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Best Headstart Programs in Lehighton, PA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Lehighton. Average rating: 4.13/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lehighton, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.13/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Lehighton offers 1 licensed headstart programs, 4 of which have public ratings averaging 4.13/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lehighton

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
    Curious Kids Play And Learn Place
    4.13 score
    4.2(10)

    304 Mahoning St, Lehighton, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Curious Kids Play and Learn Place receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with 8 five-star reviews praising caring staff, excellent communication, developmental support, and individualized care for infants and children of all ages. However, two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about inadequate feeding protocols for infants with failure to thrive, staffing issues, and alleged neglect and lack of supervision.

    Caring and loving staff who trea

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Lehighton

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lehighton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
182356
4.13
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lehighton (18–82 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Lehighton

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Lehighton, Pennsylvania

There are 1 headstart programs in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, making up 17% of the 6 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 Lehighton have an average rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.13 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lehighton, 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 Lehighton

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Pathstone Carbon County Early Head Start
Headstart Programs

Feedback for PATHSTONE CARBON COUNTY EARLY HEAD START is mixed, with some parents praising the staff while others report negative experiences regarding facility management and child welfare. One parent describes the staff as amazing, while another criticizes teachers for parking in residential areas instead of using designated spots. Additionally, a separate complaint alleges that a child with special needs was traumatized by the facility.

Amazing staff
Address
110 N 3rd St, Lehighton, PA
Phone
(610) 377-7567
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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Lehighton, Pennsylvania, out of 6 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 Lehighton have an average Google rating of 4.13 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lehighton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Lehighton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Pennsylvania 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 Lehighton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lehighton must be licensed by Pennsylvania'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.