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Best Headstart Programs in Ottawa, OH

Compare 1 headstart programs in Ottawa. Average rating: 4.1/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Ottawa, Ohio at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.1/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Ottawa has 1 licensed headstart programs with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.1/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ottawa

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
    Putnam County Ymca Afterschool Program
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    101 Putnam Parkway, Ottawa, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise the Putnam County YMCA Afterschool Program for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly, helpful staff. The facility offers excellent amenities including a pool, gym, and childcare services, with reasonable membership fees and military discounts available. Overall satisfaction is very high with consistently positive feedback about the exercise programs and family-friendly environment.

    Clean facilityfriendly and helpful staffnice locker rooms and showersgreat pool with swimming classes

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Ottawa

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.65avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ottawa zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
458755
4.1
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ottawa (23–99 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ottawa based on parent reviews

Ottawa Head Start

3(1)

1205 E. Third, Ottawa, OH

One parent describes a complete lack of assistance, rating the experience poorly. The single review indicates significant dissatisfaction with the support provided.

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Daycare types in Ottawa

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Ottawa, Ohio

There are 1 headstart programs in Ottawa, Ohio, making up 20% of the 5 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 Ottawa have an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ottawa, 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 Ottawa

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Ottawa Head Start
Headstart Programs
3

One parent describes a complete lack of assistance, rating the experience poorly. The single review indicates significant dissatisfaction with the support provided.

Address
1205 E. Third, Ottawa, OH
Phone
(419) 523-3748

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Ottawa, Ohio, out of 5 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 Ottawa have an average Google rating of 4.1 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Ottawa, 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
Ottawa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 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 Ottawa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ottawa 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.