Legacy Child Development Center
328 S. Seminary St, Princeton, KY
Dawson Springs Head Start
- licensed capacity
- 37
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $121
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About
About Dawson Springs Head Start
Dawson Springs Head Start is a licensed child care center in Dawson, Kentucky. It is licensed by the state, for up to 37 children, serving infants and toddlers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants and toddlers
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants and toddlers
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 37 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants and toddlersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 37 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Dawson Springs Head Start has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hopkins County has a median price of $121 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$121
Home daycare$119
Toddler
Center$114
Home daycare$120
Preschool
Center$114
Home daycare$120
School age
Center$114
Home daycare$120
State record
Inspection reports for Dawson Springs Head Start
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed child care center
- Capacity
- 37 children
- Ages
- Infants and toddlers
- License number
- #L384602
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 1 rule in all
- Safe sleep 1
For comparison: 92% of Kentucky daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 11.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jul 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
540 - Bedding/Toys in Crib (922 KAR 2:120 Section 6)
“922 KAR 2:120. Section 6. Sleeping and Napping Requirements. (3) Rest time shall occur in an adequate space according to the child’s age as follows: (a) For an infant: 3. No bedding other than a clean tight-fitted sheet; and 4. No toys or other items except the infant’s pacifier;”
- Aug 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Dawson Springs Head Start
Is Dawson Springs Head Start licensed?
Yes. The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Dawson Springs Head Start last inspected?
The Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services lists the most recent visit on July 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Dawson Springs Head Start had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 92% of Kentucky daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 11. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Dawson Springs Head Start care for?
37, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants and toddlers.
Does Dawson Springs Head Start accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Dawson Springs Head Start's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Dawson Springs Head Start cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (270) 569-0182 to ask.
What is Dawson Springs Head Start's phone number?
(270) 569-0182.
Where is Dawson Springs Head Start?
65 Oak Heights, Dawson, KY 42408. The nearest other daycare we list is Audubon Area Comm Services Head, under 0.1 miles away.