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3,658 Daycare Centers in Tennessee

Browse 3,658 daycare centers across Tennessee. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Tennessee

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Tennessee can make the decision-making process smoother.

Tennessee has about 3,658 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Tennessee. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Tennessee

There are 3,658 daycares in Tennessee: 285 headstart facilities, 1,586 before/after school centers, 566 religious facility daycares, and 1,221 childcare and preschool centers.

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Christ Our Savior Academy
Church Daycare
4.4

Christ Our Savior Academy is a religious preschool in Columbia, Tennessee with mostly positive reviews praising well-educated staff, clean facilities, and strong Christian environment. However, one parent had a negative experience, withdrawing their child after 4 days and disputing behavioral assessments made by the director.

Well-educated and dedicated staffbright and clean classroomsabundant learning activities and educational materials
Address
2494 Nashville Hwy., Columbia, TN
Phone
(931) 486-0463
First Baptist Weekday School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Reviews praise First Baptist Weekday School as a welcoming faith-based community with strong biblical teaching and excellent children's programs. Parents highlight the friendly atmosphere, active kids ministry, and comprehensive small group involvement. The facility appears to serve families from preschool through high school age.

welcoming and friendly environmentstrong kids ministry and kids pastorBible-based teaching
Address
2790 Pulaski Highway, Columbia, TN
Phone
(931) 381-7832
New Hope Learning Center, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

New Hope Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 4-5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff and owner Mrs. Nelly, noting strong child development outcomes and high enthusiasm from children about attending. The center is described as affordable and well-suited for infants through preschool-age children.

caring and professional staffowner Mrs. Nelly personally engaged with familiesstrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
302 Enon Springs Rd East, Smyrna, TN
Phone
(615) 220-0288
Therapy & Learning Center, INC.- Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Therapy & Learning Center is highly praised for its therapeutic services and knowledgeable staff who help children with developmental delays and physical rehabilitation. Parents report significant progress in their children's development across physical therapy, speech therapy, and occupational therapy. However, some parents have experienced inconsistent front-desk customer service and administrative communication issues.

Knowledgeable and caring therapistssignific
Address
32 Garland Drive, Jackson, TN
Phone
(731) 668-9070
Calvary Christian Academy Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

Calvary Christian Academy Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, religious education, and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the facility's ability to help children adjust to daycare and provide specialized support for children with special needs.

Caring and patient staffreligious educationsafe and welcoming environment
Address
2139 Jacksboro Pike, La Follette, TN
Phone
(423) 562-7267
Noah'S Ark Childcare @ Chapel Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Noah's Ark Childcare receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the staff's genuine care, family-like atmosphere, and strong educational approach. The center is noted for helping children through transitions and accommodating special needs.

Loving and dedicated staffwelcoming environmentstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
224 South Horton Parkway, Chapel Hill, TN
Phone
(931) 364-5444
Precious Angels Child Care Lrng. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Precious Angels Child Care Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe the staff as caring, professional, and dedicated to child development. Parents highlight the center's focus on kindergarten readiness, educational activities, and family-oriented approach, with children reportedly excited to attend daily.

Caring and professional staffstrong educational and social development programskindergarten preparation
Address
3040 South Perkins, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 565-0515
Our Lady Of Sorrows
Church Daycare
4.4

The reviews do not appear to be for a daycare facility but rather for a Catholic church. Reviewers praise the church building, services, and religious programs, though no specific feedback about childcare services is provided.

Beautiful architecturewelcoming atmospheregood priests
Address
3690 Thomas St., Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 358-7431
Immaculate Conception Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

Immaculate Conception Preschool in Clarksville is highly regarded by parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, patient staff, clean facility, and comprehensive curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten. The school offers programs for ages 1-pre-K with flexible scheduling options and has been operating since 1976.

Caring and patient staffclean facilitystrong security
Address
740 Franklin Street, Clarksville, TN
Phone
(931) 647-9276
Incarnation Catholic Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
360 Bray Station Rd, Collierville, TN
Phone
(901) 861-5414
Cooper Cottage School, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Cooper Cottage School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the friendly and caring staff, Christian values, and child development focus. However, one parent reported frequent dismissals of their child and concerns about lack of curriculum and educational activities. The facility is noted as affordable and welcoming for transitions between age groups.

Friendly and caring staffChristian academic focusaffordable rates
Address
845 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 278-9624
Porter Leath Hanley Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4
Address
2635 Spottwood Avenue, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 577-2500
St. Paul Umc Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

St. Paul UMC Preschool in Lakeland receives consistently high praise from parents. Families highlight the caring teachers, positive developmental impact on children, clean facilities, and welcoming community atmosphere. The program is particularly noted for its engaging activities and friendly staff who treat children with personal care.

caring and devoted teacherschild development and growthclean facility
Address
2949 Davies Plantation Road, Lakeland, TN
Phone
(901) 372-7808
Incarnation Catholic School After School
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
360 Bray Station, Collierville, TN
Phone
(901) 853-7804
Midtown Church Of Christ Dayschool
Church Daycare
4.4

Midtown Church of Christ Dayschool is a religious facility serving ages 6 weeks to 5 years with generally positive reviews highlighting a caring learning environment. Parents praise the friendly staff, included meals, reasonable pricing, and educational focus on reading. Two negative reviews raised concerns about parking lot access during community events and child safety policies regarding abuse survivors.

friendly and compassionate staffgood teaching qualityinc
Address
1930 Union Ave, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 725-4433
University Of Memphis Child Care Center
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise the University of Memphis Child Care Center (also referred to as PLUM Academy and Porter-Leath locations) for its caring, professional staff, clean modern facilities, and strong focus on child development and learning. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and parents appreciate excellent communication about their child's progress and activities. The center offers reasonable pricing with meals included and special amenities like free books and

Address
3875 Tiger Paw South, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 678-5059
Little Harvard Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Harvard Child Care in Memphis receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, curriculum-based learning, cleanliness, safety, and strong communication from management as key strengths that help children thrive and prepare for kindergarten.

Caring and loving staffcurriculum-based educationclean facility
Address
2548 Jackson Avenue, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 230-1315
Jessenna Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Jessenna Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a welcoming, family-oriented facility with attentive staff and hands-on leadership. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with the center maintaining high cleanliness standards and accommodating work schedules. The director and staff are frequently commended for treating children with exceptional care.

Warm and welcoming environmentattentive and caring staffhands-on director and owner
Address
5355 Flowering Peach Dr., Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 347-3201
New Fellowship Christian Academy
Church Daycare
4.4

New Fellowship Christian Academy is a religious facility in Knoxville that combines a church with a preschool/daycare. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, loving community atmosphere, and faith-based environment. Multiple reviewers with children in the daycare program express strong satisfaction and loyalty to the facility.

caring and loving staffwelcoming communityfaith-based instruction
Address
4624 Nora Rd, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 688-1073
Mudpies And Music
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Mudpies and Music has 9 five-star reviews praising the caring staff, quality nutrition, communication with parents, and engaging activities. However, one one-star review alleges serious concerns including inappropriate discipline, inadequate feeding, poor sanitation, and verbal abuse of children.

Friendly and welcoming staffnutritious meals following CACFP guidelinesfrequent outdoor activities
Address
7600 Clinton Highway, Powell, TN
Phone
(865) 947-3080
Knoxville Christian School Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
11549 Snyder Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 966-7060
Little Miracles Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Miracles Daycare in Milan, Tennessee receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight exceptional staff care, a family-oriented atmosphere, clean facilities, strong academic preparation, and genuine dedication to child development. Parents consistently describe feeling confident and comfortable with their children's care.

Warm and patient staffclean and spacious facilitystrong academic and social preparation for kindergarten
Address
7005 Graball Drive, Milan, TN
Phone
(731) 613-2073
Tlc Foundation Station
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

TLC Foundation Station receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the owner Kristy Pittman for her caring, educational approach and involvement with children. However, one negative review alleges serious concerns including unprofessional staff behavior, poor facility cleanliness, inadequate supervision practices, and pricing issues.

caring and loving staffeducational activities and craftsbilingual support
Address
2706 Mayflower Drive, Maryville, TN
Phone
(865) 830-8332
Bright Beginnings Preschool, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
315 N. Cannon Blvd., Shelbyville, TN
Phone
(931) 703-4040
Cedar Hill Head Start Center Pre-K
Headstart Programs
4.3
Address
4701 Divine Avenue, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 886-3236
Busy Bee Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
7728 Hancock Road, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 899-4136
First Step II-Old Broadway
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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.

Warm and caring staffgenuine attention to child developmentpatient with children
Address
4605 Old Broadway, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 689-9818
Kiddie Korner Of Athens
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Kiddie Korner of Athens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, child development progress, and strong communication. Parents consistently report their children are happy and well-cared for. However, one review raises serious safety concerns about past incidents at the facility.

Caring and sweet staffexcellent communication with parentsnotable child development and academic progress
Address
710 Ohio Street, Athens, TN
Phone
(423) 453-5445
God'S Creative Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

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.

Caring and loving staffclean facilityeducational enrichment
Address
4004 Holston Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 549-5002
Kidz World
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
3525 Hickory Hill Road, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 547-1017

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3,658 all daycares across Tennessee. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Tennessee are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Tennessee's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Tennessee, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Tennessee sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Tennessee vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.