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Best Headstart Programs in Covington, LA

Compare 2 headstart programs in Covington. Average rating: 4.62/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Covington, Louisiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.62/5
Parent reviews
82
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Covington has 2 licensed headstart programs with 82 parent reviews averaging 4.62/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 73% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 70433 zip code, averaging 4.59 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Covington

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
    Greater Starlight Baptist Church Kiddie Kollege Day Care
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    521 West Twenty-Eighth Avenue, Covington, LA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

    The reviews provided are about the church facility itself rather than the daycare program. Reviewers praise the welcoming, inclusive spiritual environment, inspiring music and preaching, and inclusive message about diversity in heaven. Many visits were motivated by mentions from comedians Theo Von and Katt Williams.

    Warm and inclusive welcomeinspiring music directormeaningful sermonsinclusive environment for all ages
  2. 2
    Planet Kids Pre-School
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    1201 West Twenty-Second, Covington, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Planet Kids Pre-School in Covington receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring teachers, strong curriculum, and supportive leadership. Parents consistently report that their children look forward to attending and feel well cared for. Director Ashley is frequently highlighted for her excellent communication and management of the facility.

    Caring and wonderful teachersengaging curriculumchildren enjoy attendingstrong communication from director
  3. 3
    Appletree Academy
    4.33 score
    4.5(10)

    72125 Military Road, Covington, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 111 children

    Parents consistently praise Appletree Academy as a nurturing, family-like environment where children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Owner Lisa and manager Jane are frequently highlighted for their personal involvement, care, and responsiveness to families. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards, implements structured learning programs, and provides transparent communication through daily camera access.

    Caring and certified stafffamily-oriented atmospherehigh-quality learning programsowner's personal involvement and accessibility
  4. 4
    Office Of Community Services
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    351 Holiday Boulevard, Covington, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Office of Community Services in Covington, Louisiana receives consistently positive reviews, with parents praising the friendly and helpful staff members. Reviews highlight exceptional customer service and assistance beyond core services, including post-hurricane support and aid with benefits applications. The facility appears to serve broader community support functions rather than traditional daycare services.

    friendly and courteous staffhelpful front desk employeesquick serviceextra assistance provided

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Covington

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
11 daycares · 7 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Covington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7043313
4.59
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Covington (30–232 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Covington based on parent reviews

Covington Head Start

5

73060 East Stadium Drive, Covington, LA

Covington Early Head Start

5

73134 East Stadium Drive, Covington, LA

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Daycare types in Covington

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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Headstart Programs in Covington, Louisiana

There are 2 headstart programs in Covington, Louisiana, making up 13% of the 15 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 Covington have an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 73% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 82 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Covington, 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 Covington

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Covington Head Start
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73060 East Stadium Drive, Covington, LA
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73134 East Stadium Drive, Covington, LA
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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Covington, Louisiana, out of 15 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 Covington have an average Google rating of 4.62 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 73% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Covington, 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
Covington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Covington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Covington 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.