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Best Headstart Programs in Dayton, TN

Compare 2 headstart programs in Dayton. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dayton, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.15/5
Parent reviews
7
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Dayton offers 2 licensed headstart programs, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.15/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dayton

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
    Bright Beginnings Academy
    3.62 score
    3.3(6)

    861 Manufacturers Rd., Dayton, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 163 children

    Bright Beginnings Academy receives mixed reviews with significant variation in experiences. Positive reviews praise cleanliness, staff kindness, real-time communication, and educational engagement. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about child safety, staff conduct, and health monitoring.

    Clean and organized facilityattentive and patient staffreal-time app updates with photosthree meals daily

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Dayton

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dayton zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
373216
4.15
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dayton (13–163 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Dayton based on parent reviews

Head Start Rhea County

5(1)

1655 Blythe Ferry Rd, Dayton, TN

One parent who attended the program as a child notes that they survived their time there, implying the care was adequate. The feedback is limited to this single anecdotal experience.

survival of the child

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Daycare types in Dayton

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Headstart Programs in Dayton, Tennessee

There are 2 headstart programs in Dayton, Tennessee, making up 33% of the 6 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 Dayton have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 7 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dayton, 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 Dayton

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Head Start Rhea County
Headstart Programs
5

One parent who attended the program as a child notes that they survived their time there, implying the care was adequate. The feedback is limited to this single anecdotal experience.

survival of the child
Address
1655 Blythe Ferry Rd, Dayton, TN
Phone
(423) 775-7723
Dayton Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
585 Richland Street, Dayton, TN
Phone
(423) 428-9698

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Dayton, Tennessee, out of 6 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 Dayton have an average Google rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dayton, 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
Dayton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Dayton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dayton 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.