Best Headstart Programs in Memphis, TN

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Memphis

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

   Porter-Leath Early Learning Academy

   4.72 score

   4.9(20)

   628 Alice Ave, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 330 children

   Porter-Leath Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and evidence-based educational approach. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the hands-on activities, family support, and professional facility. The center is noted as high-quality childcare that is difficult to find in the Memphis area.

   Caring and compassionate teachersexperienced and professional staffevidence-based instructioncontinuing education for staff
2. 2

   Sharing God"S Love Learning Center #2

   4.71 score

   5(12)

   1112 East Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children

   Sharing God's Love Learning Center #2 receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Children are happy, comfortable, and treated like family members. Parents praise the staff's friendliness and respectfulness, with many noting their children no longer cry at drop-off and some have attended for years.

   Caring and respectful staffchildren feel like familychildren are happy and don't cry at drop-offlong-term attendance
3. 3

   Sharing God'S Love Learning Center

   4.71 score

   5(12)

   5095 Millbranch, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

   Parents consistently praise Sharing God's Love Learning Center for its warm, family-like environment and caring staff. Children are reportedly happy to attend and reluctant to leave, with many families maintaining long-term enrollment. Staff members are described as friendly, respectful, and providing excellent care.

   Caring and respectful stafffamily-like atmospherechildren happy at drop-off and pick-uplong-term parent satisfaction
4. 4

   Magic Kidz Learning Center

   4.64 score

   5(9)

   3363 Park Ave, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

   Parents consistently praise Magic Kidz Learning Center for its caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Children show measurable academic progress and developmental gains, including language learning. Multiple families have remained with the center for extended periods, reflecting high satisfaction and trust.

   Caring and loving staffclean classroomsstrong academic curriculum and lesson plansbilingual education (Spanish)
5. 5

   Abundance Of Love Enrichment Center

   4.64 score

   5(9)

   436 E. Raines Rd., Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

   Parents consistently praise Abundance of Love Enrichment Center for its caring staff, clean and organized environment, and focus on child development and education. Multiple reviewers highlight noticeable improvements in their children's social skills and confidence, along with personable leadership and reasonable pricing. All reviews are 5-star ratings with strong recommendations.

   caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityeducational environment and resourceschild development focus
6. 6

   Destination Education

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   4984 Raleigh Lagrange Road, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children

   Destination Education receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, particularly teacher Ms. Regina (Ms. Gigi), strong child development outcomes, and a caring, clean environment with Christian values.

   Warm and welcoming staffdedicated teachers with genuine care for childrenchild developmental growthdaily communication and photo updates with parents
7. 7

   The Academy Childcare Center

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   1639 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

   Parents consistently praise The Academy Childcare Center for its caring, patient teachers and strong developmental outcomes. Multiple reviews highlight excellent communication through daily pictures and curriculum updates, with directors and staff described as accessible and professional. First-time parents particularly appreciate the peace of mind and emotional support provided by the facility.

   Caring and patient teachersdevelopmental progress and growthdaily pictures and curriculum updatesengaging activities and fall festival
8. 8

   Lindenwood Christian Ccc/As Program

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   2400 Union Ave., Memphis, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 396 children

   Lindenwood Christian CCC/AS Program in Memphis receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who describe it as a caring, family-like community. Parents praise the warm, passionate staff, safe environment, enriching curriculum, and convenient hours. Multiple families report that their children thrived emotionally and academically, with many expressing difficulty leaving the center when relocating.

   Warmcaringand passionate teachers and stafffamily-like at
9. 9

   Hope House Day Care Center

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   23 South Idlewild, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children

   Hope House Day Care Center receives consistently high praise with all 5-star ratings. Parents and visitors highlight the welcoming, professional staff who are attentive and supportive. The facility is described as a caring community organization dedicated to helping and uplifting people.

   Amazing staffwelcoming environmentprofessional servicegood listening skills
10. 10

    Precious Faces Learning Academy

    4.64 score

    4.8(20)

    256 E. Mclemore Ave., Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children

    Precious Faces Learning Academy is a 3D ultrasound facility (not a traditional daycare) that receives consistently excellent feedback from expecting parents. Clients praise the welcoming atmosphere, professional staff, and high-quality imaging services. The technician Astred is frequently highlighted for her patience, kindness, and dedication to capturing quality photos.

    Warm and welcoming atmospherepatient and knowledgeable staffhigh-quality ultrasound imagesc

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