Recognition of Excellence · Columbus, OH · 2026

Cdc Barnett Head Start

1184 Barnett Road, Columbus, OH 43227
https://www.cdcheadstart.org/
🏆 Ranked #20 in Columbus · 7.3 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Best Management
Best Management
Earned the highest management score in Columbus. This dimension reflects director responsiveness, communication, operational consistency, and the overall tone families experience from leadership.
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CDC Barnett Head Start is a preschool program (ages 3–5) operated by the Child Development Council of Franklin County, located at 1184 Barnett Road in Columbus, Ohio. The center holds Ohio's Gold Step Up To Quality accreditation and provides a comprehensive curriculum focused on cognitive, motor, and social-emotional development alongside full-day early education. On-site health screenings, USDA-approved meals, and family case management services support working families and address additional needs. The program also offers inclusive services for children with disabilities, though it operates as an income-eligible Head Start program rather than open-enrollment care.

Safety7.0
Curriculum8.0
Art / Music7.0
Infant care5.0
Kindergarten readiness8.0
Teacher quality8.0
Compassion8.0
Management8.0
Culture7.0
Extracurriculars7.0
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