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Best Headstart Programs in Newport, RI

Compare 1 headstart programs in Newport. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Newport, Rhode Island at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
34
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Newport has 1 licensed headstart programs with 34 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02840 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Newport

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
    Martin Luther King Center Day Care
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    20 Dr.Marcus Wheatland Blvd, Newport, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 107 children

    Parents consistently praise the MLK Center for its exceptional daycare and afterschool programs, with particular appreciation for the warm, inclusive community atmosphere and dedicated staff. Beyond childcare, the organization is valued for its comprehensive support services including food pantry access, social services, and community programming that serves families across all demographics.

    Excellent preschool and afterschool programscaring and helpful staffinclusive and welcoming community atmospherefood pantry resources
  2. 2
    Boys & Girls Club Of Newport Cty.
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    95 Church Street, Newport, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 120 children

    Boys & Girls Club of Newport has strong community support with many long-term families praising the safe environment and friendly staff. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving a bus driver putting hands on their child, after which their children were allegedly banned from the program despite promises they could return.

    Safe space for childrenfriendly and consistent staffclean facilitiesnice locker rooms
  3. 3
    Emmanuel Day School
    4.16 score
    4.3(6)

    42 Dearborn Street, Newport, RI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

    Emmanuel Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the educational quality, caring staff, and beautiful facilities in a historic church building. One 1-star review disputes teacher credentials and certification. Most parents report their children thriving academically and socially, with detailed daily reports and engaging activities.

    Certified teachers and director with Master's degreehands-on director involvementdetailed daily activity reportscreative curriculum

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Newport

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

4.65avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Newport zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
028406
4.53
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Newport (20–156 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

3

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Newport

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 3

Headstart Programs in Newport, Rhode Island

There are 1 headstart programs in Newport, Rhode Island, 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 Newport have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 34 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Newport, 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 Newport

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Ebcap Head Start At Newport
Headstart Programs
Address
8 John H. Chafee Blvd., Newport, RI
Phone
(401) 367-2001

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Newport, Rhode Island, 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 Newport have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Newport, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Rhode Island's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Rhode Island)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Newport offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 3 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 Rhode Island 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 Newport for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Newport must be licensed by Rhode Island'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.