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Best Headstart Programs in Pendleton, OR

Compare 2 headstart programs in Pendleton. Average rating: 4.72/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Pendleton, Oregon at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.72/5
Parent reviews
35
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Pendleton has 2 licensed headstart programs with 35 parent reviews averaging 4.72/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 97801 zip code, averaging 4.72 stars across 7 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pendleton

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
    Pioneer Relief Nursery
    4.34 score
    4.5(11)

    715 Se Court, Pendleton, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 29 children

    Pioneer Relief Nursery receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff's engagement, resourcefulness, and care quality. Parents appreciate it as a valuable community resource and safe environment for their children. One parent reported frustration with communication and access to assistance while on the waitlist.

    Excellent and engaging staffsafe environmentstrong community resourceeducational programming
  2. 2
    Kid'S Club
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1207 Sw Emigrant, Pendleton, OR · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    Kid's Club in Pendleton, Oregon is a center-based facility with a 4.4/5 Google rating. Parents consistently praise the clean, safe facility, attentive staff, and strong staff-to-child ratios. The affordable guest pass option ($20 for 2 hours) and amenities like pools and cafes are frequently highlighted as valuable for parents needing childcare while they exercise or attend appointments.

    clean and well-maintained facilityattentive and caring staffgood staff-to-child ratioaffordable guest passes

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Pendleton

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

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 35 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Safe environment
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Pendleton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
978017
4.72
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Pendleton (14–70 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

3

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Pendleton based on parent reviews

Pendleton Early Head Start

5(1)

1800 Nw Carden, Pendleton, OR

One parent highlights the quality of the staff who work effectively with preschool and kindergarten children. The review specifically notes that the principal is amazing.

Great staffworks well with kids preschool-kindergartenamazing principal

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Daycare types in Pendleton

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 2

Headstart Programs in Pendleton, Oregon

There are 2 headstart programs in Pendleton, Oregon, making up 29% 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 Pendleton have an average rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 35 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Pendleton, 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 Pendleton

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Pendleton Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

One parent highlights the quality of the staff who work effectively with preschool and kindergarten children. The review specifically notes that the principal is amazing.

Great staffworks well with kids preschool-kindergartenamazing principal
Address
1800 Nw Carden, Pendleton, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Hawthorne Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1308 Sw Emigrant, Pendleton, OR
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Pendleton, Oregon, 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 Pendleton have an average Google rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Pendleton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Oregon's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Oregon)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Pendleton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Oregon 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 Pendleton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Pendleton must be licensed by Oregon'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.