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Best Headstart Programs in Salem, OH

Compare 1 headstart programs in Salem. Average rating: 4.32/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Salem, Ohio at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.32/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Salem has 1 licensed headstart programs with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.32/5.The largest concentration is in 44460 with 9 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Salem

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
    Damascus United Methodist Preschool
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    300 Valley Road, Salem, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Parents praise Damascus United Methodist Preschool as a welcoming, loving, and Bible-believing community. The facility offers programs including breakfast, homework help, and meals, with staff described as kind and nice. Reviews consistently highlight the sense of family and community.

    welcoming environmentloving staffBible-based valueshomework program
  2. 2
    Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    244 S. Broadway Avenue, Salem, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Parents consistently praise Small Wonders Discovery & Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show developmental progress. The center maintains strong communication with parents through a daily photo/update app and accommodates flexible scheduling.

    Caring and friendly staffindividualized child developmentsafe and clean environmentdaily photo/update app with quick communication
  3. 3
    Lincoln Learning Center
    4.2 score
    4.4(5)

    718 E. 3rd Street, Salem, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children

    Lincoln Learning Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising caring staff, consistent communication through apps, and effective learning preparation. However, one parent raised serious concerns about verbal abuse and neglect by teachers, which contrasts sharply with the majority of positive experiences.

    caring and consistent staffsafe and clean environmentregular updates and photoseffective communication with parents

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Salem

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.32avg rating
8 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Salem zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
444609
4.2
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Salem (35–92 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Salem

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 3

Headstart Programs in Salem, Ohio

There are 1 headstart programs in Salem, Ohio, making up 10% 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 Salem have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 20% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.32 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Salem, 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 Salem

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Salem Head Start Center
Headstart Programs

One parent describes a positive experience at the Salem Head Start Center, noting that staff treated the children well and that the children demonstrated strong early academic skills, including counting and simple math.

Staff treated children wellchildren could countchildren could do simple math
Address
1712 S. Lincoln Ave, Salem, OH
Phone
(330) 332-3326

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Salem, Ohio, 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 Salem have an average Google rating of 4.32 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 20% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Salem, 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
Salem offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church 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 Salem for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Salem 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.