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Best Daycare Centers in Elizabethton, TN

Compare 20 daycare centers in Elizabethton. Average rating: 4.2/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Elizabethton, Tennessee at a glance

Daycares
20
Avg rating
4.2/5
Parent reviews
60
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Elizabethton has 20 licensed daycares with 60 parent reviews averaging 4.2/5.The largest concentration is in 37643 with 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

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.

  1. 1
    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
  2. 2
    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
  3. 3
    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

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Elizabethton

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Elizabethton, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

4.6avg rating
11 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
4 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

3avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.6avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Elizabethton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3764318
4.2
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Elizabethton (20–500 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Elizabethton based on parent reviews

Valley Forge Carter Cares

4.6(20)

1485 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton, TN

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

4.6(20)

1485 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton, TN

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

4.6(5)

325 East E Street, Elizabethton, TN

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

Eastside Day Care & Learning Center

3(4)

206 Old Siam Road, Elizabethton, TN

Feedback for Eastside Day Care & Learning Center is sharply divided, with some parents highlighting exceptional care and communication while others report severe emotional distress and safety concerns. One parent describes a loving environment with engaging activities, whereas another states their child screamed and cried, claiming teachers were mean and withdrawing them for safety reasons.

Teachers and staff are caring and lovingchildren look forward to attendingdaily photos and updates are provided

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Daycare types in Elizabethton

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 4Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 11

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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Elizabethton have an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.

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.

All Daycare Centers in Elizabethton

Showing 20 results

Valley Forge Carter Cares
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

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
Address
1485 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-4085
Valley Forge Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
4.6

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
Address
1485 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-4086
First United Methodist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

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
Address
325 East E Street, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 543-3505 EXT 202
Eastside Day Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Feedback for Eastside Day Care & Learning Center is sharply divided, with some parents highlighting exceptional care and communication while others report severe emotional distress and safety concerns. One parent describes a loving environment with engaging activities, whereas another states their child screamed and cried, claiming teachers were mean and withdrawing them for safety reasons.

Teachers and staff are caring and lovingchildren look forward to attendingdaily photos and updates are provided
Address
206 Old Siam Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 542-5768
Valley Forge Elementary Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1485 Riverview Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-8319
Telamon Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
139 Judge Don Lewis Blvd., Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 543-2233
Tennessee Tots Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
440 Blue Ridge Drive, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 543-3401
Children'S Ctr Of Sycamore Shoals Hosp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
408 Bemberg Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 542-4310
Keenburg Elementary Head Start
Headstart Programs

One parent describes the program as amazing, highlighting the wonderful staff and the positive environment their son enjoys.

Amazing environmentwonderful staffhappy children
Address
139 Keenburg Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-8320
Harold Mccormick - Esp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
226 S. Cedar Avenue, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-8020 EXT 2012
Hunter Elementary Carter Cares
Before or After School Daycare
Address
145 Hope Street, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-4074
Unaka Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
120 Unaka Drive, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 474-4110
Boys & Girls Club Of Elizabethton/Carter
Child Daycare & Preschools

This Boys & Girls Club receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, supportive environment, and diverse programming including sports, arts, and academics. However, several parents report serious concerns including chronic late openings, inadequate staffing ratios, unresolved behavioral issues, poor management responsiveness, and discriminatory practices.

Loving and compassionate staffpositive environmentdiverse programs (art
Address
104 Hudson Drive, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 543-2946
Unaka Elementary Carter Cares
Before or After School Daycare
Address
120 Unaka Drive, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 474-4110
Wandell Early Learning Center
Before or After School Daycare
Address
800 Siam Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-8035
Happy Valley Middle School Leaps
Before or After School Daycare
Address
163 Warrior Lane, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-4070
T.A. Dugger Afterschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
305 West E Street, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 943-9646
Hunter Elementary Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
145 Hope Street, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-4059
Keenburg Carter Cares
Before or After School Daycare
Address
139 Keenburg Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-4047
East Side Elementary Esp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
800 Siam Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 547-8000

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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.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Elizabethton have an average Google rating of 4.2 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
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.