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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lexington, TN

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Lexington. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lexington, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.06/5
Parent reviews
11
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Lexington offers 6 licensed child daycare & preschools, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.06/5.The largest concentration is in 38351 with 11 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lexington

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
    Kids Club
    3.3 score
    2.6(5)

    810 Natchez Trace Drive, Lexington, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    Kids Club receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Some parents praise the teachers and staff for being caring and trustworthy, while others report serious concerns about the director's professionalism, inconsistent policy enforcement, high staff turnover, and inadequate response to child safety issues.

    caring and trusted teachersstaff good with childrenat least one teacher (Renee) specifically praised

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Lexington

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.03avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Headstart Programs

4.2avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lexington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3835111
4.06
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lexington (16–150 children)

Small

up to 30 children

4

Medium

31–75 children

2

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lexington based on parent reviews

Learn-A-Lot Preschool

5

490 S. Broad St., Lexington, TN

Little Acorn Learning Center

5

59 North Main Street, Lexington, TN

Imagination Station Learning Center

3.5(3)

49 N. Main Street, Lexington, TN

One parent describes the facility and staff positively, while other reviewers report severe dissatisfaction, alleging that the center refuses enrollment for children with special needs and attempts to retain prepaid tuition without providing services. Additional feedback warns that the program's actual experience does not match its appearance.

awesome facilitysupportive staff

Kids Club

2.6(5)

810 Natchez Trace Drive, Lexington, TN

Kids Club receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Some parents praise the teachers and staff for being caring and trustworthy, while others report serious concerns about the director's professionalism, inconsistent policy enforcement, high staff turnover, and inadequate response to child safety issues.

caring and trusted teachersstaff good with childrenat least one teacher (Renee) specifically praised

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Daycare types in Lexington

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lexington, Tennessee

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Lexington, Tennessee, making up 50% of the 12 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 Lexington have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.2 stars. Our analysis covers 11 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lexington, 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 Lexington

Showing 6 results

Learn-A-Lot Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
490 S. Broad St., Lexington, TN
Phone
(731) 968-8055
Little Acorn Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
59 North Main Street, Lexington, TN
Phone
(731) 967-1221
Imagination Station Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

One parent describes the facility and staff positively, while other reviewers report severe dissatisfaction, alleging that the center refuses enrollment for children with special needs and attempts to retain prepaid tuition without providing services. Additional feedback warns that the program's actual experience does not match its appearance.

awesome facilitysupportive staff
Address
49 N. Main Street, Lexington, TN
Phone
(731) 651-0132
Kids Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.6

Kids Club receives mixed reviews with stark contrasts between experiences. Some parents praise the teachers and staff for being caring and trustworthy, while others report serious concerns about the director's professionalism, inconsistent policy enforcement, high staff turnover, and inadequate response to child safety issues.

caring and trusted teachersstaff good with childrenat least one teacher (Renee) specifically praised
Address
810 Natchez Trace Drive, Lexington, TN
Phone
(731) 967-5444
South Haven School Leap
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5455 Hwy 22, Lexington, TN
Phone
(731) 968-6890
Esther'S Montessori Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
67b West Church St, Lexington, TN
Phone
(731) 968-0664

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lexington, Tennessee, out of 12 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lexington have an average Google rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lexington, 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
Lexington offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 5 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 Lexington for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lexington 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.