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Best Headstart Programs in Manchester, TN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Manchester. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Manchester, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
38
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Manchester has 1 licensed headstart programs with 38 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 71% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 37355 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 19 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Manchester

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 Methodist Christian Learning
    4.65 score
    4.9(13)

    105 North Church Street, Manchester, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

    First Methodist Christian Learning Center in Manchester, Tennessee receives consistently high praise from reviewers. Parents and community members highlight the welcoming atmosphere, quality pre-K program, and caring staff. The facility is noted as having the best preschool program in Coffee County.

    welcoming and friendly environmentexcellent pre-K programcaring and quality staffspiritual atmosphere
  2. 2
    The Learning Ladder, INC.
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    47 Hillcrest Rd., Manchester, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    The Learning Ladder receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, strong communication, and balanced approach to academics and play. One negative review raises concerns about the director's handling of parental feedback and adherence to policies.

    caring and dedicated staffexcellent communicationstrong academic and social developmentbalanced structure and play-based learning
  3. 3
    Coffee County Child Care Center
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    707 Oak Drive, Manchester, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 53 children

    Coffee County Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with particular praise for caring and sweet staff. Parents report their children enjoy attending and appreciate the affordable pricing. One review was minimal and one gave a lower rating without explanation.

    caring staffchildren enjoy attendingaffordable pricinggood care from age 1+
  4. 4
    Temple Baptist Christian Preschool
    3.95 score
    3.9(5)

    66 Fairlane Drive, Manchester, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 13 children

    Temple Baptist Christian Preschool in Manchester, Tennessee has mixed reviews. Most reviewers express appreciation for the church and school community, citing kind and nice staff. However, some reviewers expressed strong disapproval of the facility's marketing and outreach methods.

    kind and nice staffgood school environmentwelcoming church community

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Manchester

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
12 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.47avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

4.4avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Manchester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3735519
4.53
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Manchester (13–99 children)

Small

up to 30 children

8

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Manchester based on parent reviews

Manchester Head Start

5

1200 Oakdale St., Manchester, TN

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Daycare types in Manchester

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 12

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Headstart Programs in Manchester, Tennessee

There are 1 headstart programs in Manchester, Tennessee, making up 5% of the 19 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 Manchester have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 71% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 38 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Manchester, 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 Manchester

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Manchester Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1200 Oakdale St., Manchester, TN
Phone
(931) 728-7756

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Manchester, Tennessee, out of 19 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 Manchester have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 71% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Manchester, 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
Manchester offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 12 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 Manchester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Manchester 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.