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Best Headstart Programs in Mansfield, OH

Compare 2 headstart programs in Mansfield. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Mansfield, Ohio at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.3/5
Parent reviews
131
Top rated (4.5+)
9

Mansfield has 2 licensed headstart programs with 131 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 44903 zip code, averaging 4.67 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mansfield

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
    First English Lutheran Christian Day School
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    53 Park Ave W, Mansfield, OH · Church Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

    First English Lutheran Christian Day School's Early Learning Center in Mansfield, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, educational curriculum, religious instruction, and strong sense of community. Multiple reviewers report long-term enrollment across multiple children and describe the center as feeling like family.

    Caring and passionate staffprofessional music programschapel/religious offeringshands-on learning activities
  2. 2
    Lexington Y Childcare
    4.49 score
    4.9(6)

    215 West. Main Street, Mansfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Lexington Y Childcare in Mansfield receives universal praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, attentive staff, organized operations, educational activities, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy and eager to attend.

    caring and attentive staffeducational activities and field tripsgood communication with parentssafe and well-organized facility
  3. 3
    Jc Kids Daycare & Learning Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    464 Stewart Road, Mansfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    JC Kids Daycare receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the staff's warmth, professionalism, and genuine care for children, along with strong communication and engaging activities that help children thrive.

    Warm and welcoming staffexcellent communication about children's daily activitiesengaging age-appropriate activitiesclean and safe environment
  4. 4
    Woodville Grace Brethren Preschool
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    580 Woodville Rd, Mansfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children

    Woodville Grace Brethren Preschool is a church-based center where parents report their children have positive experiences. The facility is known for its welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong communication with families. Parents express high satisfaction and would recommend the preschool to others.

    friendly and welcoming staffexcellent communicationgood with childrenwell-organized planning
  5. 5
    Step-By-Step Child Care INC
    4.44 score
    4.6(14)

    1289 Ashland Road, Mansfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children

    Step-by-Step Child Care Inc in Mansfield, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, long-term relationships with teachers, and the sense of security and trust they feel leaving their children in the center's care.

    caring and kind stafftrustworthy environmentstaff longevity and stabilitychildren enjoy attending
  6. 6
    Childtime Children'S Centers INC
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    145 N Trimble Rd, Mansfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

    Childtime Children's Centers in Mansfield, Ohio receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, attentive staff, structured curriculum appropriate for all ages from infants through preschool, and strong parent communication through daily updates and live video access. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and happiness at the facility.

    Caring and attentive staffage-appropriate curriculumstructured routineslive video access
  7. 7
    Friendly House Day Care
    3.73 score
    3.5(6)

    380 N Mulberry St, Mansfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 127 children

    Friendly House Day Care receives mixed reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, community impact, and summer programs for older children. However, some parents report serious concerns about bullying, inadequate supervision, and negative behavioral impacts on their children.

    caring staffcommunity support for familiessummer programs for school-age childrenfriendly atmosphere
  8. 8
    Fran'S Child Care Center At The Mansfield Area Y
    3.05 score
    2.1(5)

    750 Scholl Road, Mansfield, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 187 children

    Fran's Child Care Center receives mixed reviews with significant safety and staff conduct concerns. While one parent praised family events and the preschool program, multiple parents reported serious issues including inadequate supervision, safety violations with infants, harsh discipline practices, staff yelling at toddlers, and alleged bullying by teachers.

    Fun family eventsswim lessonsquality preschool programchildren enjoy activities and teachers

Rating Distribution

Based on 17 daycares with Google ratings in Mansfield

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.26avg rating
19 daycares · 16 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Church Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Mansfield zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
449035
4.67
3
449066
4.43
1
449055
4.42
2
449026
3.93
1
449075
3.35
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Mansfield (19–191 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

3

Map

Daycare types in Mansfield

Child Daycare & Preschools 19Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 3Before or After School Daycare 4

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🎨 Preschools 3

Headstart Programs in Mansfield, Ohio

There are 2 headstart programs in Mansfield, Ohio, making up 7% 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 Mansfield have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 17 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 131 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Mansfield, 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 Mansfield

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Ohcac Hedges Head Start
Headstart Programs

One parent reports that their son has attended for two years, noting significant growth and daily learning. The reviewer highlights consistent educational engagement as a key aspect of the experience.

child growthdaily learninglong-term attendance
Address
255 Hedges Street, Mansfield, OH
Phone
(419) 774-4277
Ohcac Grace 1-9 Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1035 Grace Street, Mansfield, OH
Phone
(419) 589-3337

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Mansfield, 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 Mansfield have an average Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 17 rated facilities. About 53% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Mansfield, 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
Mansfield offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 19 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Mansfield for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mansfield 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.