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Best Headstart Programs in Monroe, MI

Compare 4 headstart programs in Monroe. Average rating: 4.39/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Monroe, Michigan at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.39/5
Parent reviews
124
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Monroe has 4 licensed headstart programs with 124 parent reviews averaging 4.39/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 48162 zip code, averaging 4.61 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Monroe

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
    Brookstone Christian Academy
    4.66 score
    4.9(14)

    2393 N. Monroe Street, Monroe, MI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 132 children

    This facility appears to be primarily a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the pastoral leadership, worship services, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents highlight the church's children's and teen ministries as loving and faith-focused.

    Welcoming communitystrong pastoral leadershipexcellent worship teamdedicated children's ministry staff
  2. 2
    Zion Evangelical Preschool
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    186 Cole Road, Monroe, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Zion Evangelical Preschool receives consistently high ratings with parents praising its friendly staff, Christian environment, and affordability. The facility is described as an amazing place that has created positive memories for families over many years.

    Nice and friendly staffChristian/faith-based educationaffordable pricingwelcoming community
  3. 3
    Totally Awesome Child Care & Preschool
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    15201 S. Dixie Hwy, Monroe, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Parents consistently praise Totally Awesome Child Care & Preschool for its warm, safe, and thoughtfully designed environment. Staff are described as caring, attentive, and professional, with a play-based curriculum that supports children's developmental growth across academic, emotional, and social areas. Families report smooth transitions, excellent communication, and noticeable improvements in their children's learning and confidence.

    Clean and well-organized facilitycaring and attentive staffplay-based learning approachchild-centered curriculum
  4. 4
    Speckled Frog Learning Center
    4.3 score
    4.4(15)

    900 Greenwood Ave, Monroe, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Speckled Frog Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with staff described as genuinely caring, attentive, and dedicated. Parents highlight the clean facility, quality curriculum, effective communication through daily updates, and the center's ability to work with children with diverse needs. The director and staff are noted for being responsive to parent concerns and creating a welcoming, family-like environment.

    Genuinecaring staffClean facilityDaily electronic updates and communication
  5. 5
    Monroe Family Ymca
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    1111 West Elm Ave., Monroe, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

    Monroe Family YMCA is a well-regarded community facility with friendly staff and clean, well-maintained spaces. Parents appreciate the variety of amenities including swim classes, fitness equipment, and adaptive sports programs for all abilities. The childcare staff specifically receives high praise for their care and attention to children.

    Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiesvariety of amenities (tennis courtsgym equipment
  6. 6
    Little House Of Hugs
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    14495 S. Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Parents consistently praise Little House of Hugs for its caring staff, educational focus, and nurturing environment. Children show enthusiasm for attending and parents report significant developmental gains. The facility is noted for improved quality under new ownership.

    Caring and dedicated staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesfocus on education and learningarts and crafts daily
  7. 7
    Little House Of Hugs - Baby Hugs
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    14577 S Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Parents consistently praise Little House of Hugs - Baby Hugs for its caring staff, educational focus, and nurturing environment. Multiple long-term families report children's excitement about attending and significant developmental progress. New ownership under Ms. Christy has been credited with improving the facility.

    caring and dedicated staffdevelopmentally appropriate activitiesstrong educational curriculumsafe environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Monroe

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.31avg rating
14 daycares · 8 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Monroe zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4816214
4.61
6
4816110
3.5
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Monroe (15–205 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Monroe based on parent reviews

Riverside Head Start/Gsrp Center

4.5(4)

77 N. Roessler, Monroe, MI

One parent highlights the center's compassionate staff for helping a child recover from trauma, while another describes it as a kind and safe environment for a year-long enrollment. A separate review criticizes the educational quality provided to their son.

compassionate staffhelpful with trauma recoverysafe environment

Map

Daycare types in Monroe

Child Daycare & Preschools 14Headstart Programs 4Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 2

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Headstart Programs in Monroe, Michigan

There are 4 headstart programs in Monroe, Michigan, making up 17% of the 24 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 Monroe have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 124 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Monroe, 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 Monroe

Showing 4 results

Riverside Head Start/Gsrp Center
Headstart Programs
4.5

One parent highlights the center's compassionate staff for helping a child recover from trauma, while another describes it as a kind and safe environment for a year-long enrollment. A separate review criticizes the educational quality provided to their son.

compassionate staffhelpful with trauma recoverysafe environment
Address
77 N. Roessler, Monroe, MI
Phone
(734) 265-4902
Orchard Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1750 Oak St., Monroe, MI
Phone
(734) 267-3700
Mccc Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1555 S. Raisinville Rd, Monroe, MI
Phone
(734) 384-4208
Sodt Head Start/Gsrp Center
Headstart Programs
Address
2888 Nadeau Rd, Monroe, MI
Phone
(734) 343-1493

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Monroe, Michigan, out of 24 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 Monroe have an average Google rating of 4.39 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Monroe, 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
Monroe offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 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 Monroe for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Monroe 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.