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Best Headstart Programs in Fitchburg, MA

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

Fitchburg, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Fitchburg offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01420 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Fitchburg

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fitchburg zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
014206
5
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fitchburg (12–185 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fitchburg based on parent reviews

Sacred Heart Preschool And Child Care Center

5(1)

59 Vernon St., Fitchburg, MA

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Daycare types in Fitchburg

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Fitchburg, Massachusetts

There are 1 headstart programs in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, making up 17% of the 6 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 Fitchburg have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fitchburg, 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 Fitchburg

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Sacred Heart Preschool And Child Care Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
59 Vernon St., Fitchburg, MA
Phone
(978) 342-4416

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, out of 6 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 Fitchburg have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fitchburg, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Massachusetts's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Massachusetts)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Fitchburg offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church 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 Massachusetts 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 Fitchburg for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fitchburg must be licensed by Massachusetts'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.