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Best Headstart Programs in Gardner, MA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Gardner. Average rating: 2.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Gardner, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
2.6/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Gardner offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 2.6/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Gardner

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
    Moc Child Care & Head Start Services/School Age Program
    2.9 score
    1.8(5)

    95 Mechanic St., Suite B, Gardner, MA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 67 children

    MOC Child Care & Head Start Services has received predominantly negative feedback from parents. Multiple reviewers criticized staff for being rude, lacking classroom management skills, and not taking children's education seriously. One former student recalled a positive experience, but current parents reported concerns about behavioral issues, lack of supervision, and inadequate educational support.

    Fun environment (recalled by former student)

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Gardner

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

3.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

1.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Gardner (58–131 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Gardner based on parent reviews

Moc Child Care & Head Start Services/School Age Program

1.8(5)

95 Mechanic St., Suite B, Gardner, MA

MOC Child Care & Head Start Services has received predominantly negative feedback from parents. Multiple reviewers criticized staff for being rude, lacking classroom management skills, and not taking children's education seriously. One former student recalled a positive experience, but current parents reported concerns about behavioral issues, lack of supervision, and inadequate educational support.

Fun environment (recalled by former student)

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Daycare types in Gardner

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

Headstart Programs in Gardner, Massachusetts

There are 1 headstart programs in Gardner, Massachusetts, making up 33% of the 3 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 Gardner have an average rating of 2.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 3.4 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Gardner, 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 Gardner

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Moc Child Care & Head Start Services/School Age Program
Headstart Programs
1.8

MOC Child Care & Head Start Services has received predominantly negative feedback from parents. Multiple reviewers criticized staff for being rude, lacking classroom management skills, and not taking children's education seriously. One former student recalled a positive experience, but current parents reported concerns about behavioral issues, lack of supervision, and inadequate educational support.

Fun environment (recalled by former student)
Address
95 Mechanic St., Suite B, Gardner, MA
Phone
(978) 632-3102

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Gardner, Massachusetts, out of 3 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 Gardner have an average Google rating of 2.6 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Gardner, 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
Gardner offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 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 Gardner for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Gardner 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.