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Best Headstart Programs in Paris, TN

Compare 3 headstart programs in Paris. Average rating: 4.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Paris, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.47/5
Parent reviews
57
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Paris has 3 licensed headstart programs with 57 parent reviews averaging 4.47/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 38242 zip code, averaging 4.47 stars across 18 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Paris

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
    Tennessee Valley Community Church Presch
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    2500 E. Wood St., Paris, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 52 children

    All reviews are 5/5 stars and praise the church's worship services, pastoral leadership, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents describe feeling at home and spiritually fulfilled by the preaching, praise music, and inclusive congregation. The facility emphasizes biblical teaching and community outreach.

    Welcoming and inclusive communitypassionate worship servicesknowledgeable pastoral leadershipuplifting praise music
  2. 2
    Holy Cross Preschool
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1210 East Wood St., Paris, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    Holy Cross Preschool is a religious facility in Paris, Tennessee with excellent ratings. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, and quality teaching. One parent specifically mentioned their 5-year-old has great teachers at the school.

    Welcoming and friendly communitykind and genuine staffbeautiful church architectureexcellent teachers
  3. 3
    Joyland Christian Preschool
    3.88 score
    3.8(7)

    800 East Wood Street, Paris, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 50 children

    Joyland Christian Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth and care, with parents reporting their children are happy and well-communicated with. However, two negative reviews describe concerning incidents involving child dismissal after one day, medical needs not being respected, and staff unprofessionalism that contradicted the facility's Christian values.

    Sweet and caring staffwelcoming atmospheregood communication with parents about daily activitiespatient with child transitions

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Paris

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
4 daycares · 1 rated

Church Daycare

4.33avg rating
4 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Paris zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3824218
4.47
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Paris (16–250 children)

Small

up to 30 children

6

Medium

31–75 children

9

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

Map

Daycare types in Paris

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 3Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 4

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Headstart Programs in Paris, Tennessee

There are 3 headstart programs in Paris, Tennessee, making up 17% of the 18 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 Paris have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 57 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Paris, 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 Paris

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Paris Ssd Pre K/Head Start #1
Headstart Programs
Address
115 South Wilson Street, Paris, TN
Phone
(731) 642-8011 EXT 2042
Paris Ssd Pre-K/Head Start #2
Headstart Programs
Address
115 South Wilson Street, Paris, TN
Phone
(731) 642-8011 EXT 2042
Paris Ssd Pre-K/Head Start #3
Headstart Programs
Address
115 South Wilson Street, Paris, TN
Phone
(731) 642-8011 EXT 2042

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 headstart programs daycares in Paris, Tennessee, out of 18 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 Paris have an average Google rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Paris, 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
Paris offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 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 Paris for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Paris 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.