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Best Headstart Programs in Amsterdam, NY

Compare 1 headstart programs in Amsterdam. Average rating: 3.33/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Amsterdam, New York at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.33/5
Parent reviews
23
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Amsterdam has 1 licensed headstart programs with 23 parent reviews averaging 3.33/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Amsterdam

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.

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    Sunshine Kid'S Corner, INC.
    3.13 score
    2.8(13)

    185 Wallins Corner Road, Amsterdam, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Sunshine Kid's Corner receives highly polarized reviews. Early positive reviews praise the facility's cleanliness, safety features, creative classroom design, and caring staff. However, recent reviews since new ownership in spring 2022 report significant declines in care quality, safety violations, staff instability, poor communication, and inappropriate handling of parent concerns.

    Clean facilitynew gym equipmentcreative classroom designssafe entrance with door buzzer

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Amsterdam

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.33avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Amsterdam zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
120107
3.33
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Amsterdam (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Amsterdam

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Amsterdam, New York

There are 1 headstart programs in Amsterdam, New York, 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Amsterdam have an average rating of 3.33 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.33 stars. Our analysis covers 23 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Amsterdam, 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 Amsterdam

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Fulmont Community Action Agency, INC. Head Start
Headstart Programs

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Address
208 Truax Road, Amsterdam, NY
Phone
(518) 842-8225

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Amsterdam, New York, out of 7 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 Amsterdam have an average Google rating of 3.33 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Amsterdam, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New York)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Amsterdam offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 York 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 Amsterdam for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Amsterdam must be licensed by New York'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.