Head Start Programs in ZIP 51566 (Red Oak, IA)

3 federally funded head start programs operate in ZIP 51566, Red Oak, IA, per the current data.

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Head Start and Early Head Start are federally funded programs that combine early education with nutrition, developmental screening, and family support. Programs are generally free for eligible families and prioritize children from low-income households, children in foster care, and children with disabilities.

Choosing among head start programs in ZIP 51566

Treat any single record as a starting point, not a verdict. Child care quality lives in the details: staff-to-child ratios, caregiver training and turnover, how the space is kept, and whether the program's schedule and approach fit your family's needs.

For families in ZIP 51566, Red Oak, IA, the key questions are availability and waitlists, tuition and fees, hours of operation, and how caregivers communicate with parents each day. A visit plus direct questions remains the surest way to judge whether a program fits.

Data profile for ZIP 51566

The current data covers the 3 providers with a mailing address in ZIP 51566: 0 (0%) carry a published state quality rating. No provider in this ZIP carries a published overall star rating in the current data, so comparison here rests on inspection, staffing, and quality details. 2 of these providers report 40 licensed child care spaces in total.

Providers on record3
With a published overall ratingNone published
Average overall ratingNot published
Highest-rated providerNot published
Ownership mixNot reported
Licensed capacity (total)40
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State measures by provider

ProviderCare typeOverallOwnershipLicensed capacity
Red Oak Head StartHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported20
Red Oak Head Start PreschoolHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported—
Red Oak Pre-KHead Start ProgramNot ratedNot reported20

Listed head start programs in ZIP 51566

Head Start Program Red Oak Head Start Red Oak, IA 51566 Capacity 20 Head Start Program Red Oak Head Start Preschool Red Oak, IA 51566 Head Start Program Red Oak Pre-K Red Oak, IA 51566 Capacity 20
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Frequently asked questions

How many licensed child care spaces are reported in ZIP 51566?
40 licensed child care spaces are reported across 2 providers in ZIP 51566. Licensed capacity is published for child care centers; other provider types do not report it.
Who owns the head start programs in ZIP 51566?
Ownership is not reported for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 51566.
Where does this information come from?
All figures come from public state datasets (state child care licensing records and registries; processing date 2026-10-07). Verify current details with the provider before making care decisions.
How do I choose a head start program in ZIP 51566?
To compare Head Start programs, confirm eligibility and application steps, and ask about hours, transportation, meals, and how the program coordinates with services your family already uses. Local programs can differ in schedules and offerings.
What other ZIP codes near Red Oak have head start programs?
This care type is not listed in any other ZIP code in Red Oak in the current data.
What is the average quality rating for head start programs in ZIP 51566?
The state does not publish quality ratings for the head start programs currently listed in ZIP 51566. Inspection and quality information is still available for each provider.

Data sources

Every figure on this page is drawn from public state licensing datasets including state child care licensing records and registries (processing date 2026-10-07). See the methodology page for normalization details. This page is provided for general information only.

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