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4 Child Daycare & Preschools in Elizabethton, Tennessee

Browse all 4 child daycare & preschools in Elizabethton, Tennessee. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

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

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Elizabethton based on parent reviews

Eastside Day Care & Learning Center

3(4)

206 Old Siam Road, Elizabethton, TN

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Daycare types in Elizabethton

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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Elizabethton, Tennessee

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Elizabethton, Tennessee, making up 20% of the 20 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.

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 Child Daycare & Preschools in Elizabethton

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Eastside Day Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
206 Old Siam Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 542-5768
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
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

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Elizabethton, Tennessee, out of 20 total childcare facilities in the city. 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.