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Best Headstart Programs in Clinton, TN

Compare 3 headstart programs in Clinton. Average rating: 4.82/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clinton, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.82/5
Parent reviews
12
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Clinton offers 3 licensed headstart programs, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 4.82/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 37716 zip code, averaging 4.82 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clinton

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
    Clinton Early Head Start And Pre-K
    4.4 score
    4.8(5)

    708 N. Main Street, Clinton, TN · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 30 children

    Parents consistently praise Clinton Early Head Start and Pre-K for providing excellent care and learning opportunities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The facility is highlighted for strong security protocols during pickup, attentive staff, and visible developmental progress. Parents express high satisfaction with the program overall.

    Daily learning and skill developmentchild safety and securitystrict pickup verification procedurescaring and awesome staff
  2. 2
    Small Wonders Nursery School, INC.
    4.18 score
    4.3(7)

    98 Mariner Point Drive, Clinton, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Small Wonders Nursery School receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, security measures, and communication with parents. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns including inadequate illness protocols during an RSV outbreak and a significant enrollment booking error.

    Caring and attentive staffsecure facility with key fob access and cameras in all classroomsreal-time updates on child activities and carefair tuition pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Clinton

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.65avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4.9avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Clinton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3771612
4.82
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clinton (18–140 children)

Small

up to 30 children

5

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

4

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clinton based on parent reviews

Clinton Early Head Start And Pre-K

4.8(5)

708 N. Main Street, Clinton, TN

Parents consistently praise Clinton Early Head Start and Pre-K for providing excellent care and learning opportunities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The facility is highlighted for strong security protocols during pickup, attentive staff, and visible developmental progress. Parents express high satisfaction with the program overall.

Daily learning and skill developmentchild safety and securitystrict pickup verification procedures

Acctc Head Start Center

5

140 Maverick Lane, Clinton, TN

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Daycare types in Clinton

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 3Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 5

Headstart Programs in Clinton, Tennessee

There are 3 headstart programs in Clinton, Tennessee, making up 23% of the 13 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 Clinton have an average rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 12 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clinton, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Clinton

Showing 3 results

Acctc Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
5
Address
140 Maverick Lane, Clinton, TN
Phone
(865) 463-2332
Clinton Early Head Start And Pre-K
Headstart Programs
4.8

Parents consistently praise Clinton Early Head Start and Pre-K for providing excellent care and learning opportunities for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. The facility is highlighted for strong security protocols during pickup, attentive staff, and visible developmental progress. Parents express high satisfaction with the program overall.

Daily learning and skill developmentchild safety and securitystrict pickup verification procedures
Address
708 N. Main Street, Clinton, TN
Phone
(865) 463-2833
Grand Oaks Elem Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1033 Oliver Springs Hwy, Clinton, TN
Phone
(865) 463-2833

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Clinton, Tennessee, out of 13 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 Clinton have an average Google rating of 4.82 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clinton, 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
Clinton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Clinton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clinton 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.