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Best Headstart Programs in Atlantic City, NJ

Compare 1 headstart programs in Atlantic City. Average rating: 4.37/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Atlantic City, New Jersey at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.37/5
Parent reviews
65
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Atlantic City has 1 licensed headstart programs with 65 parent reviews averaging 4.37/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Atlantic City

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
    Atlantic City Day Nursery
    4.14 score
    4.2(12)

    101 N Boston Ave, Atlantic City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Atlantic City Day Nursery receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Parents report that children develop strong academic foundations, with many advancing to honor rolls and being well-prepared for school. The center is noted for its cleanliness, extensive enrichment activities, and over 100 years of community service.

    Caring and dedicated staffsafe and nurturing environmentclean facilitystrong academic curriculum
  2. 2
    Adventures In Learning
    4.06 score
    4.1(7)

    1812 Marmora Ave, Atlantic City, NJ · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Adventures in Learning receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some long-term and vacation clients who appreciate the caring staff and reasonable rates, but serious safety concerns raised by other parents including inadequate supervision ratios, lack of security protocols, and a reported incident where a child went missing.

    Caring and kind staffreasonable ratesflexible availability for vacation carechildren enjoy learning activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Atlantic City

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Atlantic City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.37avg rating
7 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Atlantic City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
084017
4.37
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Atlantic City (28–294 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

2

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Daycare types in Atlantic City

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Atlantic City, New Jersey

There are 1 headstart programs in Atlantic City, New Jersey, making up 13% of the 8 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 Atlantic City have an average rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.37 stars. Our analysis covers 65 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Atlantic City, 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 Atlantic City

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Gateway Head Start Early Education Center
Headstart Programs

One parent describes the facility as a 'beautiful' and 'masterpiece,' while another review simply states 'Baby here.'

beautiful facility
Address
1433 Bacharach Boulevard, Atlantic City, NJ
Phone
(609) 487-4540

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Atlantic City, New Jersey, out of 8 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 Atlantic City have an average Google rating of 4.37 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Atlantic City, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Jersey's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Jersey)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Atlantic City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 New Jersey 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 Atlantic City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Atlantic City must be licensed by New Jersey'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.