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Best Headstart Programs in Shelby, OH

Compare 1 headstart programs in Shelby. Average rating: 4.13/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shelby, Ohio at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.13/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Shelby has 1 licensed headstart programs with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.13/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shelby

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
    Trinity Shining Lights Preschool
    4.44 score
    4.8(6)

    209 E Main Street, Shelby, OH · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    Trinity Shining Lights Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviews highlight caring, patient staff who create a family-like environment with individualized attention. Parents report satisfaction with the quality of the preschool program.

    Loving and patient staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsfamily-oriented environmentone-on-one attention
  2. 2
    K-City
    3.52 score
    3.3(11)

    111 East Whitney Avenue, Shelby, OH · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children

    K-CITY receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Some long-term parents praise kind staff, balanced activities, and responsive communication. However, multiple recent reviews report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, excessive CPS referrals, alleged discriminatory practices, medical neglect (sunburn, tongue injury), and questionable handling of behavioral issues.

    Kind and caring staffbalanced activities (craftsgym

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Shelby

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 Shelby, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.8avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

3.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Shelby zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
448757
4.13
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shelby (30–34 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shelby based on parent reviews

K-City

3.3(11)

111 East Whitney Avenue, Shelby, OH

K-CITY receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Some long-term parents praise kind staff, balanced activities, and responsive communication. However, multiple recent reviews report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, excessive CPS referrals, alleged discriminatory practices, medical neglect (sunburn, tongue injury), and questionable handling of behavioral issues.

Kind and caring staffbalanced activities (craftsgym

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Daycare types in Shelby

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Shelby, Ohio

There are 1 headstart programs in Shelby, Ohio, making up 14% of the 7 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 Shelby have an average rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shelby, 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 Shelby

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K-City
Headstart Programs
3.3

K-CITY receives highly polarized reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Some long-term parents praise kind staff, balanced activities, and responsive communication. However, multiple recent reviews report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, excessive CPS referrals, alleged discriminatory practices, medical neglect (sunburn, tongue injury), and questionable handling of behavioral issues.

Kind and caring staffbalanced activities (craftsgym
Address
111 East Whitney Avenue, Shelby, OH
Phone
(419) 342-3100

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Shelby, Ohio, out of 7 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 Shelby have an average Google rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shelby, 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
Shelby offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church 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 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 Shelby for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shelby 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.