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Best Headstart Programs in Oxford, NC

Compare 2 headstart programs in Oxford. Average rating: 4.73/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Oxford, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.73/5
Parent reviews
32
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Oxford has 2 licensed headstart programs with 32 parent reviews averaging 4.73/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 27565 zip code, averaging 4.73 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oxford

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
    Cornerstone Christian Day Care Center
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    3237 Knotts Grove Rd, Oxford, NC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Cornerstone Christian Day Care Center is highly regarded by parents for its family-oriented environment and religious focus. Parents praise the welcoming staff who help children feel at home, along with strong leadership and community involvement. The facility is noted for creating a supportive atmosphere where both children and families feel valued.

    Friendly and welcoming stafffamily-oriented environmentchildren feel at homewell-organized
  2. 2
    Little Explorers Academy
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    616 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue, Oxford, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little Explorers Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, child development focus, and family-like atmosphere. However, one parent reported serious hygiene and care concerns including bleach exposure, inadequate diaper changes, and neglect of their 3-month-old infant.

    caring and loving staffchild development and milestone trackingclean facilityhealthy meal planning

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Oxford

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
9 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

4.45avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Oxford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2756514
4.73
5

Facility Sizes

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

Oxford Head Start

5

101 Hllside Drive, Oxford, NC

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Daycare types in Oxford

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 2

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🎒 After School Programs 3

Headstart Programs in Oxford, North Carolina

There are 2 headstart programs in Oxford, North Carolina, making up 13% of the 15 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 Oxford have an average rating of 4.73 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 32 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Oxford, 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 Oxford

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Oxford Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
101 Hllside Drive, Oxford, NC
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Crescent Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
145 Crescent Drive, Oxford, NC
Phone
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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Oxford, North Carolina, out of 15 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 Oxford have an average Google rating of 4.73 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Oxford, 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
Oxford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Oxford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oxford 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.