
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Based on 189 daycares with Google ratings in Memphis
Top qualities mentioned across 1,458 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Memphis, based on parent reviews
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 |
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
Highest rated daycares in Memphis based on parent reviews
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Discovery Learning Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the owner Ms. Sanese, educational quality, special activities, and caring staff. Most reviews highlight advanced child development and memorable experiences, though one parent raised serious concerns about safety and management.
Parents praise the Memphis Jewish Community Center Early Childhood program as an excellent facility with attentive staff who communicate about children's needs. The center is noted for its comprehensive amenities including pools, workout facilities, and family-friendly environment that helps working parents balance childcare and personal wellness.
Parents describe a family-oriented environment where staff are supportive and attentive, with one child expressing excitement and happiness after their first day. Reviewers appreciate the inclusive communication that keeps parents involved and the encouraging interactions between teachers and children.
Red Robin's Academy has overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff warmth and children's happiness, though two recent negative experiences raised serious concerns about child safety, supervision, and management responsiveness. Parents consistently highlight Ms. Mayweather's team as caring and educational, but incidents involving unexplained injuries and unprofessional communication have prompted recommendations for policy and facility improvements.
Roulhac's Preschool receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising attentive teachers, organized routines, daily communication, and flexible scheduling. However, one parent reported concerns about how the school handled a child with suspected ADHD and alleged inconsistent treatment of certain students.
Bilingual Academy Memphis receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the facility's cleanliness, professional staff, safety measures, age-appropriate activities, and bilingual education. However, several parents report concerning issues including aggressive teacher behavior toward children, unmet educational promises, unexplained fees, and dismissive responses to complaints.
Parents consistently praise FLICC for exceptional care, strong kindergarten preparation, and a warm, nurturing environment. The facility offers comprehensive programming including meals, music classes, soccer lessons, and Spanish instruction. Staff members are described as compassionate, expert educators who make children eager to attend.
Trafalgar Village Baptist Day Care receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the welcoming atmosphere, attentive staff, and quality care. However, negative reviews cite unprofessional phone communication, concerning staff conduct involving discriminatory language, and declining standards since leadership changes.
Able Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and long-term quality of care. However, two recent negative reviews raise concerns about staff attentiveness to feeding/care and inadequate security protocols during pickup.
Parents consistently praise KLC/Ridgeway as an exceptional daycare with caring, professional teachers and a clean, engaging environment. Children are reported to be happy, learning well, and kept safe with daily communication to parents via app. Multiple families have used the center long-term and strongly recommend it.
Mi Escuelita Bilingual Christian Academy receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, interactive teachers, bilingual approach, and happy children, though parents note there can be a waitlist. However, serious safety and billing concerns have been raised, including an incident where a toddler was found unsupervised in the parking lot heading toward the street, and complaints about non-refundable waitlist fees with no communication.
Knowledge Universe Education LLC@Raines receives predominantly positive reviews (6 five-star ratings) with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, educational quality, and developmental progress of their children. However, one one-star review raises serious concerns about staff behavior, restrictive bathroom policies, and fee collection practices that allegedly caused distress to children.
Parents highlight the outstanding staff, particularly Ms. Sharon, and the warm, Christian environment as key strengths, noting their children's excitement and love for the center. One reviewer mentions the absence of live cameras as a minor drawback but feels it does not detract from the overall positive experience.
One parent highlights the center's family-oriented atmosphere, patience, and educational focus, while another reports a serious safety concern regarding a driver nearly causing a collision during drop-off.
Parents consistently praise Elite Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff led by director Mrs. Cynthia, clean facilities, and engaging educational curriculum including bilingual instruction. Multiple families report their children are happy, safe, and experiencing significant developmental growth, with strong communication and accessibility from leadership.
Parents consistently praise Klassy Kids Academy #2 for its caring, engaging staff and safe, welcoming environment. Children are reported to be happy, well-cared for, and eager to attend. Multiple reviewers specifically commend individual teachers and directors by name and recommend the facility highly.
Great Beginnings Child Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the clean, organized facility and caring staff. However, one parent expressed serious dissatisfaction with how their children were treated, citing unprofessional conduct. Overall satisfaction is high among most reviewers.
A few parents express high satisfaction with the center, highlighting its family-oriented atmosphere and staff's ability to engage difficult children. However, other reviewers allege severe historical abuse and inappropriate physical contact by specific staff members, including pinching and the use of objects like pins and ladybugs.
Lord of Life Lutheran Preschool in Memphis receives mostly positive reviews praising the warm, caring staff and director. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about leadership consistency, emotional safety during transitions, and phone reception rudeness.
Parents praise Raleigh Community Christian CCC as a caring and welcoming facility staffed by compassionate, faith-based individuals. Reviews highlight the center's commitment to community involvement and Christian values. Parents express strong satisfaction with their children's experiences.
Country Home Day Care receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents about teacher professionalism and child development, but serious safety and management concerns raised by other families. The facility has earned both 5-star recommendations and 1-star warnings, with stark differences in reported experiences.
Magic Kingdom Learning Academy has received mixed reviews with significant safety and care concerns. While some parents report positive experiences with staff and management, multiple parents have described serious incidents including neglect, failure to provide meals, inadequate supervision, and unexplained injuries to children.
One parent reports a positive social outcome, noting that their child formed a lasting friendship with a childhood best friend despite the family not being religious. The reviewer expresses uncertainty about the choice of facility but highlights the enduring value of the friendships made there.
Joyland Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising its staff, learning environment, and safety. However, two recent negative reviews raise concerns about staff hygiene, injury accountability, inadequate child care (unchanged diapers), lack of receipts, frequent closures without reimbursement, and sudden dismissal of children without proper notice.
Gateway Learning Academy receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the cleanliness, staff friendliness, and safety measures including security cameras and daily owner oversight. However, one serious concern was raised regarding inadequate response to a safety incident involving a child with autism.
One parent describes the facility as a great school, while another raises a concern that the location may be closed down and asks if there is a new site.
One parent describes the facility as a 'horrible' place where staff allegedly hit children and fail to provide adequate meals. The reviewer also claims the staff is unfriendly and notes that the center is currently facing lawsuits.
One parent describes the Early Childhood Enrichment Center as the best daycare they have encountered. This single review highlights an exceptionally positive experience without noting any drawbacks.
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