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Best Headstart Programs in Crossville, TN

Compare 2 headstart programs in Crossville. Average rating: 4.06/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Crossville, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.06/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Crossville has 2 licensed headstart programs with 53 parent reviews averaging 4.06/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 38555 zip code, averaging 4.43 stars across 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Crossville

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
    Home Away From Home Pinewood
    4.22 score
    4.4(6)

    115 Pinewood, Crossville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Home Away from Home Pinewood receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, quality early learning programs, and strong preparation for kindergarten. Families appreciate the loving and understanding approach to childcare.

    Dedicated and hardworking teachersloving and friendly staffquality early learning educationexcellent kindergarten preparation
  2. 2
    Lil Punkin Childcare
    4 score
    4(12)

    27 Penny Lane, Crossville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    Lil Punkin Childcare receives overwhelming praise from most parents, with 8 five-star reviews highlighting the caring staff, clean facility, and kindergarten-readiness curriculum. However, two one-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff behavior, lack of communication, and mishandling of behavioral issues.

    Caring and nurturing staffclean facilitykindergarten preparation curriculumstrong communication (Brightwheel updates)
  3. 3
    Bright Futures
    3.56 score
    3.2(6)

    60 Lawson Drive, Crossville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 60 children

    Bright Futures receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviewers praise the owner's 30+ years of experience, educational background, and quality child care, attributing negative reviews to parents upset over facility rules. However, negative reviewers report serious concerns including alleged cash payment theft, dismissive communication, and unprofessional spot-holding practices.

    experienced owner with 30+ years in childcare and education degreechildren reported to be well-cared for and lovedlong-term parents reportedly satisfied

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Crossville

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

2.9avg rating
8 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.15avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

3avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Crossville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3855513
4.43
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Crossville (20–250 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

6

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Crossville based on parent reviews

Crossville Head Start

5(2)

1831 East First Street, Crossville, TN

One parent describes the staff as kind and supportive, highlighting effective communication with both parents and children. Another review simply characterizes the program as a great option for young children.

kind and supportive staffeffective communication with parents and childrensuitable for young children

Home Away From Home Ccc And Head Start

5

18 Obed Street, Crossville, TN

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Daycare types in Crossville

Child Daycare & Preschools 6Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 8

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Headstart Programs in Crossville, Tennessee

There are 2 headstart programs in Crossville, Tennessee, making up 11% of the 18 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 Crossville have an average rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 38% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Crossville, 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 Crossville

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Home Away From Home Ccc And Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
18 Obed Street, Crossville, TN
Phone
(931) 484-3238
Crossville Head Start
Headstart Programs
5

One parent describes the staff as kind and supportive, highlighting effective communication with both parents and children. Another review simply characterizes the program as a great option for young children.

kind and supportive staffeffective communication with parents and childrensuitable for young children
Address
1831 East First Street, Crossville, TN
Phone
(931) 484-4114

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Crossville, Tennessee, out of 18 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 Crossville have an average Google rating of 4.06 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 38% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Crossville, 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
Crossville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 8 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 Crossville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Crossville 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.