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Best Headstart Programs in Owensboro, KY

Compare 6 headstart programs in Owensboro. Average rating: 4.1/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Owensboro, Kentucky at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.1/5
Parent reviews
119
Top rated (4.5+)
14

Owensboro has 6 licensed headstart programs with 119 parent reviews averaging 4.1/5.14 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 42303 with 28 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Owensboro

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
    Wee People Day Care
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    2024 Hall Street, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

    Wee People Day Care in Owensboro, Kentucky receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight caring and attentive staff who treat all children with love and respect, including those with special needs. The facility maintains a clean environment and has earned strong loyalty, with some families spanning multiple generations.

    Loving and caring staffinclusive environment for children with disabilitiesclean facilitystrong child learning outcomes
  2. 2
    Roots And Wings Childcare And Preschool
    4.38 score
    4.5(15)

    519 W. Byers Avenue, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Roots and Wings Childcare and Preschool in Owensboro receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the caring staff, developmental curriculum, cleanliness, and strong communication through the Brightwheel app. Parents express high satisfaction and recommend the facility as among the best childcare options in the area.

    caring and loving staffage-appropriate lesson plansclean facilityregular communication with parents via Brightwheel app with photos
  3. 3
    Sweet Peas
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    3271 Alvey Park Drive, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Sweet Peas receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff and home-like environment. However, one parent reported a negative experience with sudden dismissal of their child without adequate explanation or prior discussion. The majority of reviews highlight strong teacher-child relationships and long-term satisfaction.

    caring and family-oriented staffchildren feel at homestrong teacher-child attachmentseducational programming
  4. 4
    Owensboro Family Ymca Afterschool
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    900 Kentucky Parkway, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Parents praise the Owensboro Family YMCA for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including swim lessons and fitness activities. The facility offers good value for membership costs and serves multiple age groups. A few concerns noted about outdated building elements and occasional equipment issues.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean facilityaffordable membership pricesswimming pool with quality lessons
  5. 5
    Here We Grow...
    3.94 score
    3.9(8)

    4101 Carter Road, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    HERE WE GROW receives highly polarized reviews. Six parents praise the warm, caring staff and positive experiences with their children's development and safety. However, two parents report serious concerns including alleged abuse cover-ups, unexplained injuries, and dismissive responses to parental inquiries.

    Warm and caring staffchildren excited to attendlong-term parent loyaltyeducational activities and crafts
  6. 6
    Heritage Park Pre-School And Nursery
    3.82 score
    3.7(8)

    3802 Legacy Run, Owensboro, KY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Heritage Park Pre-School and Nursery receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, positive environment, and quality childcare. However, some parents report significant difficulties with enrollment communication and office management.

    Caring and exceptional staffgreat environmentchildren enjoy attendinghelps ease separation anxiety

Rating Distribution

Based on 28 daycares with Google ratings in Owensboro

4.5 - 5.0
14
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
8
Below 3
3

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 119 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3
2Great staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.12avg rating
30 daycares · 19 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
8 daycares

Headstart Programs

4.6avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

3.62avg rating
5 daycares · 5 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Owensboro zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4230328
4.19
10
4230120
3.94
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Owensboro (18–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

17

Large

76–150 children

22

Very Large

150+ children

8

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Owensboro based on parent reviews

West End Child Development Center

5(3)

800 West 5th Street, Owensboro, KY

A few parents highlight the staff and daily activities as positive aspects of the center, with one noting their grandchildren enjoy the classrooms. However, there is a specific complaint regarding occasional last-minute closures.

great staffdaily activitieschildren enjoy classrooms

Helen D. Sears Child Development Center

5(3)

2225 East 18th Street, Owensboro, KY

Reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness and the quality of the children's rooms. Parents also express appreciation for the staff.

neat and clean environmentgreat rooms for childrengreat staff

Leola Hayden Child Development Center

5(1)

1306 East 8th Street, Owensboro, KY

Over The Rainbow Childcare

3.4(4)

411 West Fourth Street, Owensboro, KY

Some parents praise the staff and educational progress, noting that their children love the program and have learned counting, shapes, and basic Spanish. However, other parents report serious concerns regarding inadequate supervision, hygiene, and professionalism, with one family citing a terrifying experience involving neglected basic care. The few reviews so far highlight a stark divide between positive experiences with staff warmth and negative reports of unsafe, unprofessional conditions.

loved by childrengreat staffeducational progress (counting

Map

Daycare types in Owensboro

Child Daycare & Preschools 30Headstart Programs 6Church Daycare 5Before or After School Daycare 8

Browse by type in Owensboro

🎒 After School Programs 11🎨 Preschools 9

Headstart Programs in Owensboro, Kentucky

There are 6 headstart programs in Owensboro, Kentucky, making up 12% of the 49 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 Owensboro have an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 28 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 119 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Owensboro, 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 Owensboro

Showing 6 results

West End Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
5

A few parents highlight the staff and daily activities as positive aspects of the center, with one noting their grandchildren enjoy the classrooms. However, there is a specific complaint regarding occasional last-minute closures.

great staffdaily activitieschildren enjoy classrooms
Address
800 West 5th Street, Owensboro, KY
Phone
(270) 685-3231
Helen D. Sears Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
5

Reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness and the quality of the children's rooms. Parents also express appreciation for the staff.

neat and clean environmentgreat rooms for childrengreat staff
Address
2225 East 18th Street, Owensboro, KY
Phone
(270) 691-8000
Leola Hayden Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1306 East 8th Street, Owensboro, KY
Phone
(270) 689-9387
Over The Rainbow Childcare
Headstart Programs
3.4

Some parents praise the staff and educational progress, noting that their children love the program and have learned counting, shapes, and basic Spanish. However, other parents report serious concerns regarding inadequate supervision, hygiene, and professionalism, with one family citing a terrifying experience involving neglected basic care. The few reviews so far highlight a stark divide between positive experiences with staff warmth and negative reports of unsafe, unprofessional conditions.

loved by childrengreat staffeducational progress (counting
Address
411 West Fourth Street, Owensboro, KY
Phone
(270) 684-6309
Audubon Area Head Start At Tamarack
Headstart Programs
Address
1733 Tamarack Road, Owensboro, KY
Phone
(270) 852-9370
Eastview Elementary Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
6104 Highway 405, Owensboro, KY
Phone
(270) 852-7350

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 headstart programs daycares in Owensboro, Kentucky, out of 49 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 Owensboro have an average Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 28 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Owensboro, 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
Owensboro offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 30 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Owensboro for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Owensboro 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.