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Best Headstart Programs in Lancaster, OH

Compare 3 headstart programs in Lancaster. Average rating: 4.38/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lancaster, Ohio at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.38/5
Parent reviews
79
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Lancaster has 3 licensed headstart programs with 79 parent reviews averaging 4.38/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 38% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 43130 with 28 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lancaster

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
    St Bernadette
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1325 Wheeling Rd Ne, Lancaster, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    St. Bernadette is a religious facility in Lancaster, Ohio with a 4.6/5 Google rating. All available reviews are 5-star ratings praising the parish, traditional Latin Mass, welcoming clergy, and associated school with small class sizes and personalized attention.

    Traditional Latin Masswelcoming and patient clergysmall class sizes allowing individual attentionhigh-quality education
  2. 2
    Creative Play Preschool
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    465 W Sixth Avenue, Lancaster, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 186 children

    Creative Play Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents, who highlight the caring and professional staff, nurturing environment, and strong developmental progress. Parents report excellent communication, a play-based curriculum, and feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care.

    Attentive and loving staffclear and consistent communicationsafe and nurturing environmentplay-based learning approach
  3. 3
    Lancaster-Fairfield Caa Head Start- Tarhe Center
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    425 Whittier Dr., Lancaster, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Lancaster-Fairfield CAA Head Start is highly praised by parents for its compassionate staff and comprehensive assistance programs for low-income families. The center provides support with food, housing, utilities, Christmas assistance, and bill payments. Parents consistently commend the non-judgmental, helpful approach of staff members.

    Helpful and caring staffcomprehensive support programsfood pantry serviceshousing assistance
  4. 4
    The Byrd Nest Childcare
    3.18 score
    2.8(11)

    2684 N. Columbus St., Lancaster, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Byrd Nest Childcare has highly polarized reviews, with current parents praising the staff, cleanliness, and care quality, while former parents report rude and unprofessional staff, poor communication, inflexible policies, and unhappy children. The facility appears to have significant inconsistency in service quality and customer interactions.

    Caring and loving staffclean facilityregular communication and photo updatesengaging activities and crafts

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Lancaster

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
6
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.23avg rating
22 daycares · 9 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.77avg rating
3 daycares · 3 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lancaster zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
4313028
4.38
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lancaster (32–261 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lancaster based on parent reviews

Lancaster-Fairfield Caa Head Start- Tarhe Center

4.3(20)

425 Whittier Dr., Lancaster, OH

Lancaster-Fairfield CAA Head Start is highly praised by parents for its compassionate staff and comprehensive assistance programs for low-income families. The center provides support with food, housing, utilities, Christmas assistance, and bill payments. Parents consistently commend the non-judgmental, helpful approach of staff members.

Helpful and caring staffcomprehensive support programsfood pantry services

Lancaster Head Start Center - Sanderson Center

5

1450 Marietta Road, Lancaster, OH

Lfcaa Early Head Start- Pearl House Center

5

218 W. Chestnut St., Lancaster, OH

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Daycare types in Lancaster

Child Daycare & Preschools 22Headstart Programs 3Church Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Lancaster, Ohio

There are 3 headstart programs in Lancaster, Ohio, making up 11% of the 28 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 Lancaster have an average rating of 4.38 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.77 stars. Our analysis covers 79 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster

Showing 3 results

Lancaster Head Start Center - Sanderson Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1450 Marietta Road, Lancaster, OH
Phone
(740) 687-7354
Lfcaa Early Head Start- Pearl House Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
218 W. Chestnut St., Lancaster, OH
Phone
(740) 277-7609
Lancaster-Fairfield Caa Head Start- Tarhe Center
Headstart Programs
4.3

Lancaster-Fairfield CAA Head Start is highly praised by parents for its compassionate staff and comprehensive assistance programs for low-income families. The center provides support with food, housing, utilities, Christmas assistance, and bill payments. Parents consistently commend the non-judgmental, helpful approach of staff members.

Helpful and caring staffcomprehensive support programsfood pantry services
Address
425 Whittier Dr., Lancaster, OH
Phone
(740) 808-7705

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Lancaster, Ohio, out of 28 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 Lancaster have an average Google rating of 4.38 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 38% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lancaster, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Ohio's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Ohio)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Lancaster offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Ohio 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 Lancaster for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lancaster must be licensed by Ohio'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.