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Best Headstart Programs in Sault Ste Marie, MI

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

Sault Ste Marie, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Sault Ste Marie offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 49783 zip code, averaging 5 stars across 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Sault Ste Marie

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Sault Ste Marie, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Sault Ste Marie zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4978311
5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Sault Ste Marie (13–60 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Sault Ste Marie based on parent reviews

Algonquin Head Start

5(4)

2307 Andary Avenue, Sault Ste. Marie, MI

Parents highlight the staff as amazing and wonderful, noting that the program effectively utilizes limited resources. Reviewers also appreciate the great location and the beautiful, well-kept outdoor play areas.

great locationamazing staffwonderful staff

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Daycare types in Sault Ste Marie

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

Headstart Programs in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan

There are 2 headstart programs in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, making up 18% of the 11 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 Sault Ste Marie have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Sault Ste Marie, 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 Sault Ste Marie

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Algonquin Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

Parents highlight the staff as amazing and wonderful, noting that the program effectively utilizes limited resources. Reviewers also appreciate the great location and the beautiful, well-kept outdoor play areas.

great locationamazing staffwonderful staff
Address
2307 Andary Avenue, Sault Ste. Marie, MI
Phone
(906) 635-6017
Sault Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
524 Ashmun Street, Sault Ste Marie, MI
Phone
(906) 632-3363

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Sault Ste Marie, Michigan, out of 11 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 Sault Ste Marie have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Sault Ste Marie, 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
Sault Ste Marie offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Sault Ste Marie for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sault Ste Marie 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.