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Best Headstart Programs in Fayetteville, TN

Compare 2 headstart programs in Fayetteville. Average rating: 4.05/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fayetteville, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.05/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Fayetteville has 2 licensed headstart programs with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.05/5.The largest concentration is in 37334 with 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fayetteville

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 Presbyterian Church Child Care
    4.55 score
    4.9(8)

    101 Mulberry Avenue, Fayetteville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    First Presbyterian Church Child Care receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the friendly and welcoming staff, clean facilities, and Christian environment. Families report their children enjoy attending and appreciate the church community atmosphere.

    friendly staffwelcoming environmentclean facilitiesgood parking and access
  2. 2
    Harmony Hill Child Care Center
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    3061 Huntsville Highway, Fayetteville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

    Harmony Hill Child Care Center receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and communicative staff, safe environment, and welcoming atmosphere that helps children thrive.

    Loving and caring staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and secure facilitystaff go above and beyond

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Fayetteville

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.65avg rating
4 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

1avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fayetteville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3733415
4.05
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fayetteville (23–135 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

7

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fayetteville based on parent reviews

Lincoln County Early Head Start

1(1)

111 Shelbyville Highway, Fayetteville, TN

One parent describes this Head Start program as a terrible place for childcare, citing significant neglect regarding dietary and special needs accommodations. The reviewer also reports that staff fail to take potty training seriously, requiring children to wear diapers despite being trained.

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Daycare types in Fayetteville

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 2Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 7

Headstart Programs in Fayetteville, Tennessee

There are 2 headstart programs in Fayetteville, Tennessee, making up 13% of the 15 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 Fayetteville have an average rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fayetteville, 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 Fayetteville

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Lincoln County Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
1

One parent describes this Head Start program as a terrible place for childcare, citing significant neglect regarding dietary and special needs accommodations. The reviewer also reports that staff fail to take potty training seriously, requiring children to wear diapers despite being trained.

Address
111 Shelbyville Highway, Fayetteville, TN
Phone
(931) 297-5095
Amana Avenue Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
506 Amana Avenue, Fayetteville, TN
Phone
(931) 438-0397

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 headstart programs daycares in Fayetteville, Tennessee, out of 15 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 Fayetteville have an average Google rating of 4.05 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Fayetteville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fayetteville 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.