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1 Headstart Programs in Waynesville, Missouri

Browse all 1 headstart programs in Waynesville, Missouri. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Waynesville

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
    Missouri Ozarks Community Action INC.
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    19778 Sackett Ln, Waynesville, MO · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 60 children

    This is not a daycare facility but a community action agency providing utility and housing assistance. All reviews praise the organization's staff for exceptional customer service, professionalism, and helpfulness in assisting clients with energy assistance, weatherization, and housing support.

    Professional and courteous staffquick and efficient servicehelpful case workers who go above and beyondaccessible facilities
  2. 2
    Westside Christian Academy
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    801 Historic 66 West, Waynesville, MO · Church Daycare · Capacity: 94 children

    Note: Reviews are for Westside Baptist Church, not a daycare facility. Parents praise the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere. The facility offers multiple service times and youth/sports activities.

    Strong pastoral leadershipwelcoming and friendly congregationsound biblical teachingcommunity support and prayer
  3. 3
    Stonebrooke Kidz Academy
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    500 Gw Lane Street, Waynesville, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 171 children

    Parents consistently praise Stonebrooke Kidz Academy (operated by Gina) for its warm, family-like environment and exceptional care quality. Staff are described as genuinely caring and attentive, with strong communication and engaging activities that support child development. The facility has maintained high quality standards while growing from a small home-based operation to multiple larger facilities.

    Caring and warm stafffamily-like environmentsafe and clean f
  4. 4
    Precious Jewels Christian Childcare LLC
    3.42 score
    3(7)

    704 Historic 66 W, Ste 107, Waynesville, MO · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Precious Jewels Christian Childcare receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caregivers' love, training, and family atmosphere, with children reportedly happy and well-cared for. Negative reviews express serious concerns about management's disrespectful treatment of staff and children, facility conditions, and safety practices.

    Trained and educated caregiversloving and patient stafffamily-like atmospherechildren appear attached to providers

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Waynesville based on parent reviews

Missouri Ozarks Community Action INC.

4.6(20)

19778 Sackett Ln, Waynesville, MO

This is not a daycare facility but a community action agency providing utility and housing assistance. All reviews praise the organization's staff for exceptional customer service, professionalism, and helpfulness in assisting clients with energy assistance, weatherization, and housing support.

Professional and courteous staffquick and efficient servicehelpful case workers who go above and beyond

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Daycare types in Waynesville

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Waynesville, Missouri

There are 1 headstart programs in Waynesville, Missouri, making up 14% 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.

When choosing a daycare in Waynesville, 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 Waynesville

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Missouri Ozarks Community Action INC.
Headstart Programs
4.6

This is not a daycare facility but a community action agency providing utility and housing assistance. All reviews praise the organization's staff for exceptional customer service, professionalism, and helpfulness in assisting clients with energy assistance, weatherization, and housing support.

Professional and courteous staffquick and efficient servicehelpful case workers who go above and beyond
Address
19778 Sackett Ln, Waynesville, MO
Phone
(573) 774-2460

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Waynesville, Missouri, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Waynesville, 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
Waynesville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church 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 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 Waynesville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Waynesville 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.