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Best Headstart Programs in Three Rivers, MI

Compare 2 headstart programs in Three Rivers. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Three Rivers, Michigan at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Three Rivers offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.42/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 49093 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Three Rivers

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
    Carol Shippy Early Head Start
    4.29 score
    4.5(7)

    1000 E. Broadway, Three Rivers, MI · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 65 children

    Parents praise Carol Shippy Early Head Start as a safe, supportive learning environment with helpful staff and engaging projects. Most reviews are highly positive, though one parent noted communication delays and another mentioned limited services compared to other agencies.

    Safe environmenthelpful staffengaging projectsresponsive support
  2. 2
    Country Kids Preschool Daycare INC.
    3.9 score
    3.8(5)

    54609 Wilbur Road, Three Rivers, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    Country Kids Preschool Daycare receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the caring staff, clean facility, and educational activities. However, some parents have concerns about billing practices and the lengthy waitlist for enrollment.

    Caring and supportive staffclean facilityeducational curriculum for young childrengood communication through Brightwheel app with photos and videos
  3. 3
    Country Kids Park
    3.9 score
    3.8(5)

    53806 Wilbur Road, Three Rivers, MI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Country Kids Park receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attend, with praise for the caring staff, cleanliness, and educational activities. However, some prospective parents express frustration with the lengthy waitlist, and one parent reported a billing error and questioned the owner's integrity.

    Caring and compassionate staffclean facilityeducational curriculum including preschool topicsflexible scheduling

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Three Rivers

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Three Rivers, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.2avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

4.75avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Three Rivers zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
490937
4.42
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Three Rivers (33–100 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Three Rivers based on parent reviews

Carol Shippy Early Head Start

4.5(7)

1000 E. Broadway, Three Rivers, MI

Parents praise Carol Shippy Early Head Start as a safe, supportive learning environment with helpful staff and engaging projects. Most reviews are highly positive, though one parent noted communication delays and another mentioned limited services compared to other agencies.

Safe environmenthelpful staffengaging projects

Wood Street Head Start

5

323 Wood St, Three Rivers, MI

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Daycare types in Three Rivers

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Three Rivers, Michigan

There are 2 headstart programs in Three Rivers, Michigan, making up 29% of the 7 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 Three Rivers have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Three Rivers, 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 Three Rivers

Showing 2 results

Wood Street Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
323 Wood St, Three Rivers, MI
Phone
(269) 279-5237
Carol Shippy Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.5

Parents praise Carol Shippy Early Head Start as a safe, supportive learning environment with helpful staff and engaging projects. Most reviews are highly positive, though one parent noted communication delays and another mentioned limited services compared to other agencies.

Safe environmenthelpful staffengaging projects
Address
1000 E. Broadway, Three Rivers, MI
Phone
(269) 273-8563

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Three Rivers, Michigan, out of 7 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 Three Rivers have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Three Rivers, 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
Three Rivers offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church 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 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 Three Rivers for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Three Rivers 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.