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Best Headstart Programs in Kingsport, TN

Compare 5 headstart programs in Kingsport. Average rating: 4.44/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Kingsport, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.44/5
Parent reviews
190
Top rated (4.5+)
10

Kingsport has 5 licensed headstart programs with 190 parent reviews averaging 4.44/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 56% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 37664 (avg 4.44 stars), while 37660 has the largest selection (23 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Kingsport

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 Friends Preschool
    4.7 score
    4.9(17)

    200 W.Church Circle, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

    This facility appears to be a church rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the worship experience, welcoming atmosphere, and community fellowship. No reviews specifically address daycare or preschool services.

    Welcoming and friendly congregationstrong worship experiencebeautiful facilitiesactive ministry and community programs
  2. 2
    Church Circle First Presbyterian
    4.62 score
    4.8(17)

    100 West Church Circle, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    Church Circle First Presbyterian in Kingsport receives consistently high ratings from community members who praise it as a welcoming place of worship with strong programming. Reviewers highlight the congregation's community outreach efforts, quality of services, and support for those in need.

    Community outreach programsfood assistance for homeless and families in needwelcoming atmospherequality choir and musicians
  3. 3
    Colonial Heights Presbyterian Day Sch
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    213 Colonial Heights Road, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

    Parents consistently praise Colonial Heights Presbyterian Day School for exceptional care, nurturing environment, and strong leadership. Director Lisa is frequently mentioned as deeply involved, approachable, and personally engaged with children and families. Staff are described as knowledgeable, caring, and treating children like family.

    Warm and welcoming environmentDirector knows each child by nameApproachable and responsive leadershipTeachers genuinely care
  4. 4
    Christian Life Child Learning Center
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    2401 John B. Dennis Hwy., Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 69 children

    Note: The available reviews are for the church facility rather than the daycare program specifically. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly congregation, and spiritual environment of Christian Life in Kingsport.

    Welcoming and friendly staffloving communityspiritual environmentfamily-oriented
  5. 5
    Cassidy-United Methodist Preschool
    4.41 score
    4.6(11)

    5801 Memorial Blvd., Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 46 children

    Reviews praise Cassidy-United Methodist Preschool as a warm, welcoming, and caring facility with a thoughtful pastor and active community involvement. Parents appreciate the inclusive atmosphere and emphasis on faith-based values and service to others.

    Loving and caring staffwelcoming and inviting environmentstrong spiritual leadershipcommunity involvement and missions
  6. 6
    First Broad Street Child Care Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    200 East Church Circle, Kingsport, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    These reviews appear to be primarily about a church organization rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the facility for its community involvement, welcoming atmosphere, and Christian values, though most comments focus on church services and community programs like food pantries and free haircuts rather than childcare services.

    Friendly staffwelcoming community atmospherestrong Christian valuescommunity outreach programs (food pantry
  7. 7
    Colonial Heights United Methodist
    4.35 score
    4.5(12)

    631 Lebanon Road, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 95 children

    Colonial Heights United Methodist is a religious facility in Kingsport, Tennessee with a 4.5/5 Google rating. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming congregation, friendly pastor, and variety of spiritual and youth activities. One reviewer noted difficulty reaching the minister and felt some members were not inclusive.

    Welcoming and caring congregationfriendly pastor with good memory for namesextensive youth group activitiesspiritual programming for all ages
  8. 8
    Colonial Heights Baptist Child Care
    4.26 score
    4.4(9)

    108 Colonial Heights Road, Kingsport, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 135 children

    Colonial Heights Baptist Child Care receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's care and children's development over many years. Parents appreciate the Christian environment and family atmosphere. However, a few negative reviews mention poor communication about waitlist status and unspecified concerns.

    Excellent and caring stafflong-term quality carechild development and learningChristian/faith-based environment
  9. 9
    Allandale Early Learning, LLC.
    3.64 score
    3.5(13)

    905 University Blvd, Kingsport, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Allandale Early Learning receives highly mixed reviews. Most parents praise the newer management (Paxton and Amanda), staff friendliness, cleanliness, and quality of care, with many giving perfect ratings. However, several parents report concerns about billing accuracy, excessive illness-related dismissals based on questionable temperature readings, insufficient supervision, and poor staff responsiveness to complaints.

    Trustworthy managementfriendly and caring staf

Rating Distribution

Based on 18 daycares with Google ratings in Kingsport

4.5 - 5.0
10
4.0 - 4.4
5
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 190 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Friendly staff
4
2Children enjoy attending
3

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

4.3avg rating
22 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.72avg rating
12 daycares · 9 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.13avg rating
9 daycares · 7 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
5 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Kingsport zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3766414
4.44
2
3766023
4.41
5
376637
4.38
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Kingsport (16–275 children)

Small

up to 30 children

13

Medium

31–75 children

22

Large

76–150 children

12

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Kingsport

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 5Church Daycare 12Before or After School Daycare 22

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🎨 Preschools 5

Headstart Programs in Kingsport, Tennessee

There are 5 headstart programs in Kingsport, Tennessee, making up 10% of the 48 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 Kingsport have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 18 rated facilities, with 56% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.72 stars. Our analysis covers 190 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Kingsport, 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 Kingsport

Showing 5 results

Rock Springs Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1238 Moreland Drive, Kingsport, TN
Phone
(423) 354-1380
Miller Perry Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
904 Fordtown Road, Kingsport, TN
Phone
(423) 354-1760
Dobbins Head Start
Headstart Programs

One parent reports that teachers are careless and the transportation service is unreliable. They note that the bus frequently fails to run without providing adequate notification to families.

Address
301 Louis Street, Kingsport, TN
Phone
(423) 246-6180
Sullivan Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
209 Rosemont St., Kingsport, TN
Phone
(423) 354-1770
Girls INC. Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1100 Girls Place, Kingsport, TN
Phone
(423) 246-6180

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 headstart programs daycares in Kingsport, Tennessee, out of 48 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 Kingsport have an average Google rating of 4.44 out of 5 across 18 rated facilities. About 56% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Kingsport, 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
Kingsport offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 12 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 22 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 Kingsport for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Kingsport 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.