
Compare 48 daycare centers in Kingsport. Average rating: 4.44/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Kingsport has 48 licensed daycares with 190 parent reviews averaging 4.44/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 56% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 37664 (avg 4.44 stars), while 37660 has the largest selection (23 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
200 W.Church Circle, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the worship experience, welcoming atmosphere, and community fellowship. No reviews specifically address daycare or preschool services.
100 West Church Circle, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children
Church Circle First Presbyterian in Kingsport receives consistently high ratings from community members who praise it as a welcoming place of worship with strong programming. Reviewers highlight the congregation's community outreach efforts, quality of services, and support for those in need.
213 Colonial Heights Road, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Parents consistently praise Colonial Heights Presbyterian Day School for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong leadership. Director Lisa is frequently mentioned as deeply involved, approachable, and personally engaged with children and families. Staff are described as knowledgeable, caring, and treating children like family.
2401 John B. Dennis Hwy., Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 69 children
Note: The available reviews are for the church facility rather than the daycare program specifically. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and spiritual environment of Christian Life in Kingsport.
5801 Memorial Blvd., Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 46 children
Reviews praise Cassidy-United Methodist Preschool as a warm, welcoming, and caring facility with a thoughtful pastor and active community involvement. Parents appreciate the inclusive atmosphere and emphasis on faith-based values and service to others.
200 East Church Circle, Kingsport, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
These reviews appear to be primarily about a church organization rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the facility for its community involvement, welcoming atmosphere, and Christian values, though most comments focus on church services and community programs like food pantries and free haircuts rather than childcare services.
631 Lebanon Road, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 95 children
Colonial Heights United Methodist is a religious facility in Kingsport, Tennessee with a 4.5/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, friendly pastor, and variety of spiritual and youth activities. One reviewer noted difficulty reaching the minister and felt some members were not inclusive.
108 Colonial Heights Road, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 135 children
Colonial Heights Baptist Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care and children's development over many years. Parents appreciate the Christian environment and family atmosphere. However, a few negative reviews mention poor communication about waitlist status and unspecified concerns.
905 University Blvd, Kingsport, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Allandale Early Learning receives highly mixed reviews. Most parents praise the newer management (Paxton and Amanda), staff friendliness, cleanliness, and quality of care, with many giving perfect ratings. However, several parents report concerns about billing accuracy, excessive illness-related dismissals based on questionable temperature readings, insufficient supervision, and poor staff responsiveness to complaints.
Based on 18 daycares with Google ratings in Kingsport
Top qualities mentioned across 190 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Kingsport, based on parent reviews
Kingsport zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37664 | 14 | 4.44 | 2 | |
| 37660 | 23 | 4.41 | 5 | |
| 37663 | 7 | 4.38 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Kingsport (16–275 children)
Small
up to 30 children
13
Medium
31–75 children
22
Large
76–150 children
12
Very Large
150+ children
1
Highest rated daycares in Kingsport based on parent reviews
200 W.Church Circle, Kingsport, TN
This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the worship experience, welcoming atmosphere, and community fellowship. No reviews specifically address daycare or preschool services.
100 West Church Circle, Kingsport, TN
Church Circle First Presbyterian in Kingsport receives consistently high ratings from community members who praise it as a welcoming place of worship with strong programming. Reviewers highlight the congregation's community outreach efforts, quality of services, and support for those in need.
213 Colonial Heights Road, Kingsport, TN
Parents consistently praise Colonial Heights Presbyterian Day School for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong leadership. Director Lisa is frequently mentioned as deeply involved, approachable, and personally engaged with children and families. Staff are described as knowledgeable, caring, and treating children like family.
2401 John B. Dennis Hwy., Kingsport, TN
Note: The available reviews are for the church facility rather than the daycare program specifically. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and spiritual environment of Christian Life in Kingsport.
5801 Memorial Blvd., Kingsport, TN
Reviews praise Cassidy-United Methodist Preschool as a warm, welcoming, and caring facility with a thoughtful pastor and active community involvement. Parents appreciate the inclusive atmosphere and emphasis on faith-based values and service to others.
200 East Church Circle, Kingsport, TN
These reviews appear to be primarily about a church organization rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the facility for its community involvement, welcoming atmosphere, and Christian values, though most comments focus on church services and community programs like food pantries and free haircuts rather than childcare services.
There are 48 daycare centers in Kingsport, 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 Kingsport have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 18 rated facilities, with 56% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.72 stars. Our analysis covers 190 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Kingsport, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents describe Albright Day Care Center as a friendly, homey, and clean environment where teachers genuinely care for the children. One reviewer highlighted that their son enjoyed attending daily over a four-year period, while others expressed strong trust in the staff.
One parent reports that their child enjoyed attending the school several years ago. The single review highlights a positive experience without citing specific operational details or complaints.
This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the worship experience, welcoming atmosphere, and community fellowship. No reviews specifically address daycare or preschool services.
Church Circle First Presbyterian in Kingsport receives consistently high ratings from community members who praise it as a welcoming place of worship with strong programming. Reviewers highlight the congregation's community outreach efforts, quality of services, and support for those in need.
Parents consistently praise Colonial Heights Presbyterian Day School for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong leadership. Director Lisa is frequently mentioned as deeply involved, approachable, and personally engaged with children and families. Staff are described as knowledgeable, caring, and treating children like family.
Reviews praise Cassidy-United Methodist Preschool as a warm, welcoming, and caring facility with a thoughtful pastor and active community involvement. Parents appreciate the inclusive atmosphere and emphasis on faith-based values and service to others.
Note: The available reviews are for the church facility rather than the daycare program specifically. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and spiritual environment of Christian Life in Kingsport.
Colonial Heights United Methodist is a religious facility in Kingsport, Tennessee with a 4.5/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, friendly pastor, and variety of spiritual and youth activities. One reviewer noted difficulty reaching the minister and felt some members were not inclusive.
These reviews appear to be primarily about a church organization rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the facility for its community involvement, welcoming atmosphere, and Christian values, though most comments focus on church services and community programs like food pantries and free haircuts rather than childcare services.
Colonial Heights Baptist Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care and children's development over many years. Parents appreciate the Christian environment and family atmosphere. However, a few negative reviews mention poor communication about waitlist status and unspecified concerns.
Feedback for the Palmer Center Preschool Program is mixed, with some parents highly recommending the school for its dedicated staff, while others report concerning issues regarding teacher conduct. One reviewer describes the environment as rude and disrespectful based on a significant observation period, contrasting with positive experiences from families with multiple children.
One parent highlights the center's caring and highly educated staff, noting their success in fostering a child's growth from infancy to age four. Conversely, another family reports significant issues with toddler care, including frequent unnecessary sick dismissals, poor communication, and resulting medical costs, despite positive experiences with infant care.
One parent highlights the school's dedicated staff and highly recommends the program for multiple children, while another notes it is simply a good place for kids. Conversely, a separate reviewer reports severe mistreatment, describing teachers as rude and disrespectful during an extended classroom observation.
One parent highlights the convenient location and effective kindergarten preparation, while another notes that staff were well-received by their daughter. A single negative review criticizes the facility's size as being too small for the number of children.
A few parents highlight the center's long-standing operation and nurturing environment, with families noting their children feel loved and eager to attend. Reviewers also appreciate the cleanliness of the facility and the staff's dedication to childcare.
One parent reports an exceptional experience with caring staff and engaging activities, while another highlights excitement and three daily meals. A different family describes a negative interaction regarding accessibility for a child with cerebral palsy, citing refusal to return calls and demanding additional documentation.
Allandale Early Learning receives highly mixed reviews. Most parents praise the newer management (Paxton and Amanda), staff friendliness, cleanliness, and quality of care, with many giving perfect ratings. However, several parents report concerns about billing accuracy, excessive illness-related dismissals based on questionable temperature readings, insufficient supervision, and poor staff responsiveness to complaints.
The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Kingsport receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the facility, staff friendliness, variety of programs, and activities. However, one parent reported significant difficulty reaching the center by phone. Overall, children reportedly enjoy attending and parents view it as a great after-school care option.
One parent reports that teachers are careless and the transportation service is unreliable. They note that the bus frequently fails to run without providing adequate notification to families.
KinderCare Learning Centers in Kingsport receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, developmental progress of children, and daily communication through their app. Parents report high staff retention, clean facilities, and children who are eager to attend. Multiple families have used the center for extended periods, indicating strong satisfaction and trust.
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