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Best Headstart Programs in Grants, NM

Compare 2 headstart programs in Grants. Average rating: 3.9/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Grants, New Mexico at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.9/5
Parent reviews
8
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Grants offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 3.9/5.The largest concentration is in 87020 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grants

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
    Small Wonders
    3.75 score
    3.5(5)

    1504 North Third Street, Grants, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Small Wonders receives mixed reviews ranging from 1-5 stars. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, high cleanliness standards, and 5-star accreditation, while negative reviews cite bullying issues, lack of teacher intervention, poor customer service, and concerns about declining quality under new management.

    caring staffhigh standards of carecleanliness5-star accreditation

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Grants

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.83avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Grants zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
870209
3.9
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Grants (24–123 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Grants based on parent reviews

Midwest Nmcap Grants Head Start

4

307 Mountain Road, Grants, NM

Midwest Nmcap Grants Head Start

4

246 Mountain Rd, Grants, NM

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Daycare types in Grants

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Grants, New Mexico

There are 2 headstart programs in Grants, New Mexico, making up 22% of the 9 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 Grants have an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 20% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 8 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Grants, 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 Grants

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Midwest Nmcap Grants Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
307 Mountain Road, Grants, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Midwest Nmcap Grants Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
246 Mountain Rd, Grants, NM
Phone
(505) 287-4470

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Grants, New Mexico, out of 9 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 Grants have an average Google rating of 3.9 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 20% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Grants, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New Mexico's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New Mexico)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Grants offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 New Mexico 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 Grants for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Grants must be licensed by New Mexico'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.