Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbia, TN
Compare 16 child daycare & preschools in Columbia. Average rating: 4.49/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Columbia, Tennessee at a glance
- Programs
- 16
- Avg rating
- 4.49/5
- Parent reviews
- 146
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 13
Columbia has 16 licensed child daycare & preschools with 146 parent reviews averaging 4.49/5.13 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 72% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 38401 zip code, averaging 4.49 stars across 35 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Columbia
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.
- 1Little Rascals Daycare4.63 score4.8(19)
96 Pawnee Trail, Columbia, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children
Little Rascals Daycare in Columbia, Tennessee receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, engaged staff who treat children like family, and report that their children are excited to attend and thrive developmentally. Families express confidence in their children's safety and well-being, with many maintaining emotional connections to the center long after their children move on to school.
Warm and welcoming staffengaged and attentive teacherschildren eager to attendstrong developmental progress - 2First United Methodist Weekday4.48 score4.6(20)
222 West Seventh Street, Columbia, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 62 children
First United Methodist Weekday School in Columbia is highly regarded by parents as a welcoming, faith-centered preschool program run by caring staff. Parents praise the use of Brightwheel for communication and photo updates, as well as the church's community involvement and spiritual environment. All reviews are 5-star ratings reflecting strong satisfaction with the program and facility.
Caring staff who love childrenBrightwheel app for updates and communicationr - 3Pleasant Heights Baptist Preschool4.35 score4.5(12)
2712 Trotwood Avenue, Columbia, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Pleasant Heights Baptist Preschool receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising the welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. Parents and visitors appreciate the biblically-based doctrine, warm leadership, and inclusive environment. The facility is noted as a well-maintained venue with good acoustics.
Friendly and welcoming staffstrong sense of communitybiblically-based teachingspastor's leadership - 4Blessed Beginnings4.35 score4.7(5)
2505 Campbellsville Pk, Columbia, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
Blessed Beginnings is highly praised by parents for its caring and supportive staff. The center offers both childcare and lactation consulting services, with parents particularly appreciating the personalized attention and Christian-based environment. All recent reviewers expressed strong satisfaction with their experiences.
caring and nice staffsupportive environmentChristian-based valuesowner Erica highly regarded - 5First Baptist Weekday School4.32 score4.4(20)
2790 Pulaski Highway, Columbia, TN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Reviews praise First Baptist Weekday School as a welcoming faith-based community with strong biblical teaching and excellent children's programs. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere, active kids ministry, and comprehensive small group involvement. The facility appears to serve families from preschool through high school age.
welcoming and friendly environmentstrong kids ministry and kids pastorBible-based teachingextensive children's programs (preschool t - 6Hugging Arms Daycare Center, LLC4.31 score4.5(8)
419 Canaan Road, Columbia, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children
Hugging Arms Daycare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, owner Angela's passion for children, and the facility's cleanliness and outdoor activities. One parent reported a significant communication issue regarding their child's suspension/expulsion, citing misleading information that resulted in unexpected time off work.
Caring and passionate staffpositive attitude from employeesowner's experience and dedicationchildren's happiness and improved behavior - 7New Harvest Child Care Center4.29 score4.5(7)
201 Mcguire Street, Columbia, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
New Harvest Child Care Center in Columbia, Tennessee is a religious facility with mostly positive reviews praising staff quality and overall care. The daycare is described as popular in the community with staff members like Paula receiving specific praise. One visitor had a negative experience regarding the church atmosphere, though this appears to be about the church itself rather than the daycare specifically.
Staff qualityPaula and her team described as remarkablepopular in communitygood gathering place - 8Christ Our Savior Academy4.22 score4.4(6)
2494 Nashville Hwy., Columbia, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 44 children
Christ Our Savior Academy is a religious preschool in Columbia, Tennessee with mostly positive reviews praising well-educated staff, clean facilities, and strong Christian environment. However, one parent had a negative experience, withdrawing their child after 4 days and disputing behavioral assessments made by the director.
Well-educated and dedicated staffbright and clean classroomsabundant learning activities and educational materialsChristian environment - 9All God'S Children3.66 score3.5(11)
2540 Pulaski Highway, Columbia, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
All God's Children receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise caring staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and a nurturing Christ-centered environment. However, negative reviews report serious concerns including unexplained injuries, inadequate supervision, poor hygiene practices, billing disputes, and insufficient support for children with special needs.
Caring and attentive staffclean facilityengaging activities and craftsthemed weeks
Rating Distribution
Based on 18 daycares with Google ratings in Columbia
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 146 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Columbia, based on parent reviews
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Columbia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38401 | 35 | 4.49 | 13 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Columbia (13–140 children)
Small
up to 30 children
9
Medium
31–75 children
15
Large
76–150 children
10
Very Large
150+ children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Columbia based on parent reviews
Little Rascals Daycare
96 Pawnee Trail, Columbia, TN
Little Rascals Daycare in Columbia, Tennessee receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, engaged staff who treat children like family, and report that their children are excited to attend and thrive developmentally. Families express confidence in their children's safety and well-being, with many maintaining emotional connections to the center long after their children move on to school.
Children'S Corner Of Columbia, LLC
1002 Carmack Blvd., Columbia, TN
Reviewers describe the staff as friendly, caring, and attentive, with one parent noting that their daughter enjoys the nursery environment. Another parent highlights the director, Ms. Cindi, as a positive leadership figure.
Children'S Corner Academy, INC South
2402 Highland Ave, Columbia, TN
Parents highlight the friendly and caring staff, noting that teachers are attentive and create a happy environment for children. The director is also praised for her leadership and support.
Children'S Corner Academy, INC North
2400 Highland Ave, Columbia, TN
Parents highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff, noting that children enjoy the nursery environment and often smile around the team. The director is also specifically praised for her great leadership.
Blessed Beginnings
2505 Campbellsville Pk, Columbia, TN
Blessed Beginnings is highly praised by parents for its caring and supportive staff. The center offers both childcare and lactation consulting services, with parents particularly appreciating the personalized attention and Christian-based environment. All recent reviewers expressed strong satisfaction with their experiences.
Hugging Arms Daycare Center, LLC
419 Canaan Road, Columbia, TN
Hugging Arms Daycare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, owner Angela's passion for children, and the facility's cleanliness and outdoor activities. One parent reported a significant communication issue regarding their child's suspension/expulsion, citing misleading information that resulted in unexpected time off work.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Columbia, Tennessee
There are 16 child daycare & preschools in Columbia, Tennessee, making up 46% of the 35 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Columbia have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 across 18 rated facilities, with 72% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 146 parent reviews. Parents in Columbia most frequently praise daycares for friendly staff, caring teachers, and attentive care.
When choosing a daycare in Columbia, 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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Reviewers describe the staff as friendly, caring, and attentive, with one parent noting that their daughter enjoys the nursery environment. Another parent highlights the director, Ms. Cindi, as a positive leadership figure.
- Address
- 1002 Carmack Blvd., Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 223-8968
Parents highlight the friendly and caring staff, noting that teachers are attentive and create a happy environment for children. The director is also praised for her leadership and support.
- Address
- 2402 Highland Ave, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 381-4440
Parents highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff, noting that children enjoy the nursery environment and often smile around the team. The director is also specifically praised for her great leadership.
- Address
- 2400 Highland Ave, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 381-4440
Little Rascals Daycare in Columbia, Tennessee receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, engaged staff who treat children like family, and report that their children are excited to attend and thrive developmentally. Families express confidence in their children's safety and well-being, with many maintaining emotional connections to the center long after their children move on to school.
- Address
- 96 Pawnee Trail, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 840-4967
Blessed Beginnings is highly praised by parents for its caring and supportive staff. The center offers both childcare and lactation consulting services, with parents particularly appreciating the personalized attention and Christian-based environment. All recent reviewers expressed strong satisfaction with their experiences.
- Address
- 2505 Campbellsville Pk, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 381-1008
Hugging Arms Daycare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, owner Angela's passion for children, and the facility's cleanliness and outdoor activities. One parent reported a significant communication issue regarding their child's suspension/expulsion, citing misleading information that resulted in unexpected time off work.
- Address
- 419 Canaan Road, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 325-5505
All God's Children receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise caring staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and a nurturing Christ-centered environment. However, negative reviews report serious concerns including unexplained injuries, inadequate supervision, poor hygiene practices, billing disputes, and insufficient support for children with special needs.
- Address
- 2540 Pulaski Highway, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 548-2305
One parent expresses strong satisfaction with the staff's treatment of their child, while another provides a scathing critique alleging neglect and poor management. The contrasting experiences highlight a significant divide in perceived quality and care standards.
- Address
- 900 Trotwood Avenue, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 388-0292
Several parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, knowledgeable teachers, and welcoming staff, describing the experience as family-oriented. However, one review alleges severe discrimination based on religious and ethnic background, including isolating a child from class activities.
- Address
- 285 Bear Creek Pike, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 224-4252
- Address
- 1188 Marcy Hoover Drive, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 388-4373
Reviews are highly polarized. Some parents praise the staff as kind and professional, with strong academic support through daily tutoring. Others report serious concerns about facility cleanliness, staff conduct, inadequate programming, and poor supervision.
- Address
- 653 Bear Creek Pike, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 540-1032
- Address
- 814 Blackburn Lane, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 380-2848
One parent highlights the top-notch staff who genuinely care for students and keep them engaged and active. The reviewer also notes extreme satisfaction with the care provided and appreciates the convenience of the new electronic parking payment system.
- Address
- 209 Wayne Street, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 540-0065
- Address
- 1201 Mapleash Drive, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 388-0556
Parents highlight the office staff as caring and professional, noting that they prioritize children's safety and well-being while maintaining appropriate boundaries. Reviewers describe the environment as loving and supportive, with specific praise for intentional care of infants and clear, reassuring communication with parents.
- Address
- 1219 Trotwood Avenue, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 380-2920
Reviews are polarized with stark contrasts. Positive reviewers praise the staff's kindness, competitive rates, and academic tutoring support. Negative reviewers report serious concerns including pest infestations, inadequate snacks, lack of programming, unprofessional director conduct, and insufficient supervision.
- Address
- 210 West 8th Street, Columbia, TN
- Phone
- (931) 490-9401 EXT 2622
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- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Tennessee)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
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- Child Daycare & Preschools — 16 facilities
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