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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Union City, TN

Compare 6 child daycare & preschools in Union City. Average rating: 4.09/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Union City, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
6
Avg rating
4.09/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Union City offers 6 licensed child daycare & preschools, 8 of which have public ratings averaging 4.09/5.The largest concentration is in 38261 with 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Union 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.

  1. 1
    First Baptist Kare Bear
    4.18 score
    4.3(8)

    500 East Church Street, Union City, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 160 children

    The reviews appear to be primarily for the church itself rather than the daycare program. Most reviewers praise the welcoming community, worship experience, and Christian fellowship. However, there are concerns raised about the organization's charitable work and support for those in need.

    Friendly and welcoming membersbeautiful facilitiesgood pastormodern amenities like large screens for Bible reading

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Union City

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Union City, based on parent reviews

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
6 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.78avg rating
6 daycares · 5 rated

Church Daycare

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Union City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3826113
3.96
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Union City (20–250 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

4

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Union City based on parent reviews

First Friends Preschool

5(2)

420 East Main Street, Union City, TN

Parents highlight the center's excellent communication and ability to manage specific medical needs, such as eye patching, while noting that children enjoy the Christian environment and holiday events. Staff are described as responsive and caring, with one parent noting their child's excitement to attend and frequent discussions about teachers.

helpful with medical needsclear daily communicationengaging holiday parties

The Pumpkin Patch

2.4

1811 Old Troy Road, Union City, TN

Little Lambs Learning Center, LLC II

5

718 East Vine Street, Union City, TN

Little Lambs Learning Center, LLC I

3.7(2)

2215 East Reelfoot Ave., Union City, TN

One parent highlights that Mrs. Charity conducts daily facility checks, while another describes the center as very unprofessional, citing difficulties reaching staff and an often-unanswered phone line.

daily facility checks by staff

Children'S Corner Day Care Center

2.8(2)

1411 Oak Street, Union City, TN

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness and friendly staff, while another reports severe neglect, including hearing staff yell at children and allowing a toddler to cry for extended periods without comfort. These conflicting experiences suggest a wide variance in care quality and emotional responsiveness.

Clean environmentFriendly staff

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Daycare types in Union City

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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Union City, Tennessee

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Union City, Tennessee, making up 43% of the 14 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 Union City have an average rating of 4.09 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Union 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 Union City

Showing 6 results

Little Lambs Learning Center, LLC II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
718 East Vine Street, Union City, TN
Phone
(731) 886-8650
First Friends Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's excellent communication and ability to manage specific medical needs, such as eye patching, while noting that children enjoy the Christian environment and holiday events. Staff are described as responsive and caring, with one parent noting their child's excitement to attend and frequent discussions about teachers.

helpful with medical needsclear daily communicationengaging holiday parties
Address
420 East Main Street, Union City, TN
Phone
(731) 885-9813
Little Lambs Learning Center, LLC I
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

One parent highlights that Mrs. Charity conducts daily facility checks, while another describes the center as very unprofessional, citing difficulties reaching staff and an often-unanswered phone line.

daily facility checks by staff
Address
2215 East Reelfoot Ave., Union City, TN
Phone
(731) 885-0290
Children'S Corner Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.8

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness and friendly staff, while another reports severe neglect, including hearing staff yell at children and allowing a toddler to cry for extended periods without comfort. These conflicting experiences suggest a wide variance in care quality and emotional responsiveness.

Clean environmentFriendly staff
Address
1411 Oak Street, Union City, TN
Phone
(731) 885-1992
The Pumpkin Patch
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.4
Address
1811 Old Troy Road, Union City, TN
Phone
(731) 884-1005
Small World Child Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1733 Old Rives Road, Union City, TN
Phone
(731) 885-8870

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Union City, Tennessee, out of 14 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 Union City have an average Google rating of 4.09 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Union City, 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
Union City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Union City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Union City 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.