Best Daycare Centers in Memphis, TN
Compare 464 daycare centers in Memphis. Average rating: 4.26/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Memphis, Tennessee at a glance
- Daycares
- 464
- Avg rating
- 4.26/5
- Parent reviews
- 1,458
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 100
Memphis has 464 licensed daycares with 1,458 parent reviews averaging 4.26/5.100 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 38141 (avg 4.73 stars), while 38116 has the largest selection (38 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Memphis
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.
- 1Porter-Leath Early Learning Academy4.72 score4.9(20)
628 Alice Ave, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 330 children
Porter-Leath Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and evidence-based educational approach. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the hands-on activities, family support, and professional facility. The center is noted as high-quality childcare that is difficult to find in the Memphis area.
Caring and compassionate teachersexperienced and professional staffevidence-based instructioncontinuing education for staff - 2Sharing God"S Love Learning Center #24.71 score5(12)
1112 East Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 22 children
Sharing God's Love Learning Center #2 receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Children are happy, comfortable, and treated like family members. Parents praise the staff's friendliness and respectfulness, with many noting their children no longer cry at drop-off and some have attended for years.
Caring and respectful staffchildren feel like familychildren are happy and don't cry at drop-offlong-term attendance - 3Sharing God'S Love Learning Center4.71 score5(12)
5095 Millbranch, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise Sharing God's Love Learning Center for its warm, family-like environment and caring staff. Children are reportedly happy to attend and reluctant to leave, with many families maintaining long-term enrollment. Staff members are described as friendly, respectful, and providing excellent care.
Caring and respectful stafffamily-like atmospherechildren happy at drop-off and pick-uplong-term parent satisfaction - 4Magic Kidz Learning Center4.64 score5(9)
3363 Park Ave, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children
Parents consistently praise Magic Kidz Learning Center for its caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Children show measurable academic progress and developmental gains, including language learning. Multiple families have remained with the center for extended periods, reflecting high satisfaction and trust.
Caring and loving staffclean classroomsstrong academic curriculum and lesson plansbilingual education (Spanish) - 5Abundance Of Love Enrichment Center4.64 score5(9)
436 E. Raines Rd., Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Parents consistently praise Abundance of Love Enrichment Center for its caring staff, clean and organized environment, and focus on child development and education. Multiple reviewers highlight noticeable improvements in their children's social skills and confidence, along with personable leadership and reasonable pricing. All reviews are 5-star ratings with strong recommendations.
caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilityeducational environment and resourceschild development focus - 6Destination Education4.64 score4.8(20)
4984 Raleigh Lagrange Road, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 174 children
Destination Education receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, particularly teacher Ms. Regina (Ms. Gigi), strong child development outcomes, and a caring, clean environment with Christian values.
Warm and welcoming staffdedicated teachers with genuine care for childrenchild developmental growthdaily communication and photo updates with parents - 7The Academy Childcare Center4.64 score4.8(20)
1639 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children
Parents consistently praise The Academy Childcare Center for its caring, patient teachers and strong developmental outcomes. Multiple reviews highlight excellent communication through daily pictures and curriculum updates, with directors and staff described as accessible and professional. First-time parents particularly appreciate the peace of mind and emotional support provided by the facility.
Caring and patient teachersdevelopmental progress and growthdaily pictures and curriculum updatesengaging activities and fall festival - 8Lindenwood Christian Ccc/As Program4.64 score4.8(20)
2400 Union Ave., Memphis, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 396 children
Lindenwood Christian CCC/AS Program in Memphis receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who describe it as a caring, family-like community. Parents praise the warm, passionate staff, safe environment, enriching curriculum, and convenient hours. Multiple families report that their children thrived emotionally and academically, with many expressing difficulty leaving the center when relocating.
Warmcaringand passionate teachers and stafffamily-like at - 9Hope House Day Care Center4.64 score4.8(20)
23 South Idlewild, Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
Hope House Day Care Center receives consistently high praise with all 5-star ratings. Parents and visitors highlight the welcoming, professional staff who are attentive and supportive. The facility is described as a caring community organization dedicated to helping and uplifting people.
Amazing staffwelcoming environmentprofessional servicegood listening skills - 10Precious Faces Learning Academy4.64 score4.8(20)
256 E. Mclemore Ave., Memphis, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 24 children
Precious Faces Learning Academy is a 3D ultrasound facility (not a traditional daycare) that receives consistently excellent feedback from expecting parents. Clients praise the welcoming atmosphere, professional staff, and high-quality imaging services. The technician Astred is frequently highlighted for her patience, kindness, and dedication to capturing quality photos.
Warm and welcoming atmospherepatient and knowledgeable staffhigh-quality ultrasound imagesc
Rating Distribution
Based on 189 daycares with Google ratings in Memphis
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 1,458 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Memphis, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Memphis zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38141 | 9 | 4.73 | 2 | |
| 38112 | 13 | 4.7 | 2 | |
| 38125 | 16 | 4.63 | 2 | |
| 38119 | 12 | 4.63 | 2 | |
| 38116 | 38 | 4.59 | 14 | |
| 38126 | 11 | 4.58 | 6 | |
| 38111 | 30 | 4.54 | 9 | |
| 38104 | 22 | 4.52 | 7 | |
| 38128 | 26 | 4.46 | 7 | |
| 38122 | 15 | 4.4 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Memphis (13–400 children)
Small
up to 30 children
87
Medium
31–75 children
158
Large
76–150 children
159
Very Large
150+ children
59
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Memphis based on parent reviews
Porter-Leath Early Learning Academy
628 Alice Ave, Memphis, TN
Porter-Leath Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and evidence-based educational approach. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the hands-on activities, family support, and professional facility. The center is noted as high-quality childcare that is difficult to find in the Memphis area.
Sharing God"S Love Learning Center #2
1112 East Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN
Sharing God's Love Learning Center #2 receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Children are happy, comfortable, and treated like family members. Parents praise the staff's friendliness and respectfulness, with many noting their children no longer cry at drop-off and some have attended for years.
Sharing God'S Love Learning Center
5095 Millbranch, Memphis, TN
Parents consistently praise Sharing God's Love Learning Center for its warm, family-like environment and caring staff. Children are reportedly happy to attend and reluctant to leave, with many families maintaining long-term enrollment. Staff members are described as friendly, respectful, and providing excellent care.
Magic Kidz Learning Center
3363 Park Ave, Memphis, TN
Parents consistently praise Magic Kidz Learning Center for its caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Children show measurable academic progress and developmental gains, including language learning. Multiple families have remained with the center for extended periods, reflecting high satisfaction and trust.
Abundance Of Love Enrichment Center
436 E. Raines Rd., Memphis, TN
Parents consistently praise Abundance of Love Enrichment Center for its caring staff, clean and organized environment, and focus on child development and education. Multiple reviewers highlight noticeable improvements in their children's social skills and confidence, along with personable leadership and reasonable pricing. All reviews are 5-star ratings with strong recommendations.
Destination Education
4984 Raleigh Lagrange Road, Memphis, TN
Destination Education receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff, particularly teacher Ms. Regina (Ms. Gigi), strong child development outcomes, and a caring, clean environment with Christian values.
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Daycare Centers in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis offers a robust selection of 464 childcare facilities, ranging from large community partners to intimate home-based programs. Parents frequently highlight the welcoming atmosphere and clean environments as key reasons for choosing these centers. For those prioritizing high ratings, the 38133 zip code stands out with perfect average scores across its local options.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Memphis have an average rating of 4.26 out of 5 across 189 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 1,458 parent reviews. Parents in Memphis most frequently praise daycares for welcoming environment, clean facility, and welcoming atmosphere.
When choosing a daycare in Memphis, 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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Parents describe Shining Star Day Care Center as a cozy, home-like environment where staff are kind, family-oriented, and highly responsive to individual children's needs. Reviewers highlight rapid developmental progress in their children and praise the owner's accessibility and the staff's ability to make kids feel comfortable.
- Address
- 2988 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 453-2362
Parents consistently praise Kidazzle Community Partner Pre-K for its attentive, caring staff who go above and beyond in both childcare and education. The facility is noted for maintaining high cleanliness standards, offering enriching activities, and providing community support resources for families. Multiple long-term parents report strong satisfaction and describe the center as a second family.
- Address
- 3194 Independent Drive, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 416-3450
One parent highlights the center's exceptional service, noting staff willingness to accommodate personal financial hardships and provide consistent encouragement to families. The reviewer specifically commends Mr. Butler for his supportive approach when individuals are struggling, describing the overall experience as a blessing.
- Address
- 7715 E. Holmes Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 754-4539
Sharing God's Love Learning Center #2 receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Children are happy, comfortable, and treated like family members. Parents praise the staff's friendliness and respectfulness, with many noting their children no longer cry at drop-off and some have attended for years.
- Address
- 1112 East Shelby Drive, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 332-4771
One parent describes the facility as a good place, noting it as a positive aspect of their experience. The limited feedback currently available offers a brief positive sentiment without specific details on operations or staff.
- Address
- 6825 East Holmes Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 368-5437
- Address
- 6479 Winchester Avenue, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 232-7978
- Address
- 3489 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 425-3524
- Address
- 3654 Boxtown Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 789-3130
Emmanuel United Methodist B/A Care is a religious facility in Memphis with perfect 5-star ratings. Parents praise it as a welcoming congregation with supportive staff, spiritual growth opportunities, and community involvement. The facility is described as relaxing, inviting, and a great place to belong.
- Address
- 2404 Kirby Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 754-3607
This facility appears to be primarily a church rather than a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming community and pastor Dr. Orlester Johnson's teaching and spiritual leadership.
- Address
- 4653 Auburn Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 345-9959
Parents highlight the center's friendly staff, flexible hours, and affordable weekly rates, with specific appreciation for the owner's proactive communication and transportation assistance. Reviewers note that the daycare provides excellent care and consistently handles school pickup, describing it as a life saver for their families.
- Address
- 4933 Fairley Rd., Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 785-3255
One parent highlights that the staff demonstrates genuine affection and provides excellent care for their grandson. Another prospective parent expressed a strong desire to enroll their son at the facility.
- Address
- 3450 Park Avenue, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 320-3052
- Address
- 3280 Park Ave., Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 707-8176
One parent who attended as a child notes the center was very clean and provided nutritious meals that supported learning, while another reviewer highlights the loving atmosphere.
- Address
- 4838 Millbranch Rd., Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 396-5090
A parent highlights the supportive atmosphere and specific staff members, including Ms. Rachel and Ms. Teresa, noting the enjoyable experience for day and summer camp participants. Another review praises the beautiful, shaded outdoor spaces and playground, attributing the quality to patient and caring staff.
- Address
- 4287 Millbranch, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 345-7066
- Address
- 2121 Winchester Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 345-3575
One parent describes the center as providing a great environment for both kids and teachers. The single review highlights positive aspects of the setting without noting any drawbacks.
- Address
- 3300 Summer Avenue, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 452-9257
One parent describes the service as awesome and highlights the staff's willingness to assist with personal financial difficulties. The reviewer specifically praises Mr. Butler for his encouragement and describes the center as a blessing.
- Address
- 7715 East Holmes Rd., Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 754-4539
One parent highlights the dedicated care provided by Mrs. Debra and Grandma Anne for their daughter. The review expresses strong gratitude for the staff's commitment to the child's well-being.
- Address
- 846 Loeb Street, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 734-8539
- Address
- 4400 Yale Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 443-5366
Parents consistently praise Sharing God's Love Learning Center for its warm, family-like environment and caring staff. Children are reportedly happy to attend and reluctant to leave, with many families maintaining long-term enrollment. Staff members are described as friendly, respectful, and providing excellent care.
- Address
- 5095 Millbranch, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 332-4771
Parents highlight the staff's nurturing approach, noting that children are treated with care and attention. Several families report visible benefits, including increased happiness and early developmental progress like talking.
- Address
- 1127 Marlin, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 346-7068
Parents consistently praise KIDazzle-Flying Start as an exceptional daycare facility in Memphis. Staff are described as highly attentive, caring, and going above and beyond in academics, safety, and community support. The center is noted for cleanliness, welcoming environment, and genuine love for the children.
- Address
- 3194 Independent Drive, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 368-8444
One parent reports that their two-year-old enjoys attending the two-year-old class taught by Mrs. Nessma and Mrs. Green. The child appears eager to learn and enjoys interacting with the other children in the program.
- Address
- 5293 Knight Arnold Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 794-1115
- Address
- 1250 Vollintine Ave, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 726-4300
Parents highlight a caring and nurturing environment led by Mrs. Brownlee, noting that staff prioritize children's physical and mental well-being without using baby talk. Reviewers describe the center as a loving home-away-from-home with qualified teachers who are courteous to families.
- Address
- 1077 E. Raines Rd., Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 398-7748
One parent describes this as the best preschool in Memphis, highlighting the extremely smart and caring staff. They note that their son learned significantly faster and easier here than at other locations.
- Address
- 2755 Appling Road, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 377-3081
Parents describe the center as a friendly, secure, and clean environment where children are engaged in learning. One reviewer highlights the staff's attentiveness and regular communication regarding their child's progress.
- Address
- 5333 Getwell Rd, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 707-4890
- Address
- 1126 Chelsea, Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 525-6173
- Address
- 2676 Kirby Rd., Memphis, TN
- Phone
- (901) 754-2302
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