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Best Before or After School Daycare in Dunlap, TN

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Dunlap. Average rating: 4.53/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Dunlap, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.53/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Dunlap has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.53/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 37327 zip code, averaging 4.53 stars across 6 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dunlap

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
    Doodlebugs Nursery And Preschool
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    15175 Rankin Avenue, Dunlap, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 68 children

    Doodlebugs Nursery and Preschool in Dunlap, Tennessee has received mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and nurturing environment. However, one negative review criticized management absence, staff turnover, disorganization, and concerns about school readiness preparation.

    caring and knowledgeable staffstrong educational curriculumsmooth transition for new studentsclean and organized facility
  2. 2
    Happy Times Day Care
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    15105 Rankin Avenue, Dunlap, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Happy Times Day Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who have used the center for multiple years. Parents consistently praise the quality of instruction, caring staff, structured curriculum, and school-like environment that prepares children for kindergarten and beyond.

    Dedicated and caring teachersstrong curriculum including infant programsschool-like structureregular parent communication

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Dunlap

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.37avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Dunlap zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
373276
4.53
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Dunlap (32–99 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Map

Daycare types in Dunlap

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

Before or After School Daycare in Dunlap, Tennessee

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Dunlap, Tennessee, making up 17% of the 6 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 Dunlap have an average rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Dunlap, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Before or After School Daycare in Dunlap

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Sequatchie County Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
173 Jones Drive, Dunlap, TN
Phone
(423) 949-2105

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Dunlap, Tennessee, out of 6 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 Dunlap have an average Google rating of 4.53 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Dunlap, 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
Dunlap offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Dunlap for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Dunlap 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.