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Best Headstart Programs in San Benito, TX

Compare 7 headstart programs in San Benito. Average rating: 4.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

San Benito, Texas at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.58/5
Parent reviews
59
Top rated (4.5+)
9

San Benito has 7 licensed headstart programs with 59 parent reviews averaging 4.58/5.9 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 75% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 78586 zip code, averaging 4.58 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in San Benito

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
    Adorable Kids Child Care Center
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    830 E Expressway 83, San Benito, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 31 children

    Adorable Kids Child Care Center receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the staff's exceptional care, patience, and ability to help children with social anxiety and autism thrive. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming environment, affordability, cleanliness, quality meals, and strong curriculum. Many report their children are excited to attend and reluctant to leave.

    Patient and caring staffwelcoming environmentaccommodating to children with special needsaffordable pricing
  2. 2
    Play And Learn Day Care Center #2
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    241 S Williams Rd, San Benito, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 154 children

    Play and Learn Day Care Center #2 receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, strong parent-teacher communication, and developmental progress their children make while attending.

    Safe and clean environmentcaring and friendly staffattentive teachersstrong parent-teacher communication
  3. 3
    Spirit Of Joy Christian Childcare Center
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    1155 W Stenger St, San Benito, TX · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 71 children

    Spirit of Joy Christian Childcare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff members like Anabel, Ethel, Amelia, and Martha consistently praised for their caring approach and love for children. Parents highlight the center's Christian teachings, academic instruction (reading, writing, counting), school readiness preparation, and engaging activities like cooking lessons. One parent reported difficulty reaching the center by phone.

    caring and loving staffChristian education and valuesacademic skill developmentschool readiness preparation

Rating Distribution

Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in San Benito

4.5 - 5.0
9
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in San Benito, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.49avg rating
12 daycares · 10 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

San Benito zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
7858619
4.58
9

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in San Benito (20–154 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in San Benito based on parent reviews

La Gallina Head Start Child Development Center

5(1)

322 Woodford St, San Benito, TX

El Ranchito Head Start Child Development Center

5(1)

24356 W Us Highway 281, San Benito, TX

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Daycare types in San Benito

Child Daycare & Preschools 12Headstart Programs 7

Headstart Programs in San Benito, Texas

There are 7 headstart programs in San Benito, Texas, making up 37% of the 19 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 San Benito have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in San Benito, 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 San Benito

Showing 7 results

La Gallina Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
322 Woodford St, San Benito, TX
Phone
(956) 361-4828
El Ranchito Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
24356 W Us Highway 281, San Benito, TX
Phone
(956) 399-6124
Fred Booth Head Start Child Dev. Center
Headstart Programs
Address
705 Zaragosa St, San Benito, TX
Phone
(956) 276-4446
Frank Roberts Head Start Child Development
Headstart Programs
Address
451 Biddle St, San Benito, TX
Phone
(956) 399-9944
Las Yescas Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
Address
23413 Fm 803, San Benito, TX
Phone
(956) 233-6973
San Benito Early Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
Address
1201 N Reagan St, San Benito, TX
Phone
(956) 361-7455
Palmer-Laakso Head Start Child Development
Headstart Programs
Address
30515 Fm 1847, San Benito, TX
Phone
(956) 399-9944

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 headstart programs daycares in San Benito, Texas, out of 19 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 San Benito have an average Google rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in San Benito, 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
San Benito offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 7 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 San Benito for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in San Benito 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.