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Best Headstart Programs in Hastings, MI

Compare 2 headstart programs in Hastings. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hastings, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Hastings has 2 licensed headstart programs with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.The largest concentration is in 49058 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hastings

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
    Hass Cerc Child Care Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    520 W. South Street, Hastings, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 101 children

    Parents praise HASS CERC CHILD CARE CENTER for its beautiful, well-maintained facilities and welcoming atmosphere. Staff and teachers are consistently described as wonderful and friendly. Children reportedly enjoy attending, with positive experiences across preschool programs and special events.

    Beautiful building and facilitiesfriendly and wonderful staffclean environmentwelcoming atmosphere
  2. 2
    Education Station
    3.23 score
    2.8(9)

    50 N M-37 Highway, Hastings, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children

    Education Station receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teaching staff and classroom quality, but significant criticism regarding management, leadership, and communication. Parents report their children thrived academically and socially with caring teachers, but ownership and administrative issues created billing problems, scheduling conflicts, and unprofessional conduct.

    Patient and engaged teachersclean and organized classroomshands-on learning activiti

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Hastings

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hastings zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
490589
4.2
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hastings (18–101 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Hastings

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Hastings, Michigan

There are 2 headstart programs in Hastings, Michigan, making up 22% of the 9 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 Hastings have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hastings, 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 Hastings

Showing 2 results

Hastings Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2049 N. Broadway, Hastings, MI
Phone
(269) 945-1920
Sue Drummond Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2580 Nashville Rd, Hastings, MI
Phone
(269) 948-3610

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Hastings, Michigan, out of 9 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 Hastings have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hastings, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Michigan's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Michigan)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Hastings offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Michigan 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 Hastings for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hastings must be licensed by Michigan'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.