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Best Headstart Programs in Alexandria, LA

Compare 4 headstart programs in Alexandria. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Alexandria, Louisiana at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
65
Top rated (4.5+)
10

Alexandria has 4 licensed headstart programs with 65 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 45% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 71301 zip code, averaging 4.4 stars across 18 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
    Ywca Of Alexandria-Pineville, Incorporated
    4.39 score
    4.6(9)

    5912 James Street, Alexandria, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children

    YWCA of Alexandria-Pineville is a center-based daycare highly praised for its summer camp programs, swimming instruction, and friendly staff. Most parents report positive experiences with engaging counselors and well-organized activities including field trips and crafts. One parent expressed concern about insufficient supervision of mixed-age groups in private areas.

    Engaged and friendly staffswimming lessons and certification coursessummer camp programsweekly field trips
  2. 2
    Apple Of Your Eye Child Care Center
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    1707 Metro Drive, Suite A, Alexandria, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 245 children

    Apple of Your Eye Child Care Center in Alexandria, Louisiana receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, praising the caring staff, clean environment, engaging activities, and strong safety measures including on-site cameras.

    Friendly and caring staffclean facilityexperienced directorstate-licensed
  3. 3
    Discovery House, INC.
    4 score
    4(5)

    3928 Independence Drive, Alexandria, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 134 children

    Discovery House receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and their children's learning and happiness. However, some parents have concerns about billing practices and overall service quality.

    Kind and caring teacherschildren learn and develop wellchildren are happylong-term enrollment satisfaction
  4. 4
    Dss Ocs Alexandria Region Region Vi
    3.5 score
    3(5)

    900 Murray Street, Alexandria, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    DSS OCS Alexandria Region receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Parents praise the center's availability and community service, though some express serious concerns about the organization's effectiveness in serving families. A few staff members are noted as exceptional and dedicated.

    No waiting time on Fridaysalways available for visitsgood community servicesome wonderful and committed staff members

Rating Distribution

Based on 22 daycares with Google ratings in Alexandria

4.5 - 5.0
10
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
8
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.14avg rating
29 daycares · 18 rated

Headstart Programs

4.23avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Alexandria zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7130118
4.4
5
713025
4
1
713039
3.99
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Alexandria (16–329 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

12

Very Large

150+ children

4

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Alexandria based on parent reviews

Diddle Diddle Dumpling Head Start Center

4.7(2)

3001 Lee Street, Alexandria, LA

One parent describes the staff as wonderful, while another simply expresses love for the center. These limited comments highlight positive impressions without detailing specific operational aspects.

Love the staffLove it

Mother Hubbard Head Start Center

5

2639 Lee Street, Alexandria, LA

Miss Muffett Head Start

3

1225 Windsor Street, Alexandria, LA

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Daycare types in Alexandria

Child Daycare & Preschools 29Headstart Programs 4Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Alexandria, Louisiana

There are 4 headstart programs in Alexandria, Louisiana, making up 11% of the 35 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 4.2 out of 5 across 22 rated facilities, with 45% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 65 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

Showing 4 results

Mother Hubbard Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
2639 Lee Street, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Diddle Diddle Dumpling Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.7

One parent describes the staff as wonderful, while another simply expresses love for the center. These limited comments highlight positive impressions without detailing specific operational aspects.

Love the staffLove it
Address
3001 Lee Street, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Miss Muffett Head Start
Headstart Programs
3
Address
1225 Windsor Street, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jack Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
3811 Clark Street, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Alexandria, Louisiana, out of 35 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 4.2 out of 5 across 22 rated facilities. About 45% 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 Louisiana's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Louisiana)
  • 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 — 29 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana'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.