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Best Headstart Programs in Slidell, LA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Slidell. Average rating: 4.33/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Slidell, Louisiana at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.33/5
Parent reviews
59
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Slidell has 1 licensed headstart programs with 59 parent reviews averaging 4.33/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Slidell

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
    The Little Academy
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    59424 North Pearl Drive, Slidell, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    The Little Academy in Slidell receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewed parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, knowledgeable staff who treat children as family members, the clean and organized learning environment with strong academics and creative activities, and excellent communication with parents about their child's progress and milestones.

    caring and patient staffclean and organized facilitystrong academic curriculum with hands-on learningbi
  2. 2
    Guardian Angels Learning Center
    4 score
    4(11)

    35647 Liberty Drive, Slidell, LA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    Guardian Angels Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising educational development, staff care, and convenient Saturday hours. However, some parents report negative experiences with specific staff members who were dismissive or rude, and there are discrepancies between advertised hours (24/7) and actual operating hours.

    Educational curriculum and child developmentcaring and family-like staffclean facilitygood parent communication

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Slidell

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

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 59 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Slidell (67–140 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Slidell based on parent reviews

Slidell Head Start

4

61260 Airport Road, Slidell, LA

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Daycare types in Slidell

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Slidell, Louisiana

There are 1 headstart programs in Slidell, Louisiana, making up 13% of the 8 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 Slidell have an average rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Slidell, 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 Slidell

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Slidell Head Start
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61260 Airport Road, Slidell, LA
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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Slidell, Louisiana, out of 8 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 Slidell have an average Google rating of 4.33 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Slidell, 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
Slidell offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Slidell for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Slidell 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.