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Best Headstart Programs in Pineville, LA

Compare 2 headstart programs in Pineville. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Pineville, Louisiana at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.06/5
Parent reviews
55
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Pineville has 2 licensed headstart programs with 55 parent reviews averaging 4.06/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 55% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 71360 with 27 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pineville

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
    T.Y.D.C.C., INC. Dba Tender Years Day Care Center
    4.64 score
    5(9)

    420 Rocky Bayou Drive, Pineville, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Tender Years Day Care Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and quality educational programming. Parents consistently report their children are happy, excited to attend, and well-prepared for school. The facility is noted for accommodating special dietary needs and treating children with genuine love and attention.

    Caring and loving staffchildren excited and happy to attendspecial dietary accommodationseducational activities (ABC's
  2. 2
    Donahue Family Day School
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    2900 Donahue Ferry Road, Pineville, LA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    The reviews appear to be for Journey Church, not Donahue Family Day School daycare. All 10 reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, spiritual leadership, and community feel rather than childcare services.

    Friendly and welcoming environmentChrist-centered children's programstrong pastoral leadershipsense of community and family
  3. 3
    Abundant Blessings Childcare, LLC
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    2490 Highway 28 East, Pineville, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Abundant Blessings receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and safe environment where children enjoy attending. However, one parent reported significant staffing issues and being turned away to pick up their child. The facility offers both regular childcare and before/after school programs.

    warm and caring staffchild safetyengaging and creative activitieschildren excited to attend
  4. 4
    Gran'S Learning Center
    4 score
    4(5)

    317 Rainbow Drive, Pineville, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Gran's Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth and care, with several parents reporting multi-year satisfaction. However, two negative reviews cite unprofessional management, poor hygiene practices, inadequate supervision during nap time, and inappropriate staff behavior toward children.

    loving and caring staffgoes above and beyondgenuine care for childrenlong-term family satisfaction
  5. 5
    Kid Kollege Child Development Center
    3.45 score
    3.2(11)

    2850 Highway 28 East, Suite 126, Pineville, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children

    Kid Kollege has highly polarized reviews reflecting a significant change in ownership and management. Previous owners received praise for their preschool curriculum and staff, but the new ownership has prompted numerous complaints about unprofessionalism, unresponsive management, and poor child-centered practices. Multiple parents have withdrawn their children or expressed strong dissatisfaction with the current facility.

    Strong preschool curriculumchildren well-prepared for kindergartenprevious owner's willingness to work with families during financial hardshipcaring staff (under previous ownership)

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Pineville

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
24 daycares · 10 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Pineville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7136027
4.06
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Pineville (12–241 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

12

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

4

Map

Daycare types in Pineville

Child Daycare & Preschools 24Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Pineville, Louisiana

There are 2 headstart programs in Pineville, Louisiana, making up 7% of the 27 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 Pineville have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 55% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 55 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Pineville, 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 Pineville

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Tom Thumb Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
600 Lakeview, Pineville, LA
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NOT AVAILABLE
Handy Pandy Head Start Center
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Address
125 Havard Road, Pineville, LA
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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Pineville, Louisiana, out of 27 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 Pineville have an average Google rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 55% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Pineville, 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
Pineville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 24 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Pineville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pineville 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.