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Best Headstart Programs in Buffalo, MO

Compare 2 headstart programs in Buffalo. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Buffalo, Missouri at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
39
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Buffalo has 2 licensed headstart programs with 39 parent reviews averaging 4.4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Buffalo

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
    Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1652 S Ash St, Buffalo, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 8 children

    Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is a Head Start program in Buffalo, Missouri that receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the staff for their kindness, helpfulness, and supportive approach to assisting families in need, including providing access to clothing, household items, and toys.

    Helpful and knowledgeable stafffriendly atmospherekind and accommodating employeesemergency crisis support
  2. 2
    Ozarks Regional Ymca
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    315 S Hickory St, Buffalo, MO · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 90 children

    Parents highly praise the Ozarks Regional YMCA in Buffalo for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and variety of programs and activities. Director Kammi Miller receives specific recognition for her leadership and commitment to the community. The facility is valued as an important community resource, particularly for youth sports and programs.

    Clean facilityfriendly and professional staffvariety of equipment and programsgood for birthday parties
  3. 3
    Kountry Kids Day Care
    4 score
    4(7)

    1128 S Ash, Buffalo, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

    Kountry Kids Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and child engagement. However, two recent reviews raise serious concerns about billing practices, refund disputes, communication failures, and unprofessional staff conduct.

    Staff care and friendlinessclean facilitydaily photo/app updateschildren enjoy attending

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Buffalo

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

4.6avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Buffalo (8–90 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Buffalo based on parent reviews

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation

4.6(20)

1652 S Ash St, Buffalo, MO

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is a Head Start program in Buffalo, Missouri that receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the staff for their kindness, helpfulness, and supportive approach to assisting families in need, including providing access to clothing, household items, and toys.

Helpful and knowledgeable stafffriendly atmospherekind and accommodating employees

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Daycare types in Buffalo

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Buffalo, Missouri

There are 2 headstart programs in Buffalo, Missouri, making up 50% of the 4 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 Buffalo have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 39 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo

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Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation
Headstart Programs
4.6

Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation is a Head Start program in Buffalo, Missouri that receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the staff for their kindness, helpfulness, and supportive approach to assisting families in need, including providing access to clothing, household items, and toys.

Helpful and knowledgeable stafffriendly atmospherekind and accommodating employees
Address
1652 S Ash St, Buffalo, MO
Phone
(417) 345-1522
Ozarks Area Community Action Corporation
Headstart Programs
Address
221 S Elder, Buffalo, MO
Phone
(417) 345-2240

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Buffalo, Missouri, out of 4 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 Buffalo have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Buffalo, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Missouri's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Missouri)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Buffalo offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Missouri 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 Buffalo for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Buffalo must be licensed by Missouri'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.