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Best Headstart Programs in Longview, WA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Longview. Average rating: 4.03/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Longview, Washington at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.03/5
Parent reviews
86
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Longview has 1 licensed headstart programs with 86 parent reviews averaging 4.03/5.The largest concentration is in 98632 with 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Longview

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
    Montessori Childrens House Lg
    4.72 score
    5(13)

    3137 Columbia Heights, Longview, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children

    Montessori Children's House LG receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who praise the school's Montessori approach, caring staff, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children develop strong academics, independence, confidence, and a genuine love of learning. The school is described as well-organized, nurturing, and providing an excellent foundation for future success.

    Montessori curriculum and philosophystaff quality and caring approachchild development (academic and social-emotional)independence and leadership skills
  2. 2
    Faith Family Christian Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    2203 38th Ave, Longview, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 214 children

    Parents consistently praise Faith Family Christian Center for its welcoming, loving environment and quality care. Multiple parents report their children enjoy attending the daycare, and families appreciate the Christian values integrated into the center. Staff and leadership are frequently described as friendly, kind, and caring.

    Welcoming and inclusive environmentchildren love attendingquality childcarefriendly and caring staff
  3. 3
    Lcc Hfld Dcc/Maple
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    1600 Maple, Longview, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    This facility appears to be incorrectly categorized as a daycare center, as the reviews are primarily about Lower Columbia College, a community college in Longview, Washington. Reviews consistently praise the institution's friendly staff, quality education, clean facilities, student support services, and affordable programs.

    Friendly and approachable staffclean and updated facilitiesquality instructionaffordable tuition
  4. 4
    Lil Red Barn Academy
    4.06 score
    4.1(8)

    5622 Mt Solo Road, Longview, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    Lil Red Barn Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, strong teacher-child relationships, organization, and children's development progress. However, some parents report serious concerns including staffing instability, unreported injuries, unprofessional management conduct, and aggressive dismissal policies.

    Caring and attentive teacherslong-term staff consistency (reported by satisfied families)well-organized facilitystrong child development outcomes
  5. 5
    Kinderland Acad Lg
    3.07 score
    2.3(6)

    1157 Commerce, Longview, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Kinderland Academy receives mixed reviews with significant polarization among parents. Some praise teachers like Maria and report satisfied children, while others cite serious concerns about staff behavior, management quality, and child safety incidents.

    Caring and attentive teachersgood schedulechildren enjoy attending
  6. 6
    Wee Care Day Care
    2.8 score
    2.2(10)

    3341 Washington Way, Longview, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Wee Care Day Care has highly polarized reviews. While a few parents praise the friendly staff and director Amanda's leadership, the majority of reviews describe serious concerns including inadequate staffing, poor behavior management, neglectful care practices (underfeeding and diaper changes), and problematic director behavior.

    Friendly and caring staffdirector Amanda's leadership and willingness to support employee growthno reported issues over one year of attendance

Rating Distribution

Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in Longview

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.94avg rating
16 daycares · 9 rated

Headstart Programs

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Longview zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9863217
4.03
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Longview (22–264 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Longview based on parent reviews

Lcc Headstart/Eceap Longview

4.8(1)

1720 20th Avenue, Longview, WA

One parent shares a positive experience regarding their nephew's attendance at the facility. The feedback highlights a favorable impression of the program from a family perspective.

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Daycare types in Longview

Child Daycare & Preschools 16Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Longview, Washington

There are 1 headstart programs in Longview, Washington, making up 6% of the 17 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 Longview have an average rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 86 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Longview, 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 Longview

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Lcc Headstart/Eceap Longview
Headstart Programs
4.8

One parent shares a positive experience regarding their nephew's attendance at the facility. The feedback highlights a favorable impression of the program from a family perspective.

nephewn's attendance
Address
1720 20th Avenue, Longview, WA
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Longview, Washington, out of 17 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 Longview have an average Google rating of 4.03 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Longview, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Washington's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Washington)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Longview offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Washington 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 Longview for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Longview must be licensed by Washington'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.