Children at daycare

Best Headstart Programs in North Providence, RI

Compare 1 headstart programs in North Providence. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

North Providence, Rhode Island at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
80
Top rated (4.5+)
2

North Providence has 1 licensed headstart programs with 80 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.Most programs are mid-sized (30–75 children).Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in North Providence

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
    Tri-County Caa - Rockwell
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    7 Rockwell Avenue, North Providence, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 18 children

    Reviews consistently praise staff friendliness, professionalism, and comprehensive services across multiple locations. Parents highlight exceptional customer service and personalized care from staff members. The facility is described as welcoming, clean, and accommodating to various insurance types.

    Pleasant and respectful staffexceptional customer service representatives (YaniraShirley)attentive and caring providers (Esther Morency
  2. 2
    The Nurturing Nook Child Care
    3.95 score
    3.9(6)

    9 George Street, North Providence, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    The Nurturing Nook receives mixed reviews with four 5-star ratings praising caring staff, small class sizes, and personalized attention, but two 1-star ratings citing staff turnover, inconsistent care, billing issues, and questionable health screening practices. Overall parents describe either highly positive experiences or significant operational and management concerns.

    smallpersonalized classescaring and friendly staffengaging learning activities
  3. 3
    Once Upon A Time Academy LLC.
    3.74 score
    3.6(9)

    2072 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Once Upon a Time Academy LLC receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the facility, staff consistency, child development, and communication tools. However, a minority of parents report serious concerns about hygiene practices, supervision, and staff conduct.

    Experienced and consistent teacherssmooth transitions between age groupschild development and social growthcommunication apps (Tadpoles and WatchMeGrow)
  4. 4
    Once Upon A Time I/T Academy
    3.74 score
    3.6(9)

    2080 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children

    Once Upon a Time I/T Academy receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, child development, facility quality, and communication apps. However, a minority of parents report serious concerns about hygiene practices, staff professionalism, and child supervision.

    Caring and patient teachersstrong child development outcomesstaff continuitywelcoming transition support

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in North Providence

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
5 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.8avg rating
5 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

North Providence zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
029117
4.04
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in North Providence (18–120 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in North Providence based on parent reviews

Tri-County Caa - Waterman

5(2)

79 Waterman Avenue, North Providence, RI

Map

Daycare types in North Providence

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Headstart Programs in North Providence, Rhode Island

There are 1 headstart programs in North Providence, Rhode Island, making up 9% of the 11 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 Providence have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 80 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in North Providence, 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 Providence

Showing 1 results

Tri-County Caa - Waterman
Headstart Programs
5
Address
79 Waterman Avenue, North Providence, RI
Phone
(401) 232-5444

Page 1 of 1· 1 results

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in North Providence, Rhode Island, out of 11 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 Providence have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in North Providence, 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 Providence offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Providence for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in North Providence 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.