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217 Headstart Programs in Louisiana

Browse 217 headstart programs across Louisiana. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Louisiana

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Louisiana can make the decision-making process smoother.

Louisiana has about 1,209 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Louisiana. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Louisiana

There are 1,209 daycares in Louisiana: 217 headstart facilities, 18 before/after school centers, 65 religious facility daycares, and 909 childcare and preschool centers.

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Benton Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4

One parent expressed strong affection for the program, noting they loved having their son there and wished he were still enrolled. The feedback highlights a positive personal experience with the center's care.

Positive experience with son's enrollmentdesirable program quality
Address
224 Pine Street, Benton, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Bogalusa Head Start
Headstart Programs
4

One parent highlights positive experiences with specific staff members, noting that their daughter has learned significantly from Ms. Nikki and Ms. Nicole. The feedback focuses on the educational impact and appreciation for these particular educators.

Ms. NikkiMs. Nicoledaughter has learned a lot
Address
1202 Erie Avenue, Bogalusa, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Eddie E. Jones Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4

Eddie E. Jones Head Start Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the friendly and compassionate staff who show genuine care for children. The majority of reviews highlight the welcoming environment and attentive teachers, though one parent reported a negative greeting experience and concerns about fund availability.

friendly and welcoming staffcompassionate treatmentattentive to parent communication
Address
1729 Ford Street, Shreveport, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Balistene Williams Hopkins Head Start
Headstart Programs
4

One parent describes the school as awesome, noting that it is a positive environment despite the presence of messy children. The feedback highlights the overall quality of the program while acknowledging minor cleanliness issues related to the kids.

Awesome schoolpositive environment
Address
1730 Cox Street, Shreveport, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Slidell Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
61260 Airport Road, Slidell, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Creative Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4
Address
3165 Victoria Drive, Baton Rouge, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Allen Action Agency, INC., Oberlin Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.8

A few parents express high satisfaction with the staff and service quality, describing them as excellent. However, one reviewer criticizes the facility's visibility and exterior appearance, noting the lack of signage makes it difficult to identify.

helpful staffgood service
Address
116 North First Street, Oberlin, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Ross Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.8
Address
800 Western Avenue, Crowley, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Catahoula Parish Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.7

One parent reports that the bus driver refuses to travel down a specific road to pick up a student due to rough conditions and rental vehicle limitations. The reviewer expresses frustration that this lack of transportation access prevents their niece from attending, despite the program's mission to serve low-income families.

Recognized as a great school in generalBus service is useful for families without vehicles
Address
180 Creek Bend Road, Highway 8, Jonesville, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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
Allen Action Agency, INC. - Kinder Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
1409 Carver Avenue, Kinder, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Brown E. Moore Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.4

One parent reports positive experiences with the Head Start program, while another criticizes the facility for poor hygiene and allowing sick children to attend. A separate review highlights unprofessional staff behavior, lack of communication regarding teacher absences, and inadequate notification to parents about class changes.

Head Start program quality
Address
409 Janet Lane Street, Shreveport, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Livingston Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.4

One parent reports that their child developed aggressive behaviors and was picked up early for running away, while another states teachers are unprofessional and mistreat students, leading both to remove their children. These reviewers describe a concerning environment where staff actions allegedly contributed to negative behavioral changes in their children.

Address
25753 Walker South Road, Denham Springs, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Eunice Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.3

One review highlights the program's focus on school readiness, comprehensive health and nutritional services, and active parent involvement. The feedback also notes the availability of early intervention for children with disabilities and the long-term academic and economic benefits of the Head Start curriculum.

school readiness preparationcomprehensive health and nutritional servicesactive parent involvement
Address
101 City Avenue, South East Neighborhood, Building, Eunice, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. Paul Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.1

St. Paul Head Start Center in Haughton receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Positive reviews praise quality care, education, staff professionalism, and community resources, while negative reviews cite disorganization, unprofessional staff, poor communication, inadequate incident reporting, and insufficient support for children with behavioral issues.

Quality care and educationclean environmenteducational materials
Address
6148 Highway 157, Haughton, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Omcap Head Start Jackson Street Center
Headstart Programs
3.1

OMCAP HEAD START Jackson Street Center has mixed reviews with significant concerns about accessibility and service delivery. While some parents praise staff helpfulness, the majority of reviewers report difficulties reaching the facility, claims of favoritism, and frustration with program availability and responsiveness.

Sweet and helpful staff (Mrs. Cheryl mentioned)great service
Address
1517 Jackson Street, Monroe, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Pine Belt Multi-Purpose Agency Head Start- Winn Center
Headstart Programs
3
Address
1102 West Boundary Street, Winnfield, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Hershey D. Wilson Head Start
Headstart Programs
3

One parent describes the facility as generally acceptable but warns of potential issues with staff behavior. The reviewer notes that some teachers were perceived as cruel and that the environment includes classmates who frequently report peers' actions.

Generally acceptable quality
Address
4055 St. Vincent Avenue, Shreveport, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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Jeanerette Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3

One parent describes the Jeanerette Head Start Center as a great place, offering a brief positive impression of the facility. There are no specific complaints or negative details provided in the available feedback.

Great place
Address
2006 West Church Street, Jeanerette, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
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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
Miss Muffett Head Start
Headstart Programs
3
Address
1225 Windsor Street, Alexandria, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Paul E. Slaton Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
2.3

One parent reports that graduation pictures for their daughter were never received despite claims they were published in the newspaper. Another reviewer expresses suspicion regarding the center's policies on parent visits, stating they intend to check on their child personally.

Address
1400 Oakdale Street, Ruston, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Ascension Parish Head Start - Site 1
Headstart Programs
1

One parent provides a single negative review, strongly advising against using the service. The feedback is limited to a brief, highly critical statement without specific details.

Address
603 Lee Avenue, Donaldsonville, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Quality
Goldilocks Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
1

One reviewer reports that the center's phone number is disconnected, preventing contact with the facility.

Address
1106 Grace Street, Morgan City, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Lutcher Head Start II
Headstart Programs
Address
2467 North King Avenue, Lutcher, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Natchez Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
9166 Highway 1 South, Natchez, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Union Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
211 Willow Street, Bernice, LA
Phone
(318) 285-7180
North Polk-Vernon Schools Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
4978 University Parkway, Fort Polk, LA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Pine Belt Multi-Purpose Agency Head Start - Bienville Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1556 South Main Street, Gibsland, LA
Phone
(318) 843-6017
Washington Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
688 Highway 10, Washington, LA
Phone
(337) 826-3828

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Frequently asked questions

There are 217 headstart programs daycares across Louisiana. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Louisiana are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Louisiana's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Louisiana, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Louisiana sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Louisiana vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.