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Best Headstart Programs in Oak Ridge, TN

Compare 1 headstart programs in Oak Ridge. Average rating: 3.69/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Oak Ridge, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.69/5
Parent reviews
84
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Oak Ridge has 1 licensed headstart programs with 84 parent reviews averaging 3.69/5.The largest concentration is in 37830 with 19 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oak Ridge

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
    Emory Valley Early Learning Center
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    728 Emory Valley Road, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

    Emory Valley Early Learning Center receives consistent praise for its professional, caring staff and developmentally appropriate programming. Parents highlight the director's responsiveness, open-door policy, and exceptional support for children with special needs through services like TEIS. The center is noted for creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend.

    Professional and patient staffresponsive directoropen-door policydevelopmentally appropriate curriculum
  2. 2
    Brookside Learning Center
    3.84 score
    3.8(19)

    218 Jefferson Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    Parents consistently praise Brookside Learning Center for its clean facility, staff stability, and attentive care. Multiple reviewers highlight the dedication of specific staff members (Cathy, Jay, Nikki, Amy, Vallie, and Cindy) and note their children are happy and learning. The center is recommended for its safety measures, communication with parents, and caring atmosphere.

    Clean facilityconsistent staff with no turnovercaring and attentive teacherssecurity system and cameras
  3. 3
    Oak Ridge Nursery School
    3.22 score
    2.9(12)

    151 Robertsville Road, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

    Oak Ridge Nursery School has undergone significant recent staffing changes that parents view positively. While multiple recent reviews praise improved management, caring teachers, and family-oriented curriculum, older reviews cite serious concerns about supervision, hygiene, staff turnover, and illness outbreaks.

    Recent staff improvements and new leadershipcaring and dedicated teachers in certain classroomsclean and organized facilityfamily-oriented atmosphere
  4. 4
    Blossom Center For Childhood Excellence
    3.07 score
    2.6(10)

    280 Royce Circle, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Blossom Center for Childhood Excellence receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about safety, medical accommodations, and director responsiveness. While some parents praise staff warmth and developmental activities, multiple parents report serious issues including inadequate handling of medical emergencies, poor hygiene practices, safety concerns, and dismissive leadership.

    Supportive and caring staff membersdevelopmental growth of childrenengaging activitiesflexible scheduling

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Oak Ridge

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Oak Ridge, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.14avg rating
7 daycares · 5 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.5avg rating
6 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.65avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Oak Ridge zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3783019
3.69
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Oak Ridge (16–270 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

8

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Oak Ridge

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 5Before or After School Daycare 6

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🎨 Preschools 3

Headstart Programs in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

There are 1 headstart programs in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge have an average rating of 3.69 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.65 stars. Our analysis covers 84 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge

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Oak Ridge Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1051 Oak Ridge Turnpike, Oak Ridge, TN
Phone
(865) 482-7633

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge have an average Google rating of 3.69 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Oak Ridge, 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
Oak Ridge offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Oak Ridge for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oak Ridge 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.