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274 Headstart Programs in Ohio

Browse 274 headstart programs across Ohio. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Ohio

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Ohio can make the decision-making process smoother.

Ohio has about 5,417 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Ohio. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Ohio

There are 5,417 daycares in Ohio: 274 headstart facilities, 1,006 before/after school centers, 394 religious facility daycares, and 3,743 childcare and preschool centers.

Daycare TypeTotal
Childcare & Pre-school3,743
Headstart Programs274
Religious / Church Based Daycare394
Before or After School1,006

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🎨 Preschools 652✝️ Christian Daycare 215🌱 Montessori 102🎒 After School Programs 40⛪ Catholic Daycare 23🕊️ Baptist Daycare 22👶 Infant & Toddler 15📚 Kindergarten 14🏠 In-Home Daycare 8🌍 Bilingual Daycare 4

All Headstart Programs in Ohio

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Family Resource Center Head Start
Headstart Programs

Family Resource Center Head Start in Defiance, Ohio receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the professional staff, hands-on learning activities, and child development outcomes. However, two parents reported significant concerns about communication protocols and program quality.

Professional and attentive staffhands-on learning experiences (field tripsnature activities)
Address
644 Clinton Street, Defiance, OH
Phone
(419) 784-2152
Cdc Lindbergh Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2541 Lindbergh Dr., Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 351-9454
Cdc-Hilliard Head Start
Headstart Programs

CDC-Hilliard Head Start receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reviews praising the welcoming staff, quality programming, and well-maintained facilities. Parents highlight excellent summer camp experiences, birthday party services, and community support initiatives. One negative review mentions concerns about executive leadership professionalism.

welcoming and amazing staffoutstanding services for children with disabilitiesexcellent summer camp programs
Address
3830 True Man Court, Hilliard, OH
Phone
(614) 876-4254
Cdcfc Chapman Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
8450 Sawmill Road, Powell, OH
Phone
(614) 718-8739
Cdcfc Deshler Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1254 E. Deshler Avenue, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 258-2300
Cdcfc Leawood Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1677 S. Hamilton Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 365-6504
Cdcfc Ohio Avenue Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
505 S. Ohio Avenue, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 365-6130
Cdcfc St Agnes Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
2350 Mound Street, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 272-9340
Cdcfc Thomas Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
4671 Tuttle Crossing Blvd, Dublin, OH
Phone
(614) 718-8711
Cdcfc-Valley Forge Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1321 Urban Drive, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 846-6920
Cul Moler E. S. Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1201 Moler Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 625-3989
Cul Watkins E. S. Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1520 Watkins Road, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 625-3989
Innis Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
3399 Kohr Blvd, Columbus, OH
Phone
(614) 418-9890
Westerville At Central College Cdcfc Head Start
Headstart Programs

This Head Start center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, with four 5-star ratings praising caring staff, strong curriculum, and supportive environment. However, one detailed 1-star review alleges serious safety concerns, bullying, staff misconduct, and failed state inspections, creating a stark contrast to other testimonials.

Caring and kind teachersstrong curriculum and learning activitiesstaff stability
Address
825 S. Sunbury Road, Westerville, OH
Phone
(614) 797-7042
Cdi Head Start Ms - Napolean
Headstart Programs
Address
910 3rd St., Napolean, OH
Phone
(419) 309-6607
Henry County Public Preschool/Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1075 Glenwood Avenue, Napoleon, OH
Phone
(877) 302-2347
Willard Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1530 S. Conwell St, Willard, OH
Phone
(419) 935-6481
Tiltonsville Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
106 Grandview Ave, Tiltonsville, OH
Phone
(740) 859-3443
Wintersville Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
587 Bantam Ridge Rd., Wintersville, OH
Phone
(740) 275-4407
Lake Geauga United Head Start West Center
Headstart Programs
Address
32114 Vine Street, Willowick, OH
Phone
(440) 943-0388
Lccaa Head Start-Firelands
Headstart Programs
Address
10779 Vermilion Rd, Oberlin, OH
Phone
(440) 965-6131
Alta Head Start Sebring
Headstart Programs
Address
126 W Indiana Ave., Sebring, OH
Phone
(330) 750-7138
Amazing Wonders Preschool Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1255 North Carpenter Road, Brunswick, OH
Phone
(330) 225-9120
Ohcac Cardingtion Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
3700 Cardington County Road 16, Cardington, OH
Phone
(419) 864-3691
Larzelere Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
Address
450 Larzelere Avenue, Zanesville, OH
Phone
(740) 454-6442
Sharon Ave Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
903 Sharon Ave, Zanesville, OH
Phone
(740) 454-6251
Ymca Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1861 Adams Lane, Zanesville, OH
Phone
(740) 588-9007
Cdi Head Start Ms - Hartville
Headstart Programs
Address
61 Hartville Rd., Hartville, OH
Phone
(419) 309-6607
Cdi Head Start Ms - Shiloh
Headstart Programs
Address
26 Mechanic St., Shiloh, OH
Phone
(419) 309-6607
St James Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
860 Orchard St, Toledo, OH
Phone
(419) 671-5650

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Frequently asked questions

There are 274 headstart programs daycares across Ohio. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Ohio are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Ohio's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Ohio, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Ohio sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Ohio vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.