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298 Daycare Centers in Nashville, Tennessee

Browse all 298 daycare centers in Nashville, Tennessee. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nashville

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

    2706 Old Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 87 children

    Donelson Church of Christ Pre-School receives consistently high marks from parents and church members. The facility is praised for its caring staff, particularly Ms. Cindy, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the religious instruction and community values emphasized at the facility.

    Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong religious teachingscommunity-focused
  2. 2

    283 Plus Park Blvd, Nashville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 177 children

    Parents consistently praise Equally Created (note: reviews reference 'Equally Created' rather than the listed center name) for exceptional care, individualized attention, and creating a close-knit community environment. Children show measurable progress in learning, social skills, and confidence, with parents reporting high trust in staff and leadership. The center is frequently recommended as the best daycare experience in Nashville.

    Loving and attentive staffsmall close-knit community feelindividualized support including for developmental delaysresponsive leadership and communication
  3. 3

    4900 Franklin Road, Nashville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 204 children

    Judson Baptist Pre-Kindergarten is highly regarded by parents for its welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and caring staff. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, safety, and strong children's programs, including the Mothers Day Out program. The church-based center emphasizes biblical education and genuinely engages with families.

    Friendly and welcoming staffclean and safe facilitiescaring teachers who know children by namestrong children's ministry
  4. 4

    7836 Learning Lane, Nashville, TN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 193 children

    The Academy of Harpeth Village receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and family-like atmosphere that makes children excited to attend. Multiple parents note their children have thrived academically and emotionally under the care of dedicated teachers.

    Warm and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesattentive and caring teachersengaging learning activities
  5. 5

    15354 Old Hickory Boulevard, Nashville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

    Christ Church Nashville is a highly-rated religious facility with universal positive feedback. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and diverse community, quality of sermons and choir performances, and special programs for all ages including children's holiday events.

    Welcoming and friendly atmospherediverse communityengaging sermonsexcellent choir performances
  6. 6
    Hillcrest Umc Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    5112 Raywood Lane, Nashville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 68 children

    Reviews praise Hillcrest UMC as a welcoming religious community with caring staff and valuable local services. Parents highlight the church's programs, facilities, and genuine compassion for those they serve. The congregation is consistently described as friendly, helpful, and dedicated to community support.

    welcoming atmospherecaring staffvaluable community programsnice facilities
  7. 7

    1417 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    15th Ave N Learning Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and strong curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the kindness of teachers, good behavior encouragement, and individual child development. The owner's active presence and involvement are noted as particularly reassuring.

    Kind and professional staffstrong curriculumgood behavior and manners instructionindividual development focus
  8. 8
    Rosedale Baptist Ccc
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    503 Rosedale Avenue, Nashville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

    Rosedale Baptist CCC is a religious facility in Nashville with excellent ratings. Parents praise the experienced and nurturing staff who provide a safe, stimulating educational environment where children make measurable progress and thrive. The facility is commended for quality teaching, care, and fostering children's happiness and development.

    experienced staffnurturing environmentsafe facilitystimulating activities
  9. 9

    1704 Heiman St., Nashville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 88 children

    St. Mary Villa Child Development Center in Nashville receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong leadership from Director Alyssa, and the facility's supportive approach to child development. Parents appreciate the convenient location, communication tools like the Procare app, and regular family events.

    caring and loving staffexcellent director leadershipchild development supportconvenient location
  10. 10

    801 Percy Warner Blvd., Nashville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Gordon Jewish Community Center ECLC is a highly-rated multi-purpose facility in Nashville that offers much more than childcare, including fitness, swimming, summer camps, and cultural programming. Parents praise the beautiful facility, friendly staff, and diverse amenities including an indoor pool, gym, art galleries, and community events. The center appears to serve as a comprehensive community hub rather than a traditional daycare center.

    Beautiful facilityfriendly staffexcellent swimming programs and instructorsindoor and outdoor pools

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Nashville based on parent reviews

Donelson Church Of Christ Pre-School

4.9(19)

2706 Old Lebanon Pike, Nashville, TN

Donelson Church of Christ Pre-School receives consistently high marks from parents and church members. The facility is praised for its caring staff, particularly Ms. Cindy, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents appreciate the religious instruction and community values emphasized at the facility.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong religious teachings

Grace M Eaton Early Learning Center

5(10)

283 Plus Park Blvd, Nashville, TN

Parents consistently praise Equally Created (note: reviews reference 'Equally Created' rather than the listed center name) for exceptional care, individualized attention, and creating a close-knit community environment. Children show measurable progress in learning, social skills, and confidence, with parents reporting high trust in staff and leadership. The center is frequently recommended as the best daycare experience in Nashville.

Loving and attentive staffsmall close-knit community feelindividualized support including for developmental delays

Judson Baptist Pre-Kindergarten

4.8(20)

4900 Franklin Road, Nashville, TN

Judson Baptist Pre-Kindergarten is highly regarded by parents for its welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere and caring staff. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, safety, and strong children's programs, including the Mothers Day Out program. The church-based center emphasizes biblical education and genuinely engages with families.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean and safe facilitiescaring teachers who know children by name

The Academy Of Harpeth Village

4.8(20)

7836 Learning Lane, Nashville, TN

The Academy of Harpeth Village receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, engaging activities, and family-like atmosphere that makes children excited to attend. Multiple parents note their children have thrived academically and emotionally under the care of dedicated teachers.

Warm and welcoming staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesattentive and caring teachers

Christ Church Nashville Preschool

4.8(20)

15354 Old Hickory Boulevard, Nashville, TN

Christ Church Nashville is a highly-rated religious facility with universal positive feedback. Reviews consistently praise the welcoming and diverse community, quality of sermons and choir performances, and special programs for all ages including children's holiday events.

Welcoming and friendly atmospherediverse communityengaging sermons

Hillcrest Umc Preschool

4.8(20)

5112 Raywood Lane, Nashville, TN

Reviews praise Hillcrest UMC as a welcoming religious community with caring staff and valuable local services. Parents highlight the church's programs, facilities, and genuine compassion for those they serve. The congregation is consistently described as friendly, helpful, and dedicated to community support.

welcoming atmospherecaring staffvaluable community programs

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Daycare Centers in Nashville, Tennessee

There are 298 daycare centers in Nashville, 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 Nashville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Nashville

Showing 298 results

Franklin Road Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4700 Franklin Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 831-0769
Ymca @ Carter Lawrence
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1118 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 259-3418
Warner Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
626 Russell Street, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 291-6395 EXT 250
Shwab Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1500 Dickerson Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 262-6725
Ymca @ Haywood
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3790 Turley Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 693-2597
Polly'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5354 Edmondson Pike, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 833-0946
Lipscomb Academy Early Childhood Program
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4517 Granny White Pike, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 966-1783
St. Henry Afterschool Program
Church Daycare
Address
6401 Harding Pike, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 356-6336
Boys And Girls Club @ Andrew Jackson
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents praise the Boys & Girls Club for its youth programs and positive community impact, with multiple 5-star reviews highlighting it as a safe haven and great after-school option. Two reviewers noted concerns about staff professionalism and the location in a disadvantaged neighborhood.

Safe environmentpositive principlesyouth engagement
Address
916 16th Avenue North, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 320-5106
Ymca @ Rosebank Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1012 Preston Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 335-0730
Ymca @ Meigs Academic Magnet School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
713 Ramsey Street, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 259-3418
Pna @ Cockrill Elementary 21st Cclc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4701 Indiana Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 545-3366
Ymca @ Croft Middle School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
482 Elysian Fields Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 566-7186
Pennington Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
2817 Donna Hill Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 885-8918
Donelson Christian Academy Wildcat Camp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
300 Danyacrest Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 577-1200
Mnps Extended Learning At Fall Hamilton
Before or After School Daycare
Address
510 Wedgewood Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 594-2016
Pna @ Ida B. Wells Elementary 21st Cclc
Before or After School Daycare
Address
244 Foster Street, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 987-7714
Park Avenue Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3703 Park Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 298-8412
Ymca @ Dan Mills
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4106 Kennedy Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 226-0394
Montessori Centre
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4608 Granny White Pke., Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 373-0897
Napier Elementary Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
60 Fairfield Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 291-6400
Grace Christian Academy
Church Daycare
Address
5880 Edmondson Pike, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 781-3968
Calvary Young Children'S School
Church Daycare
Address
3701 Hillsboro Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 269-5574
Backfield In Motion @ Isaac Litton
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4500 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 262-6700
Ymca @ Lakeview School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
455 Rural Hill Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 360-2912 EXT 199
Ymca @ I.T. Creswell
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3500 John Mallette Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 259-3418 EXT 7252
Oak Hill Pre-K
Before or After School Daycare
Address
4815 Franklin Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 297-6544
The Gardner School Of Midtown
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Gardner School of Midtown receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews. Parents highlight exceptional teachers, strong curriculum, excellent communication, and a warm community environment. Multiple families report significant positive developmental progress and long-term satisfaction spanning several years.

Skilled and caring teachersstructured and engaging curriculumexcellent parent communication with photo updates
Address
1811 State Street, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 630-7700
Ymca @ Head Magnet
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1830 Jo Johnston, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 878-6313
St. George'S Kindergarten
Church Daycare
Address
4715 Harding Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 269-9712

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Frequently asked questions

There are 298 all daycares in Nashville, Tennessee. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Nashville, 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
Nashville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 90 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 7 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 83 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 118 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 Nashville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Nashville 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.