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Best Headstart Programs in Harlan, IA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Harlan. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Harlan, Iowa at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.03/5
Parent reviews
18
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Harlan offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.03/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Harlan

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
    Kountry Kids Care LLC School-Age
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    200 12th St, Harlan, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    Parents consistently praise Kountry Kids Care LLC School-Age for its caring staff and positive environment. Multiple reviewers highlight the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, with children expressing genuine enjoyment of attending. The owner, Pam, is noted for flexibility with scheduling accommodations.

    Caring stafffriendly and helpful employeeschildren love attendingschedule flexibility
  2. 2
    Kountry Kids Care LLC
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    200 12th St, Harlan, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Kountry Kids Care LLC receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring staff, child-friendly environment, and owner Pam's flexibility with scheduling. Children are reported to enjoy attending and learning at the facility.

    Caring stafffriendly and helpful employeesflexible schedulingchildren love attending

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Harlan

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.93avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Harlan zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
515375
4.03
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Harlan (16–113 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Harlan

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Harlan, Iowa

There are 1 headstart programs in Harlan, 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 Harlan have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 18 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Harlan, 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 Harlan

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Harlan Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
701 10th St, Harlan, IA
Phone
(712) 755-7537

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Harlan, 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 Harlan have an average Google rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Harlan, 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
Harlan offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Harlan for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Harlan 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.