Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Johnson City, TN
Compare 15 child daycare & preschools in Johnson City. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Johnson City, Tennessee at a glance
- Programs
- 15
- Avg rating
- 4.3/5
- Parent reviews
- 208
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 15
Johnson City has 15 licensed child daycare & preschools with 208 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.15 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 56% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 37601 with 23 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Johnson City
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.
- 1Boones Creek Child Dev. Center4.55 score4.7(19)
1806 Old Gray Station Rd, Johnson City, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Boones Creek Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and passionate staff, safe and clean environment, balanced curriculum, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos.
Caring and attentive staffclean and organized classroomsbalanced curriculum mixing learning with playexcellent communication via Procare app and daily photos - 2Sundale Preschool4.48 score4.6(20)
2106 Sundale Rd., Johnson City, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Sundale Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, dedicated teachers, engaging curriculum including art and outdoor activities, and strong communication throughout the day. Multiple parents highlight the center's effectiveness with developmental milestones and potty training support.
Caring and loving teachersconsistent daily communication with photos and activity updatesengaging curriculum with art and outdoor activitiessupportive potty training assistance - 3First Christian Church Preschool4.48 score4.6(20)
200 Mountcastle Drive, Johnson City, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
All reviews are 5-star ratings praising First Christian Church as a welcoming worship community. Reviewers consistently highlight the friendly atmosphere, quality of services, and sense of belonging. No reviews specifically address the preschool program or childcare services.
Welcoming and inclusive atmospherefriendly peoplequality worship services (both traditional and contemporary)diverse age groups - 4First Presbyterian Church Preschool4.46 score4.6(17)
105 South Boone Street, Johnson City, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children
This facility appears to be a church rather than an active daycare center. Reviews reflect positive experiences with the church's community events, worship services, and hospitality, but do not contain parent feedback about preschool or childcare services.
Welcoming and friendly communityspiritual atmospheresupports local organizations and those in needhosts community events and concerts - 5Wesley Memorial Umc Preschool4.45 score4.7(9)
225 Princeton Road, Johnson City, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 72 children
Wesley Memorial UMC Preschool is a religious facility in Johnson City, Tennessee with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming and friendly atmosphere, with multiple reviews highlighting the sincere and nice staff. The facility offers various programs for different ages.
welcoming environmentfriendly staffsincere peopleinviting atmosphere - 6Kinder Care Learning Centers, LLC4.4 score4.5(20)
906 Sunset Drive, Johnson City, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Johnson City for its caring, friendly staff and positive impact on their children's development. Multiple reviews highlight improvements in speech, social skills, and confidence, along with effective communication through photos and updates. Parents feel their children are safe, engaged, and excited to attend daily.
Caring and warm staffcertified teachersstructured curriculumin-house meals - 7Central Baptist Preschool4.29 score4.4(14)
300 North Roan Street, Johnson City, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 199 children
Central Baptist Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents and church members. Reviews highlight the welcoming and kind community, strong music programs, and faith-based values. One parent specifically praised the daycare services and a teacher named Ms. Robin.
Kind and welcoming staffstrong music programsfaith-based environmentcommunity involvement in missions and outreach - 8Munsey Memorial Preschool4.24 score4.3(20)
201 S. Roan Street, Johnson City, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 110 children
Reviews praise Munsey Memorial Preschool for its welcoming community, friendly staff, and spiritual environment. Parents highlight excellent programs for multiple age groups, quality music and worship experiences, and community involvement. The facility is described as inclusive and supportive.
Welcoming and friendly staffspiritual growth opportunitiesexcellent music programsprograms for all ages - 9Small Steps Children'S Academy4.21 score4.3(11)
1201 East Chilhowie Ave., Johnson City, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Small Steps Children's Academy receives mostly 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, creative activities, and positive learning environment. However, two 1-star reviews cite concerns about supervision, staff attentiveness, communication about incidents, and expensive late pickup fees.
Caring and dedicated staffcreative arts and crafts activitieslearning and developmental supportclean and well-maintained facility - 10Fairmont Elementary Pre-K4 score4(8)
1405 Lester Harris Road, Johnson City, TN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 40 children
Fairmont Elementary Pre-K receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the kind and caring staff, while a minority report serious concerns about food quality, staff friendliness, communication, and special needs accommodations.
Kind and caring staffnice teachersgood overall experience for many children
Rating Distribution
Based on 27 daycares with Google ratings in Johnson City
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Johnson City, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Johnson City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 37604 | 20 | 4.38 | 10 | |
| 37601 | 23 | 4.27 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Johnson City (20–200 children)
Small
up to 30 children
8
Medium
31–75 children
13
Large
76–150 children
23
Very Large
150+ children
2
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Johnson City based on parent reviews
Boones Creek Child Dev. Center
1806 Old Gray Station Rd, Johnson City, TN
Boones Creek Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and passionate staff, safe and clean environment, balanced curriculum, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos.
Sundale Preschool
2106 Sundale Rd., Johnson City, TN
Sundale Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, dedicated teachers, engaging curriculum including art and outdoor activities, and strong communication throughout the day. Multiple parents highlight the center's effectiveness with developmental milestones and potty training support.
Kinder Care Learning Centers, LLC
906 Sunset Drive, Johnson City, TN
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Johnson City for its caring, friendly staff and positive impact on their children's development. Multiple reviews highlight improvements in speech, social skills, and confidence, along with effective communication through photos and updates. Parents feel their children are safe, engaged, and excited to attend daily.
Playstation
1006 South Broadway, Johnson City, TN
One parent describes the center as fun with varied activities and spiritual discussions, while another highlights the welcoming and secure environment for all individuals.
Shining Stars Christian Learning Center
2615 South Roan Street, Johnson City, TN
Parents highlight the loving and compassionate nature of the owner and staff, noting that they treat children as their own with a focus on individual needs. Reviewers also describe the staff as friendly and incredible with the kids they care for.
Hospitots Child Care Center
1719 West Market Street, Johnson City, TN
One parent describes the center as wonderful and highly recommends it, citing exceptional love and care for their two children. Another review specifically highlights Amber Markin as a hardworking and blessed teacher.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Johnson City, Tennessee
There are 15 child daycare & preschools in Johnson City, Tennessee, making up 33% of the 46 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 Johnson City have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 27 rated facilities, with 56% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.53 stars. Our analysis covers 208 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Johnson City, 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 Johnson City
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- Address
- 128 David Collins Way, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 439-7549
One parent describes the center as fun with varied activities and spiritual discussions, while another highlights the welcoming and secure environment for all individuals.
- Address
- 1006 South Broadway, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 926-5526
- Address
- 709 North Boone St, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 926-8702
Parents highlight the loving and compassionate nature of the owner and staff, noting that they treat children as their own with a focus on individual needs. Reviewers also describe the staff as friendly and incredible with the kids they care for.
- Address
- 2615 South Roan Street, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 928-0029
- Address
- 2101 Signal Drive, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 439-4888
One parent describes the center as wonderful and highly recommends it, citing exceptional love and care for their two children. Another review specifically highlights Amber Markin as a hardworking and blessed teacher.
- Address
- 1719 West Market Street, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 431-6930
Boones Creek Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and passionate staff, safe and clean environment, balanced curriculum, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos.
- Address
- 1806 Old Gray Station Rd, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 283-9453
Sundale Preschool receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, dedicated teachers, engaging curriculum including art and outdoor activities, and strong communication throughout the day. Multiple parents highlight the center's effectiveness with developmental milestones and potty training support.
- Address
- 2106 Sundale Rd., Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 283-9439
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Johnson City for its caring, friendly staff and positive impact on their children's development. Multiple reviews highlight improvements in speech, social skills, and confidence, along with effective communication through photos and updates. Parents feel their children are safe, engaged, and excited to attend daily.
- Address
- 906 Sunset Drive, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 282-4094
Small Steps Children's Academy receives mostly 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, creative activities, and positive learning environment. However, two 1-star reviews cite concerns about supervision, staff attentiveness, communication about incidents, and expensive late pickup fees.
- Address
- 1201 East Chilhowie Ave., Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 928-4686
One parent notes the facility was nearly new and highlights excellent instructors who taught practical skills like welding and electronics. Another review mentions positive social experiences and life skills, though a third points out that cellular service is mostly nonexistent.
- Address
- 251 Cotty Jones Lane, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 794-2264
While one parent highlights the staff's friendliness, reliability, and willingness to assist with emergencies, another reports that the facility is poorly managed with unengaged teachers and inadequate health protocols. This negative experience includes frequent illness outbreaks and a director described as demanding and unhelpful during minor issues.
- Address
- 408 West Market St., Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 926-2221
Princeton Prep Inc. has overwhelmingly positive reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and child development, though two negative reviews cite serious concerns about neglect, inappropriate behavior, and unprofessional administrative practices.
- Address
- 504 Princeton Road, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 283-4549
Tiny Town receives highly polarized reviews. Many parents praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and positive teacher relationships. However, several parents report serious concerns about cleanliness, safety issues including repeated biting incidents, failure to honor dietary restrictions, and an inflexible director who dismissed parental concerns.
- Address
- 1012 Knob Creek Road, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 928-6072
- Address
- 116 Claude Simmons Road, Johnson City, TN
- Phone
- (423) 328-0048
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