Rugby, TN

Jamestown Head Start Center provides comprehensive early childhood education and development services for children from low-income families. The center follows the Head Start performance standards with a focus on school readiness, offering evidence-based curriculum that addresses literacy, math, science, and social-emotional development. All lead teachers hold associate or bachelor's degrees in early childhood education, and the center maintains low student-teacher ratios. The facility includes age-appropriate learning centers, outdoor play areas, and provides nutritious meals and snacks. Regular developmental screenings and family engagement activities ensure holistic child development support.

Little Blessings Learning Center offers a Christian-based educational environment with a comprehensive curriculum that balances academic preparation and spiritual development. The center features age-specific classrooms with hands-on learning centers, a secure outdoor playground, and modern security systems including keypad entry. Their curriculum includes phonics-based reading readiness, STEM activities, and character development. All teachers are CPR and First Aid certified with ongoing professional development. The center is noted for its warm, family-like atmosphere and strong parent communication through daily reports and regular parent-teacher conferences.

Kiddie Kottage Learning Center provides a play-based learning environment that emphasizes social, emotional, and academic development. The center uses Creative Curriculum with thematic units that incorporate literacy, mathematics, science, and creative arts. Their facility includes separate infant and toddler rooms, preschool classrooms with learning centers, and a fenced outdoor play area with age-appropriate equipment. The staff maintains Tennessee Early Learning Developmental Standards (TN-ELDS) and participates in continuous quality improvement through the state's Star-Quality Child Care Program. The center is particularly praised for its engaging activities and caring, experienced teaching staff.