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Best Headstart Programs in Racine, WI

Compare 2 headstart programs in Racine. Average rating: 4.58/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Racine, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.58/5
Parent reviews
122
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Racine has 2 licensed headstart programs with 122 parent reviews averaging 4.58/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 62% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 53405 (avg 4.8 stars), while 53402 has the largest selection (9 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Racine

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
    Prince Of Peace Preschool And Child Care
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    4340 Six Mile Rd, Racine, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    These reviews appear to be for Prince of Peace Church rather than its preschool/child care program. Reviewers praise the church's welcoming atmosphere and pastoral leadership. No actual daycare or preschool program feedback is provided.

    Welcoming environmentcaring pastoral leadershipfriendly congregationlong-term community presence
  2. 2
    Christ Church Child Care Ssmt Preschool
    4.58 score
    4.8(13)

    5109 Washington Ave, Racine, WI · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children

    Christ Church Child Care receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, strong educational curriculum, and welcoming Christian environment that prepares children well for kindergarten and beyond.

    Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachersstrong educational programsreligious/values instruction
  3. 3
    Serendipity Preschool And Childcare
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    4811 6 Mile Rd, Racine, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Parents consistently praise Serendipity Preschool for its caring, experienced staff who treat children like family. Families appreciate the welcoming environment, flexible scheduling, daily updates with photos, and quality care across all age groups from infants through preschool. Multiple families have returned with multiple children and recommend the facility highly.

    Caring and patient stafffamily-like atmospheredaily updates and photosflexible scheduling
  4. 4
    St Edward'S Child Development Ctr
    4.28 score
    4.4(11)

    1430 Grove Ave, Racine, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

    St. Edward's Child Development Center in Racine receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with strong praise for staff quality, curriculum, communication, and child development outcomes. However, one recent review raises serious concerns about administrative honesty, staff training, safety protocols, and building security.

    Caring and loving staffstrong curriculum and learning outcomesregular communication and photo updatesclean facility
  5. 5
    One Step Ahead Children Ctr LLC
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    1630 Douglas Ave, Racine, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Parents consistently praise One Step Ahead Children Center for its caring, professional staff and clean, safe facility. Families report positive long-term experiences, with many having multiple children attend over years. The center is noted for its welcoming atmosphere and effective child development practices.

    Kind and caring staffclean facilitysafe environmentprofessional teachers
  6. 6
    La Pre Enterprise Dba X-Cite Cc
    3.75 score
    3.6(8)

    2711 19th St, Racine, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 51 children

    LA PRE ENTERPRISE (operating as LaPre Academy) in Racine receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, nurturing environment, and long-term enrollment satisfaction, but several parents report serious concerns about director communication, vehicle safety, and child care incidents.

    caring and patient staffnurturing environmentchild development supportfamily engagement opportunities

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Racine

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 122 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
4
2Caring and patient staff
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.56avg rating
21 daycares · 12 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Racine zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
534055
4.8
2
534029
4.55
3
534035
4.5
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Racine (21–480 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

10

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

4

Map

Daycare types in Racine

Child Daycare & Preschools 21Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 1

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🎨 Preschools 4

Headstart Programs in Racine, Wisconsin

There are 2 headstart programs in Racine, Wisconsin, making up 8% of the 25 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 Racine have an average rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 62% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 122 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Racine, 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 Racine

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Acelero Learning - Grand Ave
Headstart Programs

One parent reports that their children have flourished academically and socially, highlighting the staff's caring nature and diverse community as key benefits for kindergarten readiness. Another reviewer anticipates a positive experience, describing the environment as both educational and fun.

flourishing developmentkindergarten readinessdiverse community
Address
1032 Grand Ave, Racine, WI
Phone
(262) 456-2054
Quality
Acelero Learning - Green St
Headstart Programs
Address
1923 Green St, Racine, WI
Phone
(262) 456-4388
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Racine, Wisconsin, out of 25 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 Racine have an average Google rating of 4.58 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 62% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Racine, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Wisconsin's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wisconsin)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Racine offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 21 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Wisconsin 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 Racine for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Racine must be licensed by Wisconsin'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.