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Best Headstart Programs in Poteau, OK

Compare 2 headstart programs in Poteau. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Poteau, Oklahoma at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Poteau offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4/5.The largest concentration is in 74953 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Poteau

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
    First Christian Church Childcare Center
    4.25 score
    4.5(5)

    208 N. Witte, Poteau, OK · Church Daycare · Capacity: 45 children

    Parents praise First Christian Church Childcare Center for its welcoming Christian community and compassionate pastoral leadership. Reviews highlight the church's spiritual support, friendly atmosphere, and genuine care for families. The facility is noted for creating a warm, faith-based environment.

    Welcoming communitycompassionate pastoral leadershipChristian fellowshipspiritual support

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Poteau

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.5avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Church Daycare

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Poteau zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
749538
4
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Poteau (17–173 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Poteau

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Poteau, Oklahoma

There are 2 headstart programs in Poteau, Oklahoma, making up 25% of the 8 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 Poteau have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Poteau, 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 Poteau

Showing 2 results

Casc Headstart
Headstart Programs
Address
1507 S. Mckenna, Poteau, OK
Phone
(918) 647-1258
Choctaw Nation Headstart
Headstart Programs
Address
1507 S. Mckenna, Poteau, OK
Phone
(918) 647-8500

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Poteau, Oklahoma, out of 8 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 Poteau have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Poteau, 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
Poteau offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 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 Poteau for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Poteau 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.