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Best Headstart Programs in Alexandria, KY

Compare 1 headstart programs in Alexandria. Average rating: 4.55/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Alexandria, Kentucky at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.55/5
Parent reviews
56
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Alexandria has 1 licensed headstart programs with 56 parent reviews averaging 4.55/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 41001 zip code, averaging 4.55 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alexandria

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
    Rainbow Child Care Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    7717 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 131 children

    Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center for its caring, engaged staff and strong learning environment. Children show measurable growth academically and socially, with parents appreciating daily communication through photos and updates. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and offering a welcoming, family-like atmosphere.

    Attentive and kind teachersdaily photo/app updateslearning activities and engagementchild happiness and enthusiasm
  2. 2
    Imaginations Abound Early Learning Center LLC
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    9261 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Imaginations Abound Early Learning Center receives exclusively positive feedback from parents and staff. Parents consistently praise the warm, family-like atmosphere, caring staff, strong parent communication, and developmental progress of their children. Multiple reviews highlight significant improvements in children's academic performance, speech, and social skills.

    Caring and loving stafffamily-like atmospherestrong parent-child relationshipsexcellent communication with parents (app updates with photos and daily logs)
  3. 3
    Basic Trust Child Care Center
    4.07 score
    4.1(13)

    6699 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 218 children

    Parents consistently praise Basic Trust Child Care Center for its caring, family-oriented staff and engaging educational programming. The facility features extensive outdoor play areas, nutritious meals, and specialized summer camps with weekly themes. Children show academic, social-emotional, and behavioral gains while attending.

    Caring and dedicated teachersstaff treats children like familyextensive outdoor play areasnutritious hot meals included

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Alexandria

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.55avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Alexandria zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4100110
4.55
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Alexandria (25–218 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Alexandria

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Alexandria, Kentucky

There are 1 headstart programs in Alexandria, Kentucky, making up 10% of the 10 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 Alexandria have an average rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 56 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Alexandria, 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 Alexandria

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Alexandria Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
51 Orchard Lane, Alexandria, KY
Phone
(859) 448-0777

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Alexandria, Kentucky, out of 10 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 Alexandria have an average Google rating of 4.55 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Alexandria, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Kentucky's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Kentucky)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Alexandria offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Kentucky 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 Alexandria for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Alexandria must be licensed by Kentucky'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.