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Best Headstart Programs in Opelousas, LA

Compare 2 headstart programs in Opelousas. Average rating: 4.46/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Opelousas, Louisiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.46/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
7

Opelousas offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 10 of which have public ratings averaging 4.46/5.7 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 70% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 70570 zip code, averaging 4.4 stars across 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Opelousas

4.5 - 5.0
7
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.41avg rating
14 daycares · 8 rated

Headstart Programs

4.65avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Opelousas zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7057015
4.4
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Opelousas (15–365 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Opelousas based on parent reviews

Lawtell Head Start Center

5(1)

9675 Highway 190 West, Opelousas, LA

One parent reports that their three-year-old daughter enjoys attending the center, specifically highlighting her affection for the teachers and classmates. The reviewer describes the staff as amazing and dedicated to teaching children.

engaging environment for young childrendedicated staffpositive teacher-student interactions

Opelousas Head Start Academy

4.3

910 Martin Luther King Drive, Opelousas, LA

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Daycare types in Opelousas

Child Daycare & Preschools 14Headstart Programs 2

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Headstart Programs in Opelousas, Louisiana

There are 2 headstart programs in Opelousas, Louisiana, making up 13% of the 16 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 Opelousas have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 70% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Opelousas, 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 Opelousas

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Lawtell Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5

One parent reports that their three-year-old daughter enjoys attending the center, specifically highlighting her affection for the teachers and classmates. The reviewer describes the staff as amazing and dedicated to teaching children.

engaging environment for young childrendedicated staffpositive teacher-student interactions
Address
9675 Highway 190 West, Opelousas, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Opelousas Head Start Academy
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
910 Martin Luther King Drive, Opelousas, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Opelousas, Louisiana, out of 16 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 Opelousas have an average Google rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 70% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Opelousas, 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
Opelousas offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 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 Opelousas for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Opelousas 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.