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Best Headstart Programs in Tipton, IA

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

Tipton, Iowa at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
28
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Tipton has 1 licensed headstart programs with 28 parent reviews averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 52772 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tipton

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
    Tipton Adaptive Daycare LLC
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    1325 Cedar St, Tipton, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    Parents consistently praise Taylor Tots for exceptional, compassionate care that makes children feel safe, loved, and happy. The staff, particularly directors Rhonda and Shelley, are commended for genuine care, excellent communication, inclusive practices including special needs support, and creating a welcoming family-like environment. Children reportedly look forward to attending daily.

    Caring and dedicated staffinclusive environment for children with special needsexcellent communication via app updatesconsistent routines
  2. 2
    Cedar County Coordinated Child Care INC
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    603 And 621 W 6th St, Tipton, IA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children

    Parents consistently praise Cedar County Coordinated Child Care (Sycamore Center) for its caring, dedicated staff who go above and beyond their responsibilities. The facility is described as clean, conveniently located, and providing a positive learning environment where children thrive. Parents appreciate the responsive communication and feel confident their children are genuinely loved and well cared for.

    Kind and caring staffclean facilityconvenient location near schoolresponsive director and staff

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Tipton

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Tipton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
527725
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Tipton (16–135 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 Tipton

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

Headstart Programs in Tipton, Iowa

There are 1 headstart programs in Tipton, 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 Tipton have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 28 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Tipton, 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 Tipton

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Caei-Tipton Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
101 Lynn St, Tipton, IA
Phone
(563) 324-3236

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Tipton, 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 Tipton have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Tipton, 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
Tipton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Tipton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Tipton 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.