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Best Headstart Programs in Shoreline, WA

Compare 1 headstart programs in Shoreline. Average rating: 4.18/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shoreline, Washington at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.18/5
Parent reviews
46
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Shoreline has 1 licensed headstart programs with 46 parent reviews averaging 4.18/5.The largest concentration is in 98133 with 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shoreline

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
    Petite Day Care
    4 score
    4(18)

    1810 N 155th St, Shoreline, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children

    Parents consistently praise Petite Day Care for its caring, attentive staff and positive developmental outcomes for children across all age groups. Multiple families report smooth transitions to daycare, strong teacher-child relationships, and a well-rounded educational approach. Parents feel secure and communicate easily with teachers and leadership.

    Loving and attentive staffpatient with adjustment periodsstrong emotional connections between teachers and childreneducational and fun activities
  2. 2
    Shoreline Comm Coll/Parent Ch
    3.92 score
    3.9(20)

    16101 Greenwood Ave N, Shoreline, WA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Note: These reviews appear to be for Shoreline Community College, not a daycare center. Reviews are mixed, with praise for the campus facilities, academic quality, and diversity, but significant complaints about staff professionalism and administrative issues.

    Beautiful campus with modern facilities and natural surroundingsknowledgeable and accessible facultysmall class sizesdiverse student body

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Shoreline

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.18avg rating
16 daycares · 6 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Shoreline zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
9813310
4.22
2
981556
4
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shoreline (12–178 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Shoreline

Child Daycare & Preschools 16Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Shoreline, Washington

There are 1 headstart programs in Shoreline, 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 Shoreline have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.18 stars. Our analysis covers 46 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shoreline, 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 Shoreline

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Shoreline Headstart/Meridia
Headstart Programs
Address
17077 Meridian Ave N, Shoreline, WA
Phone
(206) 368-8412

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Shoreline, 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 Shoreline have an average Google rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Shoreline, 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
Shoreline 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 Shoreline for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shoreline 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.