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Best Headstart Programs in North Kingstown, RI

Compare 1 headstart programs in North Kingstown. Average rating: 4.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

North Kingstown, Rhode Island at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.75/5
Parent reviews
42
Top rated (4.5+)
4

North Kingstown has 1 licensed headstart programs with 42 parent reviews averaging 4.75/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 02852 zip code, averaging 4.75 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in North Kingstown

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
    The Children'S Workshop
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    4094 Quaker Lane, North Kingstown, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

    Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy for providing a loving, nurturing environment with high-quality education and engaging curricula. Staff members are described as caring, attentive, and excellent at individualizing support for each child. Multiple families report their children transitioned from crying/anxious at previous daycares to thriving and eagerly attending school.

    Warm and nurturing environmentindividualized attention for each childengaging acad
  2. 2
    Childrens Learning Express
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    7525 Post Road, North Kingstown, RI · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

    Children's Learning Express receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising caring staff, family-like environment, and child happiness. However, one former employee gave a 1-star rating citing serious safety and regulatory concerns including staff turnover, DCYF investigations, and unsafe conditions.

    caring and dedicated staffclean facilitychildren eager to attendfamily-like atmosphere

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in North Kingstown

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in North Kingstown, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
6 daycares · 2 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.9avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

North Kingstown zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
028529
4.75
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in North Kingstown (36–145 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in North Kingstown

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 6

Headstart Programs in North Kingstown, Rhode Island

There are 1 headstart programs in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, making up 10% of the 10 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 North Kingstown have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 42 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in North Kingstown, 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 North Kingstown

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Tri-County Caa N.K. Head Start
Headstart Programs

TRI-COUNTY CAA N.K. HEAD START receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring staff and educational support. Beyond childcare, parents appreciate the center's role as a community resource providing assistance with necessities like heating fuel and connecting families to local services.

Kind and helpful staffchild development communicationcommunity resource assistance
Address
415 Tower Hill Road, North Kingstown, RI
Phone
(401) 667-7151

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in North Kingstown, Rhode Island, out of 10 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 North Kingstown have an average Google rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in North Kingstown, 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
North Kingstown offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 North Kingstown for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in North Kingstown 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.