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Best Headstart Programs in Manhattan, KS

Compare 1 headstart programs in Manhattan. Average rating: 4.48/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Manhattan, Kansas at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.48/5
Parent reviews
60
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Manhattan has 1 licensed headstart programs with 60 parent reviews averaging 4.48/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 64% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 66502 zip code, averaging 4.43 stars across 21 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manhattan

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
    Manhattan Daycare And Learning Centers
    3.52 score
    3.4(20)

    115 Courthouse Plaza, Manhattan, KS · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center. Instead, they describe experiences at Riley District Court in Manhattan, Kansas, praising staff members like Rhonda and Doris for their helpfulness with marriage licenses, court proceedings, and legal assistance. The reviews consistently highlight friendly, courteous service from court personnel.

    Friendly and helpful staffcourteous security and officersresponsive to customer needsefficient service

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Manhattan

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 60 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Friendly staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.39avg rating
17 daycares · 9 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.8avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Manhattan zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
6650221
4.43
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Manhattan (8–220 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Manhattan based on parent reviews

Eugene Field Head Start

5(3)

1700 Leavenworth, Manhattan, KS

Parents report high satisfaction with Eugene Field Head Start, highlighting friendly staff and engaging environments like bird-themed classrooms and multiple playgrounds. Reviewers note that the program successfully builds confidence and prepares children for kindergarten.

friendly staffbird-themed classroomsmultiple playgrounds

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Daycare types in Manhattan

Child Daycare & Preschools 17Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 5

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Headstart Programs in Manhattan, Kansas

There are 1 headstart programs in Manhattan, Kansas, making up 4% of the 23 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 Manhattan have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 64% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Manhattan, 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 Manhattan

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Eugene Field Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

Parents report high satisfaction with Eugene Field Head Start, highlighting friendly staff and engaging environments like bird-themed classrooms and multiple playgrounds. Reviewers note that the program successfully builds confidence and prepares children for kindergarten.

friendly staffbird-themed classroomsmultiple playgrounds
Address
1700 Leavenworth, Manhattan, KS
Phone
(785) 587-7204

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Manhattan, Kansas, out of 23 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 Manhattan have an average Google rating of 4.48 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 64% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Manhattan, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Kansas's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kansas)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Manhattan offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 17 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Kansas 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 Manhattan for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Manhattan must be licensed by Kansas'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.