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Best Headstart Programs in Selma, NC

Compare 2 headstart programs in Selma. Average rating: 4.76/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Selma, North Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.76/5
Parent reviews
24
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Selma has 2 licensed headstart programs with 24 parent reviews averaging 4.76/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 27576 zip code, averaging 4.76 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Selma

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
    Wee School Of Selma
    3.92 score
    3.9(17)

    1201 S Pollock Street, Selma, NC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Wee School of Selma (also referred to as Childcare Network in Selma) has received exclusively positive feedback from parents. All reviewers praise the caring and dedicated staff, particularly Director Kiawana/Ms. Avery, and report that their children are excited to attend daily and thriving developmentally.

    Caring and patient staffwelcoming environmentclean and organized facilitystrong parent communication

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Selma

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.9avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Selma zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2757610
4.76
4

Facility Sizes

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

Early Head Start Learning Center

5

907 N Webb Street, Selma, NC

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Daycare types in Selma

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Selma, North Carolina

There are 2 headstart programs in Selma, North Carolina, making up 20% 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 Selma have an average rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 24 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Selma, 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 Selma

Showing 2 results

Early Head Start Learning Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
907 N Webb Street, Selma, NC
Phone
(919) 965-2211
Selma Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
605 W Noble Street, Selma, NC
Phone
(919) 965-8631

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Selma, 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 Selma have an average Google rating of 4.76 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Selma, 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
Selma offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Selma for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Selma 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.