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Best Headstart Programs in Durant, OK

Compare 4 headstart programs in Durant. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Durant, Oklahoma at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Durant has 4 licensed headstart programs with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 74701 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Durant

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
    See/Saw Learning Center
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    217 N 6th, Durant, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

    SEE/SAW Learning Center in Durant receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Staff are described as organized, caring, and skilled with children, creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend. Parents appreciate the variety of activities, clear communication, and the owner's personal involvement in the center.

    Staff professionalism and child development trainingchildren consistently happyvariety of activities (outdoor playcrafts
  2. 2
    Bright Starts Early Learning Center LLC
    4.14 score
    4.2(13)

    56 Shawna, Durant, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Bright Starts Early Learning Center in Durant receives nearly universal praise from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, director Brandi, strong communication about daily activities, and welcoming environment. One safety concern was raised regarding fence maintenance.

    Experienced and caring staffexcellent director leadershipspecial needs accommodationregular parent communication
  3. 3
    Little Arrows Child Development Center LLC
    3.74 score
    3.6(9)

    1519 Radio Road, Durant, OK · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 210 children

    Little Arrows has highly polarized reviews with strong praise from long-term families and severe concerns from others. Positive reviews highlight professional staff, cleanliness, Christian values, and educational programming. Negative reviews cite serious allegations of neglect including diaper care failures, staff rudeness, and concerning interactions with parents.

    Professional and friendly staffclean facilityeducational themes and learning activitieslong-term

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Durant

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.36avg rating
13 daycares · 9 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Durant zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7470117
4.42
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Durant (20–210 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Durant based on parent reviews

Choctaw Nation Early Head Start

5(2)

816 W. Evergreen, Durant, OK

Reviewers highlight the center's friendly, trustworthy, and clean environment, with one parent expressing exceptional satisfaction. Another comment specifically notes a staff member named Patience who enjoys engaging children in play.

friendly staffwonderful peopletrustworthy

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Daycare types in Durant

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Headstart Programs 4

Headstart Programs in Durant, Oklahoma

There are 4 headstart programs in Durant, Oklahoma, making up 24% of the 17 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 Durant have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Durant, 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 Durant

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Choctaw Nation Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

Reviewers highlight the center's friendly, trustworthy, and clean environment, with one parent expressing exceptional satisfaction. Another comment specifically notes a staff member named Patience who enjoys engaging children in play.

friendly staffwonderful peopletrustworthy
Address
816 W. Evergreen, Durant, OK
Phone
(580) 924-8280
Big Five Head Start # 1 & # 2
Headstart Programs
Address
1502 N.1st, Durant, OK
Phone
(580) 924-5331
Big Five Head Start-Robert E. Lee Center
Headstart Programs

Feedback for this Head Start center is mixed, with former students recalling positive educational experiences and historic significance, while one parent strongly objects to the facility's name. The building's history as a 1937 Works Progress Administration project and its status on the national register of historic places are noted appreciatively by alumni.

Historic WPA buildingpositive childhood memoriesgood educational environment
Address
824 W. Louisiana, Durant, OK
Phone
(580) 924-3628
Choctaw Nation Headstart
Headstart Programs

One parent describes the staff as awesome and caring, noting that the building is beautiful and well-maintained. They report a great experience and feel confident leaving their children in the program's care.

caring staffbeautiful buildingwell-maintained facilities
Address
2752 Big Lots Pkwy, Durant, OK
Phone
(580) 924-8536

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Durant, Oklahoma, out of 17 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 Durant have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Durant, 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
Durant offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 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 Durant for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Durant 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.