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Best Headstart Programs in Lillington, NC

Compare 2 headstart programs in Lillington. Average rating: 4.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lillington, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.75/5
Parent reviews
34
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Lillington has 2 licensed headstart programs with 34 parent reviews averaging 4.75/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 27546 zip code, averaging 4.75 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lillington

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
    Spring Hill Child Care Center #3
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    2559 Springhill Church Road, Lillington, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Spring Hill Child Care Center #3 receives consistently high praise from parents for its experienced, caring staff and strong educational programs. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, outdoor activities, meals provided, and successful kindergarten preparation. The facility is noted for making children feel welcomed and supported through transitions.

    Experienced and caring staffwarm and welcoming environmentconsistent staff retentioneducational quality and kindergarten readiness
  2. 2
    Spring Hill Child Care Center # 2
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    2559 Spring Hill Church Road, Lillington, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Spring Hill Child Care Center #2 receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the knowledgeable, caring staff and owner. Parents consistently highlight strong communication, educational preparation for kindergarten, cleanliness, outdoor time, and a welcoming family atmosphere.

    Experienced and caring staffstrong teacher-parent communicationclean and well-organized facilitynutritious meals provided
  3. 3
    Spring Hill Child Care Center #1
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    2559 Spring Hill Church Road, Lillington, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Spring Hill Child Care Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the experienced staff, caring environment, and strong communication. Parents consistently highlight the center's cleanliness, educational focus, outdoor activities, and the warmth of specific teachers, particularly in the Pre-K program. Children are reported to be well-prepared for kindergarten and to thrive socially and emotionally at the facility.

    Experienced and caring staffstrong teacher-parent communicationclean and well-organized facilitymeals provided (breakfast
  4. 4
    Kidds Place Cdc
    3.66 score
    3.5(11)

    1310 S 10th St, Lillington, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Kidds Place CDC receives highly polarized reviews. Long-term families praise the affordable pricing, kind staff (particularly owner Brandy), and Christian environment. However, multiple recent reviews report serious concerns about child safety, inadequate staffing ratios, unexplained injuries, and poor incident communication.

    Affordable pricinglong-term family retentionowner Brandy praised by supportersChristian-based environment

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Lillington

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 34 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Experienced and caring staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lillington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
275467
4.75
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lillington (– 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 Lillington based on parent reviews

The Shirley Whitley Cdc H.S./Early Head Start

5(1)

747 Shawtown Rd, Lillington, NC

One parent highlights the center's commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment for children and families in the community.

safe learning environment

First Steps Learning Center INC.

5(1)

942 Joel Johnson Rd, Lillington, NC

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Daycare types in Lillington

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Lillington, North Carolina

There are 2 headstart programs in Lillington, 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 Lillington have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 34 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lillington, 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 Lillington

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The Shirley Whitley Cdc H.S./Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

One parent highlights the center's commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment for children and families in the community.

safe learning environment
Address
747 Shawtown Rd, Lillington, NC
Phone
(919) 934-2145
First Steps Learning Center INC.
Headstart Programs
5
Address
942 Joel Johnson Rd, Lillington, NC
Phone
(910) 514-8774

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Lillington, 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 Lillington have an average Google rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lillington, 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
Lillington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 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 Lillington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lillington 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.