Best Headstart Programs in Lafayette, LA
Compare 6 headstart programs in Lafayette. Average rating: 4.26/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Lafayette, Louisiana at a glance
- Programs
- 6
- Avg rating
- 4.26/5
- Parent reviews
- 339
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 21
Lafayette has 6 licensed headstart programs with 339 parent reviews averaging 4.26/5.21 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 49% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 70503 (avg 4.8 stars), while 70501 has the largest selection (28 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lafayette
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.
- 1U L Lafayette Nursery School Laboratory4.64 score5(9)
102 Coliseum Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children
Lafayette Nursery School is a co-op preschool with consistently excellent ratings where parents praise the warm, nurturing environment and experienced teachers. Parents value the strong community aspect, parental involvement opportunities, and play-based learning philosophy that benefits both children and parents.
Warm and caring teachersnurturing environmentplay-based learning approachstrong sense of community - 2Close To Home4.64 score5(9)
631 East Vermilion Street, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children
Close to Home is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Lafayette with consistently excellent reviews from long-term families. Parents praise the loving and professional staff, strong owner leadership, and comprehensive learning programs that prepare children for school success. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report feeling confident leaving their kids in the center's care.
Caring and compassionate staffstrong owner leadership (Mrs. Rory)loving family environmentexcellent communication with parents - 3Guchereau Early Childhood Development Center, INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
609 South College Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children
Parents consistently praise Guchereau Early Childhood Development Center for its warm, nurturing environment and highly dedicated staff who genuinely care for children. Multiple reviewers highlight staff longevity, child development outcomes, and the family-like atmosphere as key strengths. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high satisfaction and recommending the facility to other families.
Caring and dedicated staff with high retention rateswarm and nurturing environmentchildren's happiness and enthusiasm about attendingstrong early childhood development focus - 4Scott Head Start Center4.64 score4.8(20)
211 J. B. Road, Lafayette, LA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 149 children
The reviews provided are for a church, not the Scott Head Start Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare center itself.
None mentioned for the daycare - 5Katy Anna Daycare, INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
215 Rue Louis Xiv, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 78 children
Parents consistently praise Little Blessings Daycare for its caring and nurturing staff, particularly directors Ms. Lindsey and Ms. Jaci. The facility is noted for exceptional cleanliness, strong communication, and ability to work with children of varying needs including those on the autism spectrum. All reviewers report their children are happy and well-adjusted.
Caring and patient staffAttentive directorsExcellent cleanliness and organizationStrong parent communication - 6Sugar 'N Spice Acadiana'S Preschool, INC.4.56 score4.7(20)
162 & 166 South Beadle Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 238 children
Parents consistently praise Sugar 'n Spice Acadiana's Preschool for its caring, loving staff who treat children as family members. The facility is noted for its clean environment, engaging activities, field trips, and strong educational preparation for kindergarten. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this nurturing setting.
Caring and loving staffclean facilitychildren feel safe and valuedpersonalized attention and daily updates - 7Mary Ann Smith'S Day Care4.54 score4.7(17)
2845 Verot School Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Parents consistently praise this dog daycare for exceptional staff care, clean facilities, and strong communication. Dogs show genuine excitement about attending and leave tired and happy. The owner and team are described as passionate and caring.
Passionate and friendly staffclean facilitiesexcellent communication with parentsreasonable pricing - 8St. Christopher Daycare And Training Center, INC., LLC4.48 score4.6(20)
104 Fourpark Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children
Parents consistently praise Little Blessings (note: reviews reference the Carencro location, not the Lafayette location listed) as an exceptional daycare with caring, responsive staff who treat children like family. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and emotionally, with parents noting improved speech, social skills, potty training, and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and security measures.
Caring and attentive staffclean and hygienic facilityeducational activities and learning programssecurity measures (keypads) - 9Je'Nissi Academy4.47 score4.6(18)
871 East Gloria Switch Road, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Je'Nissi Academy is an after-school program in Lafayette that parents consistently praise for its caring, professional staff and well-organized curriculum. Children show measurable growth in academics, confidence, and social skills, with parents appreciating the combination of educational support and enrichment activities. The owners and teachers are noted for their attentiveness, communication with parents, and genuine care for each child.
Caring and patient teacherswell-organized programsacademic progress and tutoring supportenrichment activities (STEAM - 10Kid City Daycare And Preschool4.25 score4.5(5)
420 Foreman Drive, Lafayette, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children
Kid City Daycare and Preschool in Lafayette receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the owner Mrs. Kim and her staff as caring, friendly, and effective educators who provide excellent care from infancy through preschool. Parents report long-term satisfaction, with multiple generations of families attending and children showing strong academic development.
Caring and friendly staffOwner Mrs. Kim highly praisedQuality care for infants and young childrenLong-term family loyalty
Rating Distribution
Based on 43 daycares with Google ratings in Lafayette
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 339 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Lafayette, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Lafayette zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70503 | 7 | 4.8 | 3 | |
| 70507 | 9 | 4.34 | 4 | |
| 70501 | 28 | 4.3 | 8 | |
| 70506 | 13 | 4.26 | 3 | |
| 70508 | 13 | 3.87 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Lafayette (8–238 children)
Small
up to 30 children
19
Medium
31–75 children
25
Large
76–150 children
14
Very Large
150+ children
8
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Lafayette based on parent reviews
Scott Head Start Center
211 J. B. Road, Lafayette, LA
The reviews provided are for a church, not the Scott Head Start Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare center itself.
Holy Rosary Headstart
421 Carmel Avenue, Lafayette, LA
One parent describes the school as nice and expresses relief that it is still operating, though they criticize the small outside buildings for needing repainting and cleaning. The other review simply states it is a great school without providing further details.
Holy Family Head Start
204 St. John Street, Lafayette, LA
One parent describes the program as sweet, while another highlights the Family Fun Night event. The few reviews so far reflect positive experiences with the staff and activities.
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Headstart Programs in Lafayette, Louisiana
There are 6 headstart programs in Lafayette, Louisiana, making up 8% of the 71 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 Lafayette have an average rating of 4.26 out of 5 across 43 rated facilities, with 49% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.77 stars. Our analysis covers 339 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Lafayette, 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 Lafayette
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One parent describes the school as nice and expresses relief that it is still operating, though they criticize the small outside buildings for needing repainting and cleaning. The other review simply states it is a great school without providing further details.
- Address
- 421 Carmel Avenue, Lafayette, LA
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
The reviews provided are for a church, not the Scott Head Start Center daycare. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare center itself.
- Address
- 211 J. B. Road, Lafayette, LA
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent describes the program as sweet, while another highlights the Family Fun Night event. The few reviews so far reflect positive experiences with the staff and activities.
- Address
- 204 St. John Street, Lafayette, LA
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Address
- 2107 North University Avenue, Lafayette, LA
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Address
- 2111 North University Avenue, Lafayette, LA
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Address
- 1105 Bertrand Drive, Lafayette, LA
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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Frequently asked questions
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- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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