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Best Headstart Programs in Arden, NC

Compare 1 headstart programs in Arden. Average rating: 4.35/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Arden, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.35/5
Parent reviews
81
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Arden has 1 licensed headstart programs with 81 parent reviews averaging 4.35/5.The largest concentration is in 28704 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Arden

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
    Ymca Avery'S Creek Afterschool
    4.45 score
    4.6(15)

    15 Park South Boulevard, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews praise the facility for its cleanliness, spacious indoor and outdoor areas, and welcoming staff. The center is noted as an excellent venue for events and activities. Parents appreciate the playground and amenities available for children.

    Clean facilitylarge indoor and outdoor spaceswell-maintained restroomsnice playground
  2. 2
    Kids Kountry Klub House
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    2251 Hendersonville Rd, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Kids Kountry Klub House receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, low employee turnover, and warm environment. However, one parent reported a significant issue with a reserved spot being cancelled shortly before the child's start date.

    Low staff turnovercaring and attentive teachersowner is personable and pleasantchildren are happy and engaged
  3. 3
    Carolina Academy
    3.88 score
    3.8(7)

    15 Brian Blvd, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Carolina Academy receives mixed reviews with five 5-star ratings praising the facility's cleanliness, caring staff, healthy meals, and child development, but two 1-star reviews citing serious concerns about owner conduct, inconsistent policies, communication issues, and inadequate incident reporting.

    Clean facilityfriendly staffflexible schedulinghealthy meals
  4. 4
    His Watchmen Childcare INC.
    3.61 score
    3.4(9)

    140 Heywood Road, Arden, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    His Watchmen Childcare Inc. receives highly polarized reviews with no middle ground. Positive reviews praise caring staff, cleanliness, and child development, while negative reviews cite management issues, inadequate supervision, poor communication, staff using phones instead of engaging with children, and billing disputes.

    caring and skilled teachersclean facilitychild progress and developmentresponsive communication via app

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Arden

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

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 81 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.35avg rating
9 daycares · 6 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Arden zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2870410
4.35
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Arden (– 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 Arden

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Arden, North Carolina

There are 1 headstart programs in Arden, North Carolina, making up 10% of the 10 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 Arden have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.35 stars. Our analysis covers 81 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Arden, 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 Arden

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Glen Arden Elementary Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
50 Pinehurst Circle, Arden, NC
Phone
(828) 252-2495

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Arden, North Carolina, out of 10 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 Arden have an average Google rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Arden, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with North Carolina's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in North Carolina)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Arden offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 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 North Carolina 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 Arden for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Arden must be licensed by North Carolina'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.