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Best Headstart Programs in Sun Prairie, WI

Compare 1 headstart programs in Sun Prairie. Average rating: 4.16/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Sun Prairie, Wisconsin at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.16/5
Parent reviews
115
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Sun Prairie has 1 licensed headstart programs with 115 parent reviews averaging 4.16/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 55% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 53590 with 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sun Prairie

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
    Teddy'S Place INC
    4.52 score
    4.7(14)

    1514 W Main St, Sun Prairie, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Parents consistently praise Teddy's Place for exceptional care, attentive staff, and a family-oriented environment. The facility is noted for strong teacher-child relationships, individualized attention, and comprehensive programming across all age groups from infants through school age. All reviews rate the center 5/5 stars.

    caring and dedicated stafffamily-oriented atmospherehigh-quality carestrong teacher-child bonds
  2. 2
    Ymca Northeast Y
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    1470 Don Simon Dr, Sun Prairie, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Parents consistently praise YMCA Northeast Y's welcoming atmosphere, knowledgeable and happy staff, and clean, well-maintained facilities. Daycare students show improved behavior and enthusiasm for attending. The facility offers diverse amenities including a pool, gym, fitness classes, and after-school programs that appeal to the entire family.

    Caring and attentive teacherschildren eager to attend daycareclean facilityfriendly staff
  3. 3
    Rock-A-Bye Baby Nursery School
    3.71 score
    3.6(14)

    801 Lois Dr, Sun Prairie, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    Rock-A-Bye Baby Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents, with most reviews giving 5 stars. Parents highlight caring, dedicated staff, engaging activities, and strong leadership from directors. Several families have used the facility for multiple years, indicating satisfaction and retention.

    caring and sweet staffstrong director leadership (NicoleNikkiMax)
  4. 4
    Rock-A-Bye Education Connection
    3.71 score
    3.6(14)

    751 Lois Dr, Sun Prairie, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 100 children

    Rock-A-Bye Education Connection receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and strong communication through their app. Many families have been enrolled for multiple years, citing the directors' personal attention and nurturing environment as key reasons for their loyalty.

    caring and supportive staffengaging activities (projectswater daysscavenger hunts
  5. 5
    Rock-A-Bye Child Care Learning Ctr
    3.71 score
    3.6(14)

    811 Lois Dr, Sun Prairie, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

    Rock-A-Bye Child Care Learning Center in Sun Prairie receives consistently high praise from parents, with reviewers highlighting caring staff, engaging activities, and strong teacher-child relationships. Many families have been with the center for years, citing the directors' genuine care and supportive environment as key reasons for their loyalty.

    caring and sweet staffsupportive directors (NicoleNikkiMax)
  6. 6
    Play Haven Sun Prairie LLC
    3.62 score
    3.5(16)

    1160 Emerald Terrace, Sun Prairie, WI · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children

    Play Haven Sun Prairie receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and individualized attention given to children. Parents highlight strong communication, safety measures, developmental growth, and a welcoming environment that makes them feel confident leaving their children in the center's care.

    Staff know children by nameexcellent communication with daily updates and photosindividualized caresafety features

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Sun Prairie

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
4
Below 3
1

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 115 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Nikki
3
2Max)
3
3Water days
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Sun Prairie, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.32avg rating
16 daycares · 10 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

2.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Sun Prairie zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
5359018
4.16
6

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Sun Prairie (20–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Sun Prairie based on parent reviews

Dcpc Sun Prairie Head Start

2.6(3)

509 Commercial, Sun Prairie, WI

One parent highlights the district's excellent facilities, high graduation rates, and dedicated teachers, while another reports being forced to withdraw due to disagreements over curriculum and administrative issues. A third review offers a brief, strong condemnation without specific details, describing the district as traumatizing for former students and staff.

state of the art facilitiesbeautiful sports and arts programsfantastic Athletics and Arts programs

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Daycare types in Sun Prairie

Child Daycare & Preschools 16Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Headstart Programs in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin

There are 1 headstart programs in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, making up 6% of the 18 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 Sun Prairie have an average rating of 4.16 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 55% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.32 stars. Our analysis covers 115 parent reviews. Parents in Sun Prairie most frequently praise daycares for nikki, max), and water days.

When choosing a daycare in Sun Prairie, 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 Sun Prairie

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Dcpc Sun Prairie Head Start
Headstart Programs
2.6

One parent highlights the district's excellent facilities, high graduation rates, and dedicated teachers, while another reports being forced to withdraw due to disagreements over curriculum and administrative issues. A third review offers a brief, strong condemnation without specific details, describing the district as traumatizing for former students and staff.

state of the art facilitiesbeautiful sports and arts programsfantastic Athletics and Arts programs
Address
509 Commercial, Sun Prairie, WI
Phone
(608) 837-5229

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Sun Prairie, Wisconsin, out of 18 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 Sun Prairie have an average Google rating of 4.16 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 55% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Sun Prairie, 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
Sun Prairie offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Sun Prairie for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Sun Prairie 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.