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Best Headstart Programs in Hammond, LA

Compare 2 headstart programs in Hammond. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hammond, Louisiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.03/5
Parent reviews
81
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Hammond has 2 licensed headstart programs with 81 parent reviews averaging 4.03/5.The largest concentration is in 70401 with 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hammond

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
    Living Way "Instruction Zone"
    4.53 score
    4.7(15)

    17013 North I-12 Service Road, Hammond, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 61 children

    Living Way Instruction Zone receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and structured educational approach. Parents highlight the qualified staff, hands-on learning activities, and strong curriculum implementation. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and engaged in diverse learning experiences throughout the day.

    Qualified staff with associate degrees in early childhood developmentwarm and inviting environmentstructured age-appropriate programminghands-on educational activities
  2. 2
    Just Kiddin' Around Day Care & Elc
    4.08 score
    4.1(17)

    40065 Macedonia Road, Hammond, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 147 children

    Just Kiddin' Around Day Care & ELC receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the staff's caring, family-like approach and safe, clean environment. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially, with many expressing strong loyalty and recommending the center to others. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and some returned for summer care even after moving to elementary school.

    Caring and nurturing staffsafe and clean facilityage-appropriate curriculumoutdoor play and activities
  3. 3
    Little Oaks Child Care Center
    4 score
    4(14)

    15790 Paul Vega Drive, Hammond, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 285 children

    Little Oaks Child Care Center in Hammond, Louisiana receives consistently high praise from parents who have used their services for extended periods. Parents highlight the caring, patient staff, child development outcomes (particularly potty training success), and welcoming family-like environment. Multiple parents report driving significant distances to attend and describe strong child engagement and behavioral improvements.

    Experienced staff (30+ years in business)effective potty training assistancechild development and learning outcomeswelcoming and patient environment
  4. 4
    Abc Academy
    3.68 score
    3.5(9)

    47275 N. Morrison Boulevard, Hammond, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    ABC Academy has highly polarized reviews with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, safe environment, and good learning foundation for children. Negative reviews cite serious concerns about infant care practices, communication issues, staff behavior, and incident reporting procedures.

    Caring and attentive staffsafe environmentgood activities and learning foundationcomfortable facility
  5. 5
    Little Treasures
    3.65 score
    3.5(12)

    1613 Nashville Avenue, Hammond, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 122 children

    Little Treasures receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and hands-on staff, including the owner Ashley. However, two parents reported significant concerns about unprofessional handling of enrollment termination and cleanliness issues.

    Kind and caring staffhands-on ownershipchildren treated like familyfrequent activities and learning opportunities
  6. 6
    Safe Haven Child Care And Early Learning Center
    3.15 score
    2.3(5)

    13184 Old Baton Rouge Highway, Hammond, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Safe Haven Child Care has received predominantly negative reviews citing serious concerns about curriculum, supervision, and management practices. While a few staff members are praised, parents report lack of educational activities, poor sanitation practices, and alleged safety incidents. One positive review mentions good staff, but is outweighed by multiple accounts of problems.

    Some staff members are caring and helpfulparticularly mentioned staff member Mr. Will

Rating Distribution

Based on 16 daycares with Google ratings in Hammond

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
5
3.0 - 3.9
5
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
23 daycares · 14 rated

Headstart Programs

3.35avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hammond zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7040310
4.1
3
7040115
3.96
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hammond (11–285 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Hammond based on parent reviews

Hammond Head Start

3.7(1)

1500 Phoenix Square, Hammond, LA

One parent reports a negative experience with the Early Head Start program, citing a rude teacher who made the child feel unwelcome. The reviewer also noted unprofessional behavior, including excessive criticism of the child's crying. These limited comments highlight concerns about staff attitude and communication.

Slu Head Start Child Development Center

3(1)

125 West Tornado Drive, Hammond, LA

One parent reports severe neglect and physical abuse, citing unexplained bruises, marks from being grabbed by the arm, and behavioral regression in their grandson. The reviewer states they filed a report but expects no action, strongly advising against enrollment based on this negative experience.

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Daycare types in Hammond

Child Daycare & Preschools 23Headstart Programs 2

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Headstart Programs in Hammond, Louisiana

There are 2 headstart programs in Hammond, Louisiana, making up 8% of the 25 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 Hammond have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities, with 31% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.13 stars. Our analysis covers 81 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hammond, 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 Hammond

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Hammond Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7

One parent reports a negative experience with the Early Head Start program, citing a rude teacher who made the child feel unwelcome. The reviewer also noted unprofessional behavior, including excessive criticism of the child's crying. These limited comments highlight concerns about staff attitude and communication.

Address
1500 Phoenix Square, Hammond, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Slu Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
3

One parent reports severe neglect and physical abuse, citing unexplained bruises, marks from being grabbed by the arm, and behavioral regression in their grandson. The reviewer states they filed a report but expects no action, strongly advising against enrollment based on this negative experience.

Address
125 West Tornado Drive, Hammond, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Hammond, Louisiana, out of 25 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 Hammond have an average Google rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities. About 31% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hammond, 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
Hammond offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 23 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 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 Hammond for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hammond 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.