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3 Headstart Programs in Los Lunas, New Mexico

Browse all 3 headstart programs in Los Lunas, New Mexico. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Los Lunas

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

    207 Courthouse Road, Los Lunas, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Kids Korner Preschool and Daycare in Los Lunas receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and experienced staff, strong educational curriculum, and safe, welcoming environment where children thrive and enjoy attending daily.

    Caring and compassionate staffexperienced teachersstrong academic learning outcomesage-appropriate classroom design
  2. 2
    Grandma Pat'S Kids Cdc
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    267 Courthouse Rd., Los Lunas, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 67 children

    Parents consistently praise Grandma Pat's Kids CDC for its compassionate, family-oriented staff who treat families with respect and dignity. Reviews highlight the center as a welcoming, safe environment where children thrive, with staff going above and beyond to be helpful and supportive during difficult circumstances.

    friendly and welcoming staffsafe environmentaccommodating and helpfulstaff treats families like family
  3. 3
    Sunshine Kids
    4.15 score
    4.3(5)

    33 El Cerro Road, Los Lunas, NM · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Sunshine Kids receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising teacher compassion, patience, and communication. However, one parent raised serious concerns about bullying, lack of incident reporting, illness protocols, and staff professionalism.

    caring and compassionate teacherspatient with new studentsresponsive communication with parentsaccessible pastoral leadership
  4. 4

    100 Cuerro Lane, Los Lunas, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Most reviewers praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and caring about children's safety and education. However, some parents report significant frustration with the enrollment process, including delayed callbacks and excessive documentation requirements. Operating hours are not clearly posted, causing inconvenience for potential families.

    Friendly and helpful staffsupportive environment for families in needgenuine concern for child safety and educationflexible assistance
  5. 5

    100 Cuerro Lane, Los Lunas, NM · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and genuinely concerned about children's safety and education. However, some parents report significant frustration with the enrollment process, including poor communication, lengthy waits for callbacks, excessive documentation requirements, and unclear operating hours.

    Friendly and supportive staffconcerned about child safety and educationhelpful with family needsmakes parents feel valued
  6. 6

    309 El Cerro Mission Blvd, Los Lunas, NM · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Most reviewers praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and dedicated to child safety and education, with particular appreciation from families needing support services. However, some parents report significant frustration with enrollment processes, including poor communication, lengthy wait times, excessive documentation requirements, and lack of posted operating hours.

    Friendly and helpful staffchild safety and education focussupportive of families in needresponsive to parent concerns
  7. 7

    2747 Highway 47, Los Lunas, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Most parents praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and caring about child safety and education. However, some parents report significant issues with communication, enrollment processes, and accessibility information. The daycare appears to offer valuable support for families in need.

    Friendly and helpful staffconcern for child safety and educationsupportive for families in crisismakes parents feel valued
  8. 8

    2747 Highway 47, Los Lunas, NM · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 125 children

    Midwest NMCAP Adelino Head Start receives mostly positive feedback from parents who appreciate the supportive staff and helpful services, particularly for families in need. However, some parents report significant frustration with the enrollment process, communication, and accessibility issues.

    Friendly and caring staffconcern for child safety and educationhelpful support for families in crisiswelcoming atmosphere
  9. 9

    267 Courthouse Rd, Los Lunas, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Auntie Nikki's Day Care for its strong educational focus, caring staff, and welcoming environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and thrive developmentally. The facility maintains high cleanliness standards and staff are responsive and communicative with parents.

    Educational emphasis and early learning developmenthappy and eager childrenresponsive staffclean facility
  10. 10
    Shooting Stars Cdc
    3.93 score
    3.9(13)

    611 Taylor Rd., Los Lunas, NM · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 63 children

    Shooting Stars CDC receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and strong leadership under director Rosemarie. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious safety violations, including a child left unattended outside, lack of running water during CYFD penalty, staff misconduct, and false promises about a pre-K graduation ceremony.

    caring and communicative staffsafe environmentstrong leadersh

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Los Lunas based on parent reviews

Midwest Nmcap Meadow Lake Head Start

4.1(7)

100 Cuerro Lane, Los Lunas, NM

Parents praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and genuinely concerned about children's safety and education. However, some parents report significant frustration with the enrollment process, including poor communication, lengthy waits for callbacks, excessive documentation requirements, and unclear operating hours.

Friendly and supportive staffconcerned about child safety and educationhelpful with family needs

Midwest Nmcap El Cerro Community Center Head Start

4.1(7)

309 El Cerro Mission Blvd, Los Lunas, NM

Most reviewers praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and dedicated to child safety and education, with particular appreciation from families needing support services. However, some parents report significant frustration with enrollment processes, including poor communication, lengthy wait times, excessive documentation requirements, and lack of posted operating hours.

Friendly and helpful staffchild safety and education focussupportive of families in need

Midwest Nmcap Adelino Head Start

4.1(7)

2747 Highway 47, Los Lunas, NM

Midwest NMCAP Adelino Head Start receives mostly positive feedback from parents who appreciate the supportive staff and helpful services, particularly for families in need. However, some parents report significant frustration with the enrollment process, communication, and accessibility issues.

Friendly and caring staffconcern for child safety and educationhelpful support for families in crisis

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Headstart Programs in Los Lunas, New Mexico

There are 3 headstart programs in Los Lunas, New Mexico, making up 10% of the 29 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 Los Lunas, 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 Los Lunas

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Midwest Nmcap Meadow Lake Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Parents praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and genuinely concerned about children's safety and education. However, some parents report significant frustration with the enrollment process, including poor communication, lengthy waits for callbacks, excessive documentation requirements, and unclear operating hours.

Friendly and supportive staffconcerned about child safety and educationhelpful with family needs
Address
100 Cuerro Lane, Los Lunas, NM
Phone
(505) 865-8824
Midwest Nmcap El Cerro Community Center Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Most reviewers praise the staff as friendly, helpful, and dedicated to child safety and education, with particular appreciation from families needing support services. However, some parents report significant frustration with enrollment processes, including poor communication, lengthy wait times, excessive documentation requirements, and lack of posted operating hours.

Friendly and helpful staffchild safety and education focussupportive of families in need
Address
309 El Cerro Mission Blvd, Los Lunas, NM
Phone
(505) 382-6704
Midwest Nmcap Adelino Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Midwest NMCAP Adelino Head Start receives mostly positive feedback from parents who appreciate the supportive staff and helpful services, particularly for families in need. However, some parents report significant frustration with the enrollment process, communication, and accessibility issues.

Friendly and caring staffconcern for child safety and educationhelpful support for families in crisis
Address
2747 Highway 47, Los Lunas, NM
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Los Lunas, New Mexico, out of 29 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 Los Lunas, 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
Los Lunas offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 9 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 Los Lunas for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Los Lunas 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.