appreciate the caring teachers and educational environment. Parents particularly value the support services offered, including food pantry access and monthly food drives that help families in need. The facility also provides recreational amenities and special community events.

nice teachersfood pantrymonthly food drives
Address
3635 Pollack Avenue, Evansville, IN
Phone
(812) 297-1218
Hendricks County Resource Center - Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
20 S. County Road 300 E., Danville, IN
Phone
(765) 516-4255
Posey County Learning Center Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.2

Parents consistently praise The Children's Learning Center as a family-oriented facility with caring, loving staff who provide excellent care and education. Children reportedly feel safe, develop strong attachments to teachers, and make significant developmental progress. The center is noted for cleanliness, communication tools, accommodation of special needs, and warm interactions with families.

Caring and loving stafffamily atmosphereclean and safe facility
Address
2100 W 4th Street, Mt Vernon, IN
Phone
(812) 838-3312
Dunkirk Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Dunkirk Head Start is praised as a well-maintained community facility with welcoming staff and engaging learning environments. Parents highlight the variety of activities and amenities available year-round, including a gym, basketball court, and multiple recreational spaces that foster community connection.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieswelcoming and friendly stafflearning centers for children
Address
125 N Hoover St, Dunkirk, IN
Phone
(765) 768-1544
Southeast - Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1
Address
4024 Madison Avenue, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 803-9480
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
Fountain - Warren Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
1327 2nd Street, Covington, IN
Phone
(765) 793-0473
Windsor Village West Head Start And Early Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4
Address
5950 East 23rd Street, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 803-4654
Garrett-Keyser-Butler Head Start Butler Center
Headstart Programs
4
Address
1025 S. Broadway St, Butler, IN
Phone
(260) 868-5589
Brightpoint Head Start On Werling
Headstart Programs
4
Address
4615 Werling Drive, Fort Wayne, IN
Phone
(260) 969-0212
Parke-South Vermillion Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
112 E York Street, Rockville, IN
Phone
(765) 569-3848
Mitchell Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4
Address
1240 Orchard Street, Mitchell, IN
Phone
(812) 849-4448
Cape Place Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
301 Lincoln Avenue, Evansville, IN
Phone
(812) 425-4241
Vigo County Head Start
Headstart Programs
4

Parents praise the staff's kindness, energy, and dedication to student success, with multiple 5-star reviews highlighting the welcoming atmosphere and supportive teachers. However, one parent expressed significant dissatisfaction with the program's structure and operations, noting it functions independently from the school district which created complications. Enrollment requires application through a point-based waitlist system with specific income guidelines and documentation requirements.

Welcoming atmospherekind and amazing staffteachers go out of their way to help
Address
705 S 5th Street, Terre Haute, IN
Phone
(812) 232-3917
Area Five Agency Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
20 West Woodring, Laketon, IN
Phone
(260) 982-7885
Windsor Village East Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4
Address
5950 (A) E 23rd St, Indianapolis, IN
Phone
(317) 803-4654
Head Start Lindbergh Center
Headstart Programs
3.9
Address
1502 West 15th Street, Bloomington, IN
Phone
(812) 339-3447
Hamilton County Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.9

Hamilton County Head Start in Noblesville receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the teachers and classroom staff as caring and effective, with children enjoying their experience. However, some parents report poor communication from administrative staff, lack of support during enrollment, and concerns about handling special needs accommodations.

Dedicated and caring teacherswelcoming classroom staffeffective educational programs
Address
17645 Oakmont Dr, Noblesville, IN
Phone
(317) 219-3839

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Frequently asked questions

There are 150 headstart programs daycares across Indiana. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Indiana are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Indiana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Indiana, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Indiana sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Indiana vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.