
Browse all 219 daycare centers in Knoxville, Tennessee. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
2647 Woodbine Avenue, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children
Bubbles and Giggles Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, clean and safe environment, and strong focus on child development and learning. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show noticeable growth in language, social skills, and confidence.
120 Coach Road, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 198 children
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Farragut for its caring, experienced staff who treat children with genuine attention and affection. The facility is noted for its well-designed, age-appropriate curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional learning, and for maintaining strong communication with families. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, arriving excited for school each day.
8901 Bluegrass Road, Knoxville, TN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children
Parents consistently praise Bluegrass KinderCare for its dedicated, loving staff and strong educational programs. Director Ms. Terry and the teaching team are highlighted for their genuine care, creating a family-like environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this center's care.
1207 Broadway, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 124 children
First Lutheran Early Childhood Education in Knoxville is a religious facility that parents describe as welcoming and warm with nice facilities. Reviews highlight the church's beautiful Gothic architecture, friendly staff, and strong sense of community. Parents appreciate both the preschool program and the overall family-oriented environment.
6300 Deane Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 172 children
Central Baptist Bearden Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, community events, and quality programming including VBS and nursery care. The facility is described as Christ-centered, community-focused, and inclusive of families with special needs.
212 Hotel Rd, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 178 children
The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare program itself. Instead, they are reviews of the church facility and its community programs, including Celebrate Recovery meetings, a dance program, and general church activities. No parents have left reviews specifically about the preschool experience.
12733 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Trinity Learning Center LLC receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight caring, attentive teachers, strong educational programming, and a nurturing environment. Parents consistently commend the director Jennifer, low teacher-to-student ratios, strict phone policies during work hours, and the center's commitment to child safety and development. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained loyal for years.
124 South Cruze, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children
YWCA Phyllis Wheatley After School is highly rated by community members for its comprehensive programming and quality care. The facility offers diverse activities including swimming lessons, STEM, garden club, cooking classes, and field trips. The center serves as a community resource for events, meetings, and outreach programs.
11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 140 children
First Baptist Concord is a religious facility in Knoxville that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality worship services, and well-organized children's and youth programs including VBS and Sunday School classes for all ages.
9000 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 54 children
Valley Grove Baptist Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the church's welcoming atmosphere, strong faith-based teachings, and community programs. However, the reviews provided focus primarily on church services rather than preschool/daycare operations specifically.
Highest rated daycares in Knoxville based on parent reviews
2647 Woodbine Avenue, Knoxville, TN
Bubbles and Giggles Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, clean and safe environment, and strong focus on child development and learning. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show noticeable growth in language, social skills, and confidence.
120 Coach Road, Knoxville, TN
Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Farragut for its caring, experienced staff who treat children with genuine attention and affection. The facility is noted for its well-designed, age-appropriate curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional learning, and for maintaining strong communication with families. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, arriving excited for school each day.
8901 Bluegrass Road, Knoxville, TN
Parents consistently praise Bluegrass KinderCare for its dedicated, loving staff and strong educational programs. Director Ms. Terry and the teaching team are highlighted for their genuine care, creating a family-like environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this center's care.
1207 Broadway, Knoxville, TN
First Lutheran Early Childhood Education in Knoxville is a religious facility that parents describe as welcoming and warm with nice facilities. Reviews highlight the church's beautiful Gothic architecture, friendly staff, and strong sense of community. Parents appreciate both the preschool program and the overall family-oriented environment.
6300 Deane Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN
Central Baptist Bearden Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, community events, and quality programming including VBS and nursery care. The facility is described as Christ-centered, community-focused, and inclusive of families with special needs.
212 Hotel Rd, Knoxville, TN
The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare program itself. Instead, they are reviews of the church facility and its community programs, including Celebrate Recovery meetings, a dance program, and general church activities. No parents have left reviews specifically about the preschool experience.
There are 219 daycare centers in Knoxville, Tennessee. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Knoxville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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First Step II has received five 5-star reviews praising the staff's genuine care, patience, and ability to help children develop socially and academically. However, one 1-star review describes a serious incident involving medication confusion that led to a DCS investigation, along with concerns about staff responsiveness to a child with autism and alleged unprofessional conduct from certain staff members.
Most parents report positive experiences, praising staff care, educational quality, and cleanliness. However, recent reviews highlight serious concerns including staff attitude issues and unresolved application fee refunds after a location change announcement.
Davis Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising loving, attentive staff and daily photo updates. However, one parent reported significant concerns about infant care quality, hygiene, frequent illness, and high staff turnover.
Westland Children's Academy receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, strong communication, engaging curriculum, and the director's involvement and accessibility. Multiple families report their children thriving and being happy to attend.
Most parents praise God's Creative Enrichment Center for caring staff, clean facility, educational activities, and strong child development outcomes. However, there are concerns about staff attitude inconsistency and unresolved issues with application fees and communication regarding a location move.
Parents generally praise the staff as friendly, caring, and polite, with positive feedback about the after-school program and Boys & Girls Club brand. However, some parents express concerns about reduced activities and programming, homework enforcement policies, and facility maintenance issues.
Chapman Toddler Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with multiple families noting multi-year enrollment spanning generations. Parents highlight the caring staff, personalized attention to children's needs, reasonable pricing, and family-oriented atmosphere as key strengths.
Favorite Friends Day Care in Knoxville receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, educational value, and family-oriented atmosphere as key strengths. The facility offers convenient school pickup/dropoff services and maintains long-term relationships with families.
YMCA Child Care Services - Shannondale receives strong praise from parents for providing a safe, engaging environment with caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the quality of before-school and summer activities, including swimming classes, and appreciate the peace of mind the facility provides. One negative review was too brief to assess.
YMCA Child Care Services - SarahmGreene receives predominantly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the safe environment, engaged staff, and variety of activities. Parents highlight the convenience of before-care and summer programs, including swimming classes. One review provided no details.
Chapman Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, family-oriented atmosphere, quality of care, and reasonable pricing. Many families have used the center for multiple children and years.
YMCA Child Care Services - Farragut receives strong praise from parents for maintaining a safe, engaging environment with caring staff. Parents consistently highlight the quality of before-school and summer activities, including swimming classes, and appreciate how the program allows them to work without childcare stress.
YMCA Child Care Services - Ball Camp receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the safe environment, engaging staff, and variety of activities. Parents consistently mention their children enjoy the before-school and summer programs, and appreciate how the staff build relationships with the children. One unrelated review provides insufficient detail for evaluation.
Parents consistently praise BEARDEN UMC CHILDCARE & AFTERSCHOOL CARE for its caring, patient staff and Christian environment. All reviews highlight the facility's loving teachers, good communication with families, and strong community atmosphere. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and well-being.
Central Baptist Weekday Education Programs receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising warm, caring staff and notable child development progress. However, two negative reviews cite inconsistent policy enforcement and concerns about disability accommodation and director honesty.
Parents consistently praise Littlebugs Learning Leaf for its caring, high-quality staff and nature-focused curriculum. Children are well-prepared for kindergarten and benefit from outdoor activities, engaging programs, and a close-knit community atmosphere. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction and genuine relationships between staff and children.
YMCA Child Care Services - Halls receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who appreciate the safe environment, engaged staff, and variety of activities offered. Parents consistently highlight their children's enjoyment of before-school care, summer programs, and swimming classes. The staff is frequently praised for building relationships with children and supporting working families.
YMCA Child Care Services-Rocky Hill in Knoxville receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the safe environment, engaged staff, and variety of activities including swimming classes. Parents consistently report their children enjoy attending and forming friendships. One review provided minimal detail.
YMCA Child Care Services-West Hills receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents. Parents consistently praise the safe environment, engaged staff, and variety of activities including swimming classes. The facility is described as reliable and stress-free childcare that allows parents to work with confidence.
Tracy's Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and child development outcomes, while two parents report serious concerns including inadequate behavioral support, poor hygiene practices, discriminatory treatment, and financial inconsistencies.
Kiddie Station receives outstanding feedback from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented staff and clean, safe learning environment. Children consistently show enthusiasm for attending, with parents noting significant academic progress and strong communication from teachers. The director Misty is specifically highlighted for her attentiveness and warmth.
Knoxville Learning Academy receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff led by owner Peggy. Parents consistently report that their children feel safe, loved, and make strong developmental progress in a clean, well-structured learning environment with excellent parent communication.
Wonderland Children's Academy II in Knoxville receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the cleanliness, safety, and dedicated staff. However, one parent reported serious concerns including poor facility conditions, temperature control issues, and unexplained injuries to their child.
Partners for Children at Inskip is a religious facility in Knoxville with overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents praising the loving, caring staff and quality care. The center has been operating since 1989 with a 3-star quality rating and no critical violations. One parent reported serious concerns about infant care and unmet dietary needs.
Pride and Joy Children's Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for their care, engagement, and support of children's development across multiple age groups. Parents report strong developmental progress, daily communication, and a fun learning environment. One parent expressed concerns about recent price increases and management changes, though they praised individual teachers.
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