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Best Headstart Programs in Port Lavaca, TX

Compare 1 headstart programs in Port Lavaca. Average rating: 4.28/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Port Lavaca, Texas at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.28/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Port Lavaca has 1 licensed headstart programs with 30 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.The largest concentration is in 77979 with 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Port Lavaca

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
    Calhoun County Ymca Hjm Afterschool Care
    3.94 score
    3.9(9)

    605 N Commerce St, Port Lavaca, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

    This facility receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights clean facilities, friendly staff, and good equipment. Negative reviews cite inconsistent staffing oversight, operational issues like early closures and pool schedule discrepancies, and billing/membership cancellation problems.

    Friendly staffclean facilitiesgood exercise equipmentmodern virus protection measures
  2. 2
    Calhoun County Ymca Jr Afterschool Care
    3.94 score
    3.9(9)

    1512 Jackson St, Port Lavaca, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children

    Reviews are mixed with significant inconsistencies. Most reviewers praise the facilities, cleanliness, and friendly staff. However, negative reviews cite staff inattentiveness, operational issues like early closures, and unresponsive customer service regarding membership cancellations.

    Fabulous facilitiesfriendly staffclean facilitygood exercise equipment
  3. 3
    Tots And Tikes Learning Center
    3.62 score
    3.3(6)

    411 W Main St, Port Lavaca, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 133 children

    TOTS AND TIKES LEARNING CENTER receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the friendly, professional staff, good hygiene, communication, and safe facilities. However, one detailed negative review alleges serious concerns including employee smoking, inadequate diaper changes, health issues, and unsafe transportation practices.

    friendly and professional staffgood hygiene and cleanlinessclear communication about allergies and napping issueslarge clean playground

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Port Lavaca

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Port Lavaca, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.14avg rating
8 daycares · 5 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Port Lavaca zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
779799
4.28
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Port Lavaca (30–133 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Port Lavaca based on parent reviews

Bcfs Education Services Port Lavaca Head Start

5(1)

424 Seadrift St, Port Lavaca, TX

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Daycare types in Port Lavaca

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Port Lavaca, Texas

There are 1 headstart programs in Port Lavaca, Texas, making up 11% of the 9 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 Port Lavaca have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Port Lavaca, 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 Port Lavaca

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Bcfs Education Services Port Lavaca Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
424 Seadrift St, Port Lavaca, TX
Phone
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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Port Lavaca, Texas, out of 9 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 Port Lavaca have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Port Lavaca, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Texas's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Texas)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Port Lavaca offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 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 Texas 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 Port Lavaca for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Port Lavaca must be licensed by Texas'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.