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Best Headstart Programs in Dobson, NC

Compare 2 headstart programs in Dobson. Average rating: 4.95/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dobson, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.95/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Dobson offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.95/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 27017 zip code, averaging 4.95 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dobson

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
    Rainbow Child Care Center @ Dobson
    4.61 score
    4.8(16)

    720 West Kapp Street, Dobson, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Rainbow Child Care Center @ Dobson receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the staff's caring, family-like treatment of children and strong communication. Parents consistently highlight the center's quality care, learning environment, and outstanding management, with many families having enrolled multiple children for extended periods.

    Caring and attentive stafffamily-like treatment of childrenexcellent communication and activity updatesstrong leadership (Director Maranda Madden Ward noted positively)

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Dobson

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dobson zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
270177
4.95
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dobson (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dobson based on parent reviews

Red Hill Creek Head Start

5

101 Mcmickles School Rd, Dobson, NC

Surry Head Start

5

389 Jenkinstown Rd, Dobson, NC

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Daycare types in Dobson

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Dobson, North Carolina

There are 2 headstart programs in Dobson, North Carolina, making up 29% 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 Dobson have an average rating of 4.95 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dobson, 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 Dobson

Showing 2 results

Red Hill Creek Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
101 Mcmickles School Rd, Dobson, NC
Phone
(336) 352-4588
Surry Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
389 Jenkinstown Rd, Dobson, NC
Phone
(336) 367-7202

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Dobson, North Carolina, 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 Dobson have an average Google rating of 4.95 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dobson, 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
Dobson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Dobson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dobson 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.