How do I choose the right daycare in Berea?

When choosing a daycare in Berea, 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

Headstart Programs in Berea, Kentucky (2 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Berea?

Berea offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Kentucky?

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 Berea for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Berea

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.

Southern Madison Childcare Center

4.56 score

4.8(12)

408 Mini Mall Drive, Berea, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children

Southern Madison Childcare Center receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and welcoming staff, quality activities, and personalized attention to children. The new leadership is credited with significantly improving the center.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming environmentengaging activities and field tripsgood food

Berea Head Start

4.4 score

4.5(20)

214 Jefferson Street, Berea, KY · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

These reviews appear to be for a senior center rather than a daycare facility. Reviewers consistently praise the facility for being clean, spacious, and welcoming. The center offers activities, meals, exercise classes, and serves as a venue for community events.

Clean facilityfriendly and welcoming staffspaciousaffordable activities

Grow & Learn Child Development Center Of Berea INC.

3.88 score

3.8(7)

183 & 185 Glades Road, Berea, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

GROW & LEARN Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization between parents. Some parents report children thriving with friendly and communicative staff, while others cite serious concerns including safety issues, poor child management, unprofessional practices, and billing problems.

Staff friendliness and compassionchildren enjoy attendinglong-term retention of familiescommunicative staff

Telford Community Center Ymca INC.

3.84 score

3.8(20)

75 Old Us 25 North, Berea, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

Reviews praise the YMCA's friendly and welcoming community atmosphere, cleanliness, and diverse class offerings. Staff are consistently described as helpful and nice. The facility includes childcare as part of membership and offers numerous activities for children.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityincluded childcare with membership60+ weekly classes

Bright Beginnings Day Care

3.77 score

3.6(7)

214 Jefferson St., Berea, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

Bright Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from current parents, with six 5-star reviews praising staff care, communication, cleanliness, and facility improvements. One former parent gave a 1-star rating citing unprofessionalism. Recent reviews suggest significant improvements have been made over the past five years.

Patient and caring staffexcellent parent-staff communicationclean and safe facilityBrightwheel app for updates

Bright Beginnings Day Care & Learning Center

3.77 score

3.6(7)

116 Prince Royal Drive, Berea, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

Bright Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication, and clean facility. Parents highlight recent improvements and the director's dedication, though one review mentions unprofessionalism concerns. The facility appears to have significantly improved from its past, with recent parents noting it is now a safe, loving environment.

Patient and caring staffexcellent parent-staff communication

Bright Beginnings

3.77 score

3.6(7)

116 Prince Royal Drive, Berea, KY · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 130 children

Bright Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication, and safe, clean facility. Parents highlight recent improvements and the director's dedication. One negative review mentions unprofessionalism but lacks specific details.

Patient and caring staffexcellent parent-child communication via Brighwheel appclean and safe facilityattentive director (Ms. Hali)

Headstart Programs in Berea, Kentucky

There are 2 headstart programs in Berea, Kentucky, making up 18% of the 11 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.

When choosing a daycare in Berea, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Berea, Kentucky, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Berea, 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

Berea offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 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 Berea for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Berea 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.

2 Headstart Programs in Berea, Kentucky

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