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Best Headstart Programs in Herkimer, NY

Compare 2 headstart programs in Herkimer. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Herkimer, New York at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
27
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Herkimer has 2 licensed headstart programs with 27 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Herkimer

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
    Herkimer Reformed Church
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    102 Church Street, Herkimer, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Herkimer Reformed Church is a large, beautiful religious facility that hosts various community services and programs. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and historical significance of the building. The facility offers a schools out program year-round and serves as a community gathering space.

    Large facilitybeautiful buildingfriendly staffschools out program available year-round
  2. 2
    Hccc Child Care Center
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    100 Reservoir Rd., Herkimer, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided do not appear to be from parents of the daycare center, but rather from Herkimer College visitors and students commenting on campus facilities, academics, and scenery. No actual daycare parent reviews are present in this dataset.

    None applicable - reviews are not about daycare services

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Herkimer

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Herkimer (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Herkimer

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Herkimer, New York

There are 2 headstart programs in Herkimer, New York, making up 50% of the 4 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 Herkimer have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 27 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Herkimer, 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 Herkimer

Showing 2 results

Mvcaa, INC. Herkimer Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
360 Protection Ave., Herkimer, NY
Phone
(315) 624-9930
Mvcaa, INC. Herkimer Perc Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
229 Harter Street, Herkimer, NY
Phone
(315) 624-9930

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Herkimer, New York, out of 4 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 Herkimer have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Herkimer, 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
Herkimer offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Herkimer for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Herkimer 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.