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Best Headstart Programs in Centralia, MO

Compare 1 headstart programs in Centralia. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Centralia, Missouri at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Centralia offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Centralia

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
    Central Missouri Community Action
    3.59 score
    3.3(7)

    402 W Fairground Rd, Centralia, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 20 children

    Central Missouri Community Action in Centralia is a Head Start program with mixed reviews. While staff are described as caring and respectful, parents report significant administrative failures including lost applications, unresponsive voicemail systems, and failure to process energy assistance paperwork, resulting in utility shutoffs. Food pantry services also receive criticism for insufficient quantities.

    Caring staffrespectful and nice employeesgood food quality

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Centralia

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

3.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Centralia (17–40 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Centralia based on parent reviews

Central Missouri Community Action

3.3(7)

402 W Fairground Rd, Centralia, MO

Central Missouri Community Action in Centralia is a Head Start program with mixed reviews. While staff are described as caring and respectful, parents report significant administrative failures including lost applications, unresponsive voicemail systems, and failure to process energy assistance paperwork, resulting in utility shutoffs. Food pantry services also receive criticism for insufficient quantities.

Caring staffrespectful and nice employeesgood food quality

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Daycare types in Centralia

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Centralia, Missouri

There are 1 headstart programs in Centralia, Missouri, making up 25% 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 Centralia have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Centralia, 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 Centralia

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Central Missouri Community Action
Headstart Programs
3.3

Central Missouri Community Action in Centralia is a Head Start program with mixed reviews. While staff are described as caring and respectful, parents report significant administrative failures including lost applications, unresponsive voicemail systems, and failure to process energy assistance paperwork, resulting in utility shutoffs. Food pantry services also receive criticism for insufficient quantities.

Caring staffrespectful and nice employeesgood food quality
Address
402 W Fairground Rd, Centralia, MO
Phone
(573) 682-2586

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Centralia, 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 Centralia have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Centralia, 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
Centralia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 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 Centralia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Centralia 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.