How do I choose the right daycare in Elizabethton?

When choosing a daycare in Elizabethton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Tennessee's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Tennessee) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Elizabethton?

Elizabethton offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Headstart Programs — 4 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 11 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 Centers in Elizabethton, Tennessee (20 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Tennessee?

Daycare costs in Tennessee 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 Elizabethton for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elizabethton

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.

Valley Forge Carter Cares

4.48 score

4.6(20)

1485 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton, TN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 80 children

NOTE: The reviews provided are for Valley forge First Baptist Church, not a daycare center. There appear to be no actual daycare reviews available for Valley Forge Carter Cares. The Google listing shows 0 reviews.

None - reviews are for wrong facility

Valley Forge Elementary Pre-K

4.48 score

4.6(20)

1485 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton, TN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 20 children

The reviews provided are for a church, not a daycare center. There appears to be a data mismatch - Valley forge Elementary Pre-K is listed as a school-based daycare in Elizabethton, Tennessee, but all reviews discuss a Christian church experience rather than childcare services.

Unable to assess daycare quality due to incorrect review data

First United Methodist Preschool

4.3 score

4.6(5)

325 East E Street, Elizabethton, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 32 children

First United Methodist Preschool in Elizabethton is a religious facility with a 4.6/5 Google rating. Most reviews praise the welcoming congregation and spiritual environment, though one reviewer expressed concern about perceived lack of charitable values among church members regarding disposal of donated items.

Welcoming and friendly congregationspiritual atmospherenew pastoral leadership

Daycare Centers in Elizabethton, Tennessee

There are 20 daycare centers in Elizabethton, Tennessee. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Elizabethton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 20 all daycares in Elizabethton, Tennessee. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Elizabethton, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Tennessee's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Tennessee)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Elizabethton offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 11 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 Tennessee 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 Elizabethton for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Elizabethton must be licensed by Tennessee'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.

20 Daycare Centers in Elizabethton, Tennessee

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Elizabethton

Top Rated

Valley Forge Carter Cares

Valley Forge Elementary Pre-K

First United Methodist Preschool

Eastside Day Care & Learning Center

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Daycare types in Elizabethton