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Best Headstart Programs in Radford, VA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Radford. Average rating: 4.64/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Radford, Virginia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.64/5
Parent reviews
25
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Radford has 1 licensed headstart programs with 25 parent reviews averaging 4.64/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 24141 zip code, averaging 4.64 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Radford

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.

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    Nrca-Radford Head Start Center
    4.23 score
    4.3(17)

    215 3rd Avenue, Radford, VA · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 15 children

    Parents praise NRCA-Radford Head Start Center for its compassionate and patient staff who are deeply committed to children's wellbeing and development. The program is noted for providing a safe, nurturing learning environment while also offering family support resources and community assistance. Staff are described as kind, professional, and genuinely caring.

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Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Radford

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Radford, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.63avg rating
6 daycares · 3 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Radford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
241418
4.64
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Radford (15–148 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Radford based on parent reviews

Nrca-Radford Head Start Center

4.3(17)

215 3rd Avenue, Radford, VA

Parents praise NRCA-Radford Head Start Center for its compassionate and patient staff who are deeply committed to children's wellbeing and development. The program is noted for providing a safe, nurturing learning environment while also offering family support resources and community assistance. Staff are described as kind, professional, and genuinely caring.

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Daycare types in Radford

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Radford, Virginia

There are 1 headstart programs in Radford, Virginia, making up 13% of the 8 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 Radford have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 25 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Radford, 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 Radford

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Nrca-Radford Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.3

Parents praise NRCA-Radford Head Start Center for its compassionate and patient staff who are deeply committed to children's wellbeing and development. The program is noted for providing a safe, nurturing learning environment while also offering family support resources and community assistance. Staff are described as kind, professional, and genuinely caring.

Compassionate and patient teacherssafe environmentcommitted staff
Address
215 3rd Avenue, Radford, VA
Phone
(540) 731-4107
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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Radford, Virginia, out of 8 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 Radford have an average Google rating of 4.64 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Radford, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Virginia's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Virginia)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Radford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Virginia 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 Radford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Radford must be licensed by Virginia'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.