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Best Headstart Programs in Duncan, OK

Compare 1 headstart programs in Duncan. Average rating: 3.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Duncan, Oklahoma at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.77/5
Parent reviews
50
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Duncan has 1 licensed headstart programs with 50 parent reviews averaging 3.77/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 73533 with 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Duncan

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
    Sunshine Family Daycare LLC
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    302 N 8th Street, Duncan, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Sunshine Family Daycare, operated by Ms. Tena Mekonnen in Duncan, Oklahoma, receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, the nurturing environment, and the strong relationships built with children. Multiple families report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving in the program.

    caring and attentive staffnurturing environmentchildren learn and developowner is professional and responsive
  2. 2
    A Great Start Learning Center LLC
    4.43 score
    4.7(8)

    415 S 8th St, Duncan, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

    A Great Start Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the staff's care, attention to individual children, and home-like environment. However, one negative review alleges serious concerns including dishonesty, inappropriate language toward a child, and a child being taken to the wrong school.

    caring and attentive staffchildren feel at homeindividualized attentionstaff willingness to work with parents
  3. 3
    Simmons Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    800 Chisholm Trail Parkway, Duncan, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 5/5 average rating. However, the reviews appear to describe a recreation/community center with pools, gyms, and event hosting rather than a daycare facility. Parents praise the facilities, staff friendliness, and variety of programs and amenities available.

    Friendly and nice staffclean facilitypool with lifeguardgym and fitness classes
  4. 4
    First Christian Church
    4.14 score
    4.2(12)

    916 W. Walnut, Duncan, OK · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    First Christian Church in Duncan, Oklahoma receives consistently positive feedback from families. Parents praise the caring and friendly staff, welcoming atmosphere, and quality facilities. One parent specifically noted their child enjoys attending daily.

    Loving and caring stafffriendly and welcoming environmentnice facilitiescommunity involvement

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Duncan

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.72avg rating
10 daycares · 9 rated

Church Daycare

4.2avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Duncan zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7353312
3.77
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Duncan (30–130 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Duncan

Child Daycare & Preschools 10Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Duncan, Oklahoma

There are 1 headstart programs in Duncan, Oklahoma, making up 8% of the 12 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 Duncan have an average rating of 3.77 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 50 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Duncan, 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 Duncan

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Delta Head Start - Irving
Headstart Programs
Address
12th And Sycamore, Duncan, OK
Phone
(580) 255-5571

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Duncan, Oklahoma, out of 12 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 Duncan have an average Google rating of 3.77 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Duncan, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Oklahoma's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Oklahoma)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Duncan offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 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 Oklahoma 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 Duncan for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Duncan must be licensed by Oklahoma'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.