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512 Headstart Programs in Texas

Browse 512 headstart programs across Texas. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Texas

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Texas can make the decision-making process smoother.

Texas has about 8,793 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Texas. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Texas

There are 8,793 daycares in Texas: 512 headstart facilities, 1,081 before/after school centers, 343 religious facility daycares, and 6,857 childcare and preschool centers.

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Two Steps Ahead Learning Center #1
Headstart Programs
3.9

Two Steps Ahead Learning Center #1 receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the friendly staff, responsiveness to children's needs, and loving care. However, some parents report serious concerns including poor communication, hygiene issues, dietary neglect, and safety incidents.

Friendly and loving staffresponsive to children's needsgood communication with parents
Address
3028 Rogge Ln, Austin, TX
Phone
(512) 926-2350
Rio De Vida - Mission IV Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.8

Note: Reviews appear to be for Rio de Vida Apartments, not the daycare center. Reviews consistently praise apartment management, maintenance responsiveness, and community amenities. All 10 reviews rate the property 5/5 stars with particular praise for manager Lauryn.

Responsive maintenance (1-2 days)professional and friendly staffgood communication
Address
301 S Inspiration Rd, Mission, TX
Phone
(956) 581-6409
Margaret H Cone Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.8
Address
2919 Troy St, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 217-3175
Little Explorers Development & Learning Center II
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
935 S Alamo Rd, Alamo, TX
Phone
(956) 702-2273
Ysleta Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
175 Midway Dr, El Paso, TX
Phone
(915) 791-4894
West Garland Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7

West Garland Head Start receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the full-time educational program, caring staff, and teacher quality, particularly highlighting its value for working parents. However, one negative review raises concerns about organizational issues, hygiene practices, communication problems, and staff conduct.

Full-time program for ages 3-5free services (income-dependent)caring and amazing teachers
Address
3709 W Walnut St, Garland, TX
Phone
(972) 485-1140
Cdi Head Start Serving North Texas Decatur Child Development
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
503 Business Hwy 287 N, Decatur, TX
Phone
(940) 626-4787
Central Texas 4c INC. Dba Copperas Cove Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
306 Ave E E, Copperas Cove, TX
Phone
(254) 547-5270
Larga Vista Headstart Center
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
5411 Cisneros St, Laredo, TX
Phone
(956) 728-1562
El Cenizo Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
511 E Santa Clara St, Hebbronville, TX
Phone
(361) 527-3120
David Crockett Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7

David Crockett Early Head Start has mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, safe environment, and child development support. However, negative reviews describe serious concerns including alleged harassment, inadequate potty training support, and a case involving misidentification of Mongolian spots as abuse resulting in child removal.

Caring and sweet staffsafe environmentsupportive for working parents
Address
3282 S 13th St, Abilene, TX
Phone
(325) 690-3770
Copperas Cove Headstart Center
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
1008 North Dr, Copperas Cove, TX
Phone
(254) 547-1771
Hal Rose Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
610 W Barton Ave, Temple, TX
Phone
(254) 899-1949
Central Texas 4 C, INC. Dba Harker Heights Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
200 Harley Dr, Harker Heights, TX
Phone
(254) 778-0489
Pete Duarte Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
500 S Darrington Rd, Horizon City, TX
Phone
(915) 791-4854
Cdi Head Start North Texas Corsicana Head Start/Early Head S
Headstart Programs
3.6
Address
100 S 18th St, Corsicana, TX
Phone
(682) 400-2086
Mexia Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.6
Address
1023 E Main St, Mexia, TX
Phone
(254) 562-2610
Avance INC., Pasadena Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.6

AVANCE INC. Pasadena Early Head Start receives mixed reviews. Some parents express satisfaction with the program's support for their children's development. However, several parents criticize the school for lacking engaging special events, ceremonies, and academic enrichment.

Supportive of child developmentpositive family engagement
Address
400 Park Lane Pb, Pasadena, TX
Phone
(713) 534-0350
Mckinney Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.5

Parents consistently praise McKinney Early Head Start for its dedicated, caring staff and strong teacher-student relationships. Communication with parents is highlighted as exceptional, with daily photo updates and regular progress reports via a school app. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable academic progress.

Dedicated and caring teachersexcellent parent communicationdaily photo updates
Address
500 Dowell St, Mckinney, TX
Phone
(469) 302-2432
Navigation Pointe Early Headstart
Headstart Programs
3.4

DISCREPANCY DETECTED: The reviews provided are for Navigation Pointe apartment complex leasing and management, not for Navigation Pointe Early Headstart daycare center. No actual daycare reviews are available. The Google Rating of 3.4/5 with 0 reviews does not match the 10 five-star reviews provided.

None - reviews are for apartment leasingnot childcare services
Address
901 S Navigation Blvd, Corpus Christi, TX
Phone
(361) 289-0924
Met Early Head Start- Humble
Headstart Programs
3.4

MET Early Head Start in Humble receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents about staff quality and teaching, but serious concerns from others regarding administrative disorganization, safety management, and inequitable enrollment practices. Parents report excellent teacher dedication and curriculum on one side, contrasted with complaints about lost paperwork, failure to address behavioral incidents, and lack of accessible spots.

Dedicated and caring staffquality teaching and curriculumpositive child development
Address
403 Wilson Rd, Humble, TX
Phone
(281) 360-8800
Robbie Jones Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.4

Robbie Jones Head Start is a Head Start program in Carrollton serving low-income families with free or low-cost tuition. Most parents praise the caring staff, safe environment, educational support, and additional services like meals and health screenings. However, a few parents reported concerns about staff mistreatment of children and unprofessional behavior from certain staff members.

Safe and nurturing environmentcaring and professional staffeducational and developmental support
Address
1920 Walnut Plz, Carrollton, TX
Phone
(972) 416-1595
Brookhaven Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.4

Brookhaven Head Start receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise academic advancement, bilingual support, cleanliness, and caring staff. Negative reviews cite inconsistent enrollment information, concerns about child labeling, and perceived unfair treatment of families.

children are academically advancedbilingual teachersclean facility
Address
3939 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch, TX
Phone
(972) 331-9565
Lincoln Park Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.4

These reviews primarily concern housing management rather than daycare services. A few reviews praise staff helpfulness, but most complaints focus on property maintenance issues, management responsiveness, and lease/deposit disputes at this Head Start facility location.

Helpful and professional staff members (AlvinRonBobby
Address
790 W Little York Rd, Houston, TX
Phone
(281) 448-3600
Met Head Start Of Liberty County #2
Headstart Programs
3.4
Address
1022 Texas St, Liberty, TX
Phone
(936) 336-7025
Pueblo De Paz Mission III Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.3

This appears to be a residential apartment complex, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the safe, quiet community environment, helpful staff, and affordable income-based rent. Parents appreciate the amenities like pools and nearby schools.

Safe gated communityquiet environmentfriendly and responsive staff (particularly managers Sandra and Veronica)
Address
3401 N Mayberry Rd, Mission, TX
Phone
(956) 580-9709
Abram Headstart & Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
3.3
Address
1901 E Abram St, Arlington, TX
Phone
(817) 459-0608
Ferguson Oates Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.1
Address
2345 Oates Dr, Dallas, TX
Phone
(214) 324-2831
Wto I Crane Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.1
Address
105 Katherine, Crane, TX
Phone
(432) 558-2094
Central Texas 4c, INC. Dba Meridith-Dunbar Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.1

Meridith-Dunbar Head Start receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teaching quality and hands-on educational approach. However, one parent reported concerns about late pick-up times and poor after-hours phone availability.

Teachers are caring and effectivehands-on instructiongood learning environment
Address
1717 E Avenue J, Temple, TX
Phone
(254) 215-6759

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Frequently asked questions

There are 512 headstart programs daycares across Texas. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Texas are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Texas's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Texas, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Texas sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Texas vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.