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Best Before or After School Daycare in Parsons, TN

Compare 2 before or after school daycare in Parsons. Average rating: 3.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Parsons, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.75/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Parsons has 2 licensed before or after school daycare with 21 parent reviews averaging 3.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Parsons

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
    Decatur County Learning Center
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    10 School St., Parsons, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 40 children

    Decatur County Learning Center is a highly-rated community facility in Parsons, Tennessee offering a clean, well-maintained space with a pool, playground, and various recreational programs. Parents and community members praise its friendly staff, diverse activities including water aerobics and tai chi classes, and suitability for family gatherings and events.

    Clean facilityfriendly staffpublic poolplayground

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Parsons

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Parsons (20–200 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

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Daycare types in Parsons

Child Daycare & Preschools 1Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Parsons, Tennessee

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Parsons, Tennessee, making up 50% of the 4 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 Parsons have an average rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Parsons, 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 Parsons

Showing 2 results

Parsons Elementary School - Esp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
182 West Fourth Street, Parsons, TN
Phone
(731) 847-7317
Pes Leaps Afterschool Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
182 Fourth Street., Parsons, TN
Phone
(731) 847-7317

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Parsons, Tennessee, out of 4 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 Parsons have an average Google rating of 3.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Parsons, 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
Parsons offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 1 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Parsons for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Parsons 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.