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Best Headstart Programs in Grinnell, IA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Grinnell. Average rating: 3.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Grinnell, Iowa at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.5/5
Parent reviews
3
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Grinnell offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Grinnell

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.5avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Grinnell zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
501125
3.5
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Grinnell (20–173 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in Grinnell

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1

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🎨 Preschools 3

Headstart Programs in Grinnell, Iowa

There are 1 headstart programs in Grinnell, Iowa, making up 20% of the 5 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 Grinnell have an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.5 stars. Our analysis covers 3 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Grinnell, 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 Grinnell

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Mica Head Start-Grinnell
Headstart Programs
Address
1510 Penrose St, Grinnell, IA
Phone
(641) 990-1086

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Grinnell, Iowa, out of 5 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 Grinnell have an average Google rating of 3.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Grinnell, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Iowa's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Iowa)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Grinnell offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 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 Iowa 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 Grinnell for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Grinnell must be licensed by Iowa'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.