Best Headstart Programs in Rochester, NY
Compare 5 headstart programs in Rochester. Average rating: 4.19/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Rochester, New York at a glance
- Programs
- 5
- Avg rating
- 4.19/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,270
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 33
Rochester has 5 licensed headstart programs with 1,270 parent reviews averaging 4.19/5.33 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 41% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 14607 (avg 4.75 stars), while 14618 has the largest selection (13 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rochester
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.
- 1Full Heart Child Care4.8 score5(20)
1300 N. Winton Rd, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Full Heart Child Care in Rochester receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the compassionate leadership, attentive staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the director Amanda's involvement and responsiveness, along with the teachers' genuine care and low turnover. Families report feeling confident in the center's safety, communication, and commitment to their children's development.
Compassionate and attentive staffrespons - 2Ymca Of Greater Rochester At Trinity Communion Church4.62 score4.9(11)
759 Winona Blvd, Rochester, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise Trinity Communion Church's welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. The facility offers children's programs and after-school care, allowing parents to participate in services while their children are well-supervised. Reviews highlight the compassionate leadership, Bible-based teachings, and strong sense of family and belonging.
welcoming communityexcellent children's programscompassionate pastoral leadershipfamily-friendly environment - 3Ymca Of Greater Rochester @ Maplewood4.56 score4.7(20)
25 Driving Park Ave., Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Maplewood YMCA location receives consistently excellent feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents and members praise the friendly, welcoming staff, clean facilities, and diverse programming for children, seniors, and adults. The facility is noted for its safe environment, good equipment, and strong sense of community.
Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiessafe environmentdiverse programming for all ages - 4Inspire Learning And Childcare4.56 score4.7(20)
330 Pattonwood Dr, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Inspire Learning and Childcare in Rochester receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the welcoming and knowledgeable staff, safe learning environment, developmental growth, flexibility, and quality curriculum with regular outdoor play and engaging activities.
knowledgeable and attentive staffsafe and loving environmentchild development and growthflexible and accommodating to individual family needs - 5Storybook Child Care, INC.4.56 score4.7(20)
1924 Maiden Lane, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Storybook Child Care for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication, personalized attention to each child's needs, and a clean, well-structured facility. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high confidence in the center's ability to support their children's growth and preparation for school.
Caring and dedicated staffStrong communication with parentsClean and well-organized facilityPersonalized attention to individual child needs - 6Jewish Community Center - Sacc4.55 score4.8(11)
1200 Edgewood Ave., Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Jewish Community Center in Rochester receives consistently positive feedback for its family-friendly atmosphere, cultural programming, and quality facilities. Parents praise the warm community environment, cleanliness, helpful staff, and diverse amenities including a theater and pool.
Welcoming community atmospherequality theater productionsclean facilitieshelpful and friendly staff - 7A Plus Childcare4.55 score5(6)
3872 Lyell Road, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
A Plus Childcare in Rochester receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise owner Susanna for providing a loving, clean, and enriching environment. Children show rapid development and consistently enjoy attending. Parents highlight the strong communication, quality nutrition, and spacious outdoor facilities as key strengths.
Caring and attentive owner (Susanna)clean and well-organized facilityexcellent outdoor space with animalsquality organic meals - 8Faith Child Care & Nursery School4.55 score5(6)
2576 Browncroft Blvd, Rochester, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Faith Child Care & Nursery School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented atmosphere and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the school's educational quality, flexibility, outdoor activities, and welcoming environment that makes children feel loved and supported.
caring and loving teachers and stafffamily-oriented atmosphereeducational experiencecreative activities - 9Asbury Day Care Center INC4.48 score4.6(20)
1040 East Ave, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for Asbury United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York. The reviews describe a welcoming congregation with strong community outreach programs, spiritual leadership, and meal services for those in need. No actual daycare reviews are present.
Welcoming and inclusive communitystrong pastoral leadershipcommunity outreach and meal programsonline fellowship options - 10St. John Fisher College Child Care Center4.48 score4.6(20)
3690 East Ave, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare center itself. All reviews relate to St. John Fisher College's academic programs, campus facilities, and events rather than the child care center's services, staff, or programs.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 81 daycares with Google ratings in Rochester
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,270 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Rochester, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Rochester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14607 | 5 | 4.75 | 4 | |
| 14608 | 6 | 4.7 | 1 | |
| 14618 | 13 | 4.54 | 6 | |
| 14617 | 5 | 4.36 | 3 | |
| 14626 | 6 | 4.3 | 2 | |
| 14623 | 10 | 4.26 | 2 | |
| 14609 | 13 | 4.25 | 4 | |
| 14605 | 11 | 4.04 | 1 | |
| 14606 | 13 | 3.97 | 2 | |
| 14624 | 7 | 3.9 | 1 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Rochester (– children)
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up to 30 children
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76–150 children
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Daycare types in Rochester
Headstart Programs in Rochester, New York
There are 5 headstart programs in Rochester, New York, making up 4% of the 134 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 Rochester have an average rating of 4.19 out of 5 across 81 rated facilities, with 41% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.53 stars. Our analysis covers 1,270 parent reviews. Parents in Rochester most frequently praise daycares for clean facilities, safe environment, and clean facility.
When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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 Rochester
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One parent recalls a highly positive personal experience attending the school as a child, though they note uncertainty about its current operations. Another review raises a specific concern regarding inadequate parking facilities.
- Address
- 1150 Hudson Ave., Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 467-1472
Parent feedback for ABC, INC. HEAD START is mixed, with one reviewer expressing satisfaction while another reports serious concerns regarding staff conduct and safety protocols. The positive experience highlights feelings of love and support, whereas the negative account cites unprofessional behavior, favoritism, and inadequate injury notification.
- Address
- 30 Hart St., Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 254-0093
One parent describes ABC, INC. HEAD START as a wonderful school with teachers who provide a strong educational foundation for young children. The reviewer highlights the importance of these educators during a critical learning period and expresses satisfaction with the experience for their two daughters.
- Address
- 640 Jefferson Avenue, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 436-0362
- Address
- 251 Joseph Avenue, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 417-3720
One parent reports severe issues with bus punctuality and driver professionalism, citing that the driver is either late or absent and fails to communicate effectively. The reviewer notes that the bus garage staff hung up on them and refused to transfer calls to a supervisor after repeated attempts to resolve the scheduling issues.
- Address
- 1772 Clifford Ave, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 482-8914
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 117 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
- Church Daycare — 4 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 8 facilities