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173 Headstart Programs in Virginia

Browse 173 headstart programs across Virginia. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Virginia

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

Virginia has about 3,578 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

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

Daycare Breakdown in Virginia

There are 3,578 daycares in Virginia: 173 headstart facilities, 188 before/after school centers, 869 religious facility daycares, and 2,348 childcare and preschool centers.

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All Headstart Programs in Virginia

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Mile High Kids & Community Dev. INC. Head Start: Holland Road
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
3278 Holland Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 689-2780
Nrca Blacksburg Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
701 Church Street Se, Blacksburg, VA
Phone
(540) 552-0490
Quality
Mile High Kids & Community Dev. INC. Head Start: St. Aidan'S
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
3201 Edinburgh Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 233-0902
Quality
Mile High Kids & Community Dev. INC. Head Start: Atlantis Camp
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
999 Atlantis Drive, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 226-7111
Haysi Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.3

There is a significant data quality issue with these reviews. The reviews appear to be for a pharmacy or drug store, not a daycare center. No actual parent reviews about daycare services, child care quality, safety, or educational programs are present.

Unable to assess - reviews are not about daycare services
Address
320 Main Street, Haysi, VA
Phone
(276) 679-0518 EXT 149
Mile High Kids & Community Dev. INC. Head Start: Twin Canal
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
1484 Drawbridge Circle, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 383-6983
Quality
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
Quality
Cavalier Annex Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.2

Parents praise Cavalier Annex Head Start Center's clean facilities, including a well-maintained pool with lifeguards, gym equipment, and recreation amenities. The center is commended for its helpful staff and community atmosphere. However, some parents note maintenance issues and operational limitations.

Clean facilitiessafe pool with lifeguardsaffordable swimming ($1)
Address
404 Viking Street, Portsmouth, VA
Phone
(757) 246-9170
J E Parker Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.2

J E PARKER HEAD START CENTER receives consistently positive feedback from visitors. Parents and community members praise the welcoming staff, accessible equipment, and variety of programs including fitness classes and recreational activities. Children appear to enjoy attending, with parents noting their kids have fun at the facility.

welcoming staffaccessible equipmentexcellent facility
Address
2430 Turnpike Road, Portsmouth, VA
Phone
(757) 337-8486
Serve Early Head Start Development Center
Headstart Programs
4.2

Parents praise SERVE Early Head Start for its supportive staff, smooth program transitions, and community assistance. The center is recognized for helping families get back on their feet through childcare, food assistance, and donation programs. Staff are described as hardworking, helpful, and dedicated to serving families in need.

Smooth transitions between programshardworking and helpful staffcommunity events
Address
10056 Dean Drive, #100, Manassas, VA
Phone
(571) 748-2779
Quality
Oakmont North Center
Headstart Programs
4.2

NOTE: These reviews appear to be for Oakmont North Apartments, not the Oakmont North Center daycare. The reviews cannot be used to evaluate the daycare facility's quality, services, or staff performance.

Not applicable - reviews are for residential apartmentsnot daycare services
Address
7241 Oakmont Drive, Norfolk, VA
Phone
(757) 246-9170
Quality
Central Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.2
Address
430 E. Shirley Avenue, Bldg. C, Warrenton, VA
Phone
(540) 347-7000
Quality
Tazewell Early Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4.2

Tazewell Early Head Start Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight the center's helpful staff and community support services, including assistance with housing, food, and laundry. Parents praise the organization's professionalism, friendliness, and commitment to helping families in need.

helpful staffprofessionalfriendly
Address
200 1379 Tazewell Avenue, North Tazewell, VA
Phone
(276) 988-5583
Quality
Monticello Area Community Action Agency - Agnor Hurt Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise staff friendliness, teaching quality, and facility improvements. Negative reviews cite serious concerns including alleged inappropriate questioning of a child, poor classroom conditions, unmet financial assistance commitments, and rude staff behavior.

Amazing and great stafflovely ceremoniesimproved landscaping
Address
3201 Berkmar Drive, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 974-4783
Quality
Monticello Area Community Action Agency - Greer Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Reviews are highly polarized. While some parents praise the staff, teachers, and facility improvements, others report serious concerns including allegations of inappropriate teacher conduct with children, poor classroom conditions, unmet financial assistance commitments, and rude staff interactions.

Helpful and efficient financial assistance processmarvelous teachersnice facility with improved landscaping
Address
190 Lambs Lane, Charlottesville, VA
Phone
(434) 978-3469
Quality
Monticello Area Community Action Agency - Crozet Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Reviews are highly polarized. Some parents praise the staff, facility improvements, and helpful assistance programs, while others report serious concerns including alleged inappropriate conversations with children, poor educational activities, unsanitary classroom conditions, and rude staff interactions.

Helpful with financial assistanceamazing staffnice facility with improved landscaping
Address
1407 Crozet Avenue, Crozet, VA
Phone
(434) 823-4800
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Raleigh Court Head Start Child Development Center
Headstart Programs
4.1
Address
2202 Grandin Road S.W., Roanoke, VA
Phone
(540) 777-0914
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Pcca Head Start - Joseph L. Galloway
Headstart Programs
4.1

Most reviewers praise the staff for being helpful, friendly, and supportive to families and the community. However, some parents report significant challenges with long waiting lists, poor callback communication, and inconsistent service quality.

friendly and helpful staffsupportive to families in difficult timescommunity-focused
Address
514 North Main Street, Chatham, VA
Phone
(434) 432-8911
Quality
Monticello Area Community Action Agency - Louisa Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1

Reviews are mixed with significant variation in parent experiences. While some parents praise the staff and facility improvements, others report serious concerns including alleged inappropriate staff behavior with children, poor classroom conditions, and unresolved billing issues with the agency's assistance programs.

Staff described as amazing and helpfulnice ceremony for childrenimproved landscaping
Address
2035 South Spotwood Trail, Louisa, VA
Phone
(540) 894-4373 EXT 5156
Mimmie'S Learning Academy
Headstart Programs
4
Address
724 Baker Road, Virginia Beach, VA
Phone
(757) 965-3240
Quality
Little Lighthouse Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.8

Little Lighthouse Head Start Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, communication, and care for children with diverse needs. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about staff-to-child ratios, supervision, safety incidents, and accountability.

Caring and welcoming staffexcellent communication via app with photo updatesattentive to children's individual needs including special needs
Address
9889 Buckley Hall Road, Rte. 198, Mathews, VA
Phone
(804) 725-0627
Quality
The Children'S Center Suffolk Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
860 Davis Boulevard, Suffolk, VA
Phone
(757) 809-5557
Quality
Geneva Square Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.6

Reviews are mixed and appear to primarily address apartment living rather than daycare services. Residents praise property management, maintenance, and staff professionalism, though concerns exist regarding towing policies.

Responsive managementprofessional staff (Ms. NixonBritany
Address
700 Geneva Avenue, Chesapeake, VA
Phone
(757) 606-1211
New Kent Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.3
Address
11819 New Kent Highway, New Kent, VA
Phone
(804) 966-2776
Quality
Nvfs Early Head Start Child Development Center At Arlington Mill
Headstart Programs
3
Address
909 S. Dinwiddle Street, Arlington, VA
Phone
(703) 385-5261
Quality
Cdi Hs Serving Frederick & Clarke Counties Senseny Rd Center
Headstart Programs
3
Address
1481 Senseny Road, Winchester, VA
Phone
(540) 535-1094
Nvfs Early Head Start - Vermont Center
Headstart Programs
3
Address
601 North Vermont St, Arlington, VA
Phone
(571) 748-2760
Quality
Pound Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3
Address
11219 Indian Creek Road, Pound, VA
Phone
(276) 679-0518 EXT 145
Quality
Broadlawn Center
Headstart Programs
2.9
Address
1745 Acorn Street, Chesapeake, VA
Phone
(757) 246-9170
Rfd Caroline County Head Start @ Bowling Green Elementary
Headstart Programs
2.4

Reviews are highly polarized with strong praise and severe criticism. Positive reviews highlight dedicated staff, comprehensive curriculum, and community involvement. Negative reviews cite serious safety concerns including bus driver behavior, facility maintenance issues with mold and roaches, inadequate bullying and abuse response, student fights, and inconsistent rule enforcement.

Dedicated and nurturing staffcomprehensive and innovative curriculumSTEM and extr
Address
16261 Richmond Turnpike, Bowling Green, VA
Phone
(804) 633-5413

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Frequently asked questions

There are 173 headstart programs daycares across Virginia. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Virginia are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Virginia'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 Virginia, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Virginia 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 Virginia 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.