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Best Headstart Programs in Holyoke, MA

Compare 2 headstart programs in Holyoke. Average rating: 4.74/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Holyoke, Massachusetts at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.74/5
Parent reviews
124
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Holyoke has 2 licensed headstart programs with 124 parent reviews averaging 4.74/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 73% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 01040 zip code, averaging 4.74 stars across 21 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Holyoke

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
    Churchill Head Start
    4.49 score
    4.7(12)

    41 Commercial St, Holyoke, MA · Church Daycare · Capacity: 156 children

    Churchill Head Start in Holyoke receives unanimous positive feedback from parents. All reviews rate the facility 5/5 stars, with parents praising the quality of teaching staff, supportive environment, and educational benefits for their children. Families report strong satisfaction with the program and would recommend it to others.

    Caring and skilled teacherssupportive staffclean facilityearly learning and education quality
  2. 2
    Holyoke Ymca After School Program - Sullivan
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    400 Jarvis Ave, Holyoke, MA · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for the Holyoke YMCA gym facility rather than the after-school program. Reviews consistently praise the facility's friendly and knowledgeable staff, clean amenities including renovated equipment, pools, sauna and steam room, and affordable membership pricing. Members report a welcoming, inclusive community atmosphere suitable for all ages and fitness levels.

    Friendly and helpful staffrecently renovated with new equipmentaffordable membe
  3. 3
    Holyoke Ymca After School Program - Pine
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    171 Pine St, Holyoke, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 91 children

    These reviews are about the Holyoke YMCA gym facility, not the after-school program. Reviewers praise the friendly and knowledgeable staff, recent renovations with modern equipment, affordable membership, and diverse amenities including pools, sauna, and steam room. The facility is described as clean, welcoming, and community-focused with programs for all ages.

    Friendly and helpful staffrecent renovations and new equipmentaffordable membershipclean facilities
  4. 4
    Girls Incorporated Of Holyoke
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    52 Nick Cosmos Way, Holyoke, MA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    Parents consistently praise Girls Incorporated of Holyoke as an excellent afterschool and youth program, with children expressing genuine happiness and enthusiasm about attending. Staff are noted as great and dedicated, with the facility offering engaging activities and amenities for kids and teens.

    Happy childrendedicated stafffun activitieslarge basketball court

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Holyoke

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 124 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.74avg rating
12 daycares · 7 rated

Church Daycare

4.83avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.4avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Holyoke zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
0104021
4.74
8

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Holyoke (15–156 children)

Small

up to 30 children

9

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Holyoke

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 3

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Headstart Programs in Holyoke, Massachusetts

There are 2 headstart programs in Holyoke, Massachusetts, making up 10% of the 21 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 Holyoke have an average rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 73% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.83 stars. Our analysis covers 124 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Holyoke, 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 Holyoke

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Lawrence Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
156 Cabot St., Holyoke, MA
Phone
(413) 534-2078
Maple Street Headstart
Headstart Programs
Address
206 Maple St, Holyoke, MA
Phone
(413) 536-7321

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Holyoke, Massachusetts, out of 21 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 Holyoke have an average Google rating of 4.74 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 73% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Holyoke, 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
Holyoke offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Holyoke for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Holyoke 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.