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Best Before or After School Daycare in Goodlettsville, TN

Compare 7 before or after school daycare in Goodlettsville. Average rating: 4.72/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Goodlettsville, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.72/5
Parent reviews
46
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Goodlettsville has 7 licensed before or after school daycare with 46 parent reviews averaging 4.72/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 37072 zip code, averaging 4.72 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Goodlettsville

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
    Future Leaders Of Excellence Academy
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    708 Dickerson Pike, Goodlettsville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Parents consistently praise Future Leaders of Excellence Academy for its caring and responsive staff, strong educational curriculum, and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be excited about attending and well-prepared for kindergarten. Director Leslie is specifically highlighted for excellent communication and parent engagement.

    Caring and responsive staffwell-educated teachersstrong academic preparation (readingwriting
  2. 2
    Metro Baptist Preschool
    4.58 score
    4.9(9)

    322 East Cedar Street, Goodlettsville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 81 children

    Metro Baptist Preschool is a religious facility with an exceptionally high rating. Reviews overwhelmingly praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming community, and pastoral leadership, though one reviewer noted that families without children in the school may feel less integrated into the community.

    Strong biblical teachingwelcoming and friendly atmospherepassionate pastorsupportive community
  3. 3
    Learn N Play
    4.38 score
    4.7(6)

    853 Wren Road, Goodlettsville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Learn N Play is highly regarded by parents in the Goodlettsville/Madison area, with most reviews praising the caring staff, involved ownership, and family-centered approach. Children are well-prepared for kindergarten in a safe, nurturing environment. One concern raised was frequent closures affecting working parents.

    caring and professional staffinvolved ownersfamily-centered approachsafe and nurturing environment
  4. 4
    Knowledge Universe Education LLC.
    4 score
    4(20)

    1025 Jackson Road, Goodlettsville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 121 children

    Parents consistently praise Knowledge Universe Education LLC (operating as KinderCare) in Goodlettsville for exceptional staff care, engaging curriculum, and welcoming environment. The facility is noted for accommodating special needs, maintaining strong parent communication, and creating a fun learning atmosphere where children thrive. Multiple parents highlight the director and individual teachers by name for going above and beyond in their dedication to children and families.

    Caring and attentive staffwelcoming atmosphereengaging activities and daily themesstrong parent communication with photos and updates

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Goodlettsville

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
7 daycares

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.67avg rating
6 daycares · 4 rated

Church Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Goodlettsville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3707214
4.72
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Goodlettsville (20–193 children)

Small

up to 30 children

2

Medium

31–75 children

4

Large

76–150 children

7

Very Large

150+ children

1

Map

Daycare types in Goodlettsville

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

Before or After School Daycare in Goodlettsville, Tennessee

There are 7 before or after school daycare in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, making up 50% of the 14 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 Goodlettsville have an average rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 80% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 46 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Goodlettsville, 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 Goodlettsville

Showing 7 results

Millersville Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1248 Louisville Hwy., Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(615) 859-1439
Ymca @ Madison Creek Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1040 Madison Creek Road, Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(615) 855-0237
Madison Creek Elementary
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1040 Madison Creek Raod, Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(615) 859-4991
Ymca @ Goodlettsville Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
514 Donald Street, Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(615) 859-7887
Old Center Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1245 S Dickerson Pike, Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(615) 859-8968
Goodlettsville Ele. Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
514 Donald Street, Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(615) 859-8950
Ymca @ Old Center Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1245 Dickerson Road, Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(615) 859-3560

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 before or after school daycares in Goodlettsville, Tennessee, out of 14 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 Goodlettsville have an average Google rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 80% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Goodlettsville, 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
Goodlettsville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Goodlettsville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Goodlettsville 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.