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Best Headstart Programs in Ruther Glen, VA

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

Ruther Glen, Virginia at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.28/5
Parent reviews
59
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Ruther Glen has 1 licensed headstart programs with 59 parent reviews averaging 4.28/5.The largest concentration is in 22546 with 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ruther Glen

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
    Caroline Family Ymca
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    17422 Library Boulevard, Ruther Glen, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    Reviews praise the Caroline Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities and friendly, knowledgeable staff. Patrons highlight quality equipment, diverse programs and classes, and a welcoming family-friendly environment. The facility is appreciated as a convenient local option offering gym amenities, pools, and childcare services.

    Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern and quality equipmentfriendly and approachable staffwarm pool with jets
  2. 2
    Countryside Children'S Daycare Center INC. - Prosperity Way
    3.29 score
    2.7(6)

    8025 Prosperity Way, Ruther Glen, VA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 184 children

    Countryside Children's Daycare Center has highly polarized reviews. Two parents praise the long-tenured management, educational preparation, and lack of issues over years of attendance. However, four parents report serious concerns including inadequate child supervision, poor hygiene practices, failure to address bullying, unsafe conditions with children being scratched, and lack of communication with parents about health issues.

    Experienced and dedicated long-term staffgood educational preparation for schoolno issues reported by satisfied long-term families

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Ruther Glen

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

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 59 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Caring staff
4

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Ruther Glen, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.28avg rating
8 daycares · 6 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Ruther Glen zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2254612
4.28
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Ruther Glen (9–184 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Ruther Glen

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Ruther Glen, Virginia

There are 1 headstart programs in Ruther Glen, Virginia, making up 8% of the 12 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 Ruther Glen have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.28 stars. Our analysis covers 59 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Ruther Glen, 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 Ruther Glen

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Rfd Caroline County Head Start @ Madison Elementary
Headstart Programs
Address
9075 Chance Place, Ruther Glen, VA
Phone
(804) 448-2171
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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Ruther Glen, Virginia, out of 12 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 Ruther Glen 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 Ruther Glen, 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
Ruther Glen offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School 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 Ruther Glen for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ruther Glen 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.