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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.

Daycare Type	Total
Childcare & Pre-school	1,221
Headstart Programs	285
Religious / Church Based Daycare	566
Before or After School	1,586

Childcare & Pre-school

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Headstart Programs

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Religious / Church Based Daycare

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Before or After School

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Browse by type in Tennessee

🎨 Preschools 331 ✝️ Christian Daycare 177 🕊️ Baptist Daycare 75 🎒 After School Programs 50 🌱 Montessori 48 📚 Kindergarten 24 ⛪ Catholic Daycare 19 👶 Infant & Toddler 7 🌍 Bilingual Daycare 2

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Campus Kids Corner (Swtcc)

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 5990 Resources Drive, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 333-4500

Lapetite Academy @ Walnut Bend

Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy @ Walnut Bend in Cordova receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, strong leadership under director Ms. Kenya Johnson, and quality learning environment. Parents consistently highlight their children's academic and social growth, excellent communication, and the welcoming, family-like atmosphere throughout the facility.

Caring and attentive staffstrong leadership and directionsafe and clean facility

Address: 330 S Walnut Bend, Cordova, TN
Phone: (901) 755-7575

Sensational Enlightenment

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 5960 Knight Arnold Road Ext, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 729-6021

Ms. Diane'S Hands Of Joy Childcare

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 3746 Watkins, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 347-9973

Memphis Business Academy Gmtwn Comm Prek

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 4442 S. Germantown Road, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 846-7105

Sensational Enlightenment Extended Care

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 5960 Knight Arnold Road, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 729-6021

Higher Learning Enrichment Academy LLC

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 5750 Winchester Road, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 672-7151

Open Hearts Child Care Center

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 2975 Austin Peay, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 634-2204

Knowledge First Child Care Academy

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 4858 Millbranch Road, Memphis, TN
Phone: (901) 864-7491

Frank Hughes School-Esp

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 414 Main Street, Clifton, TN
Phone: (931) 676-3325

Head Start - Townsend Center

Headstart Programs

Address: 140 Tiger Drive, Townsend, TN
Phone: (865) 448-9195

Mary Blount Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 131 South Old Glory Road, Maryville, TN
Phone: (865) 982-0608

Waterville Pre-K/Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 4081 Dalton Pike Se, Cleveland, TN
Phone: (423) 559-5067

Charleston Pre-K Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 8797 Hiwassee St., Charleston, TN
Phone: (423) 336-6746

Black Fox Elementary Pre-K/Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 3119 Varnell Rd Sw, Cleveland, TN
Phone: (423) 303-3556

North Lee Elemenentary Pre-K/Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 205 Sequoia Drive Nw, Cleveland, TN
Phone: (423) 790-5067

Valley Forge Elementary Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 1485 Riverview Road, Elizabethton, TN
Phone: (423) 547-8319

Telamon Early Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 139 Judge Don Lewis Blvd., Elizabethton, TN
Phone: (423) 543-2233

Ellen Myers Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 305 Nettelton Road, Cumberland Gap, TN
Phone: (423) 626-9270

Powell Valley Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 245 Powell Valley School Lane, Speedwell, TN
Phone: (423) 869-0222

Jamestown Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 629-A North Main Street, Jamestown, TN
Phone: (931) 879-7973

Kenton Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 101 B Tommy Wade Drive, Kenton, TN
Phone: (731) 749-6435

North Hamblen Head Start #2

Headstart Programs

Address: 2125 Fairview Road, Morristown, TN
Phone: (423) 586-6493

Hardin County Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 425 South Street, Savannah, TN
Phone: (731) 925-3890

Carter'S Valley Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 1006 North Central Ave, Church Hill, TN
Phone: (423) 272-6184

Mcpheeter'S Bend Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 1115 Goshen Valley Road, Church Hill, TN
Phone: (423) 863-1003

Paris Ssd Pre K/Head Start #1

Headstart Programs

Address: 115 South Wilson Street, Paris, TN
Phone: (731) 642-8011 EXT 2042

Hickman County Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 200 Bulldog Blvd, Centerville, TN
Phone: (931) 729-1737

Highland Rim Head Start @ Tn Ridge

Headstart Programs

Highland Rim Head Start @ TN Ridge receives consistently high praise from parents, with multiple 5-star reviews. Parents highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff, clean and safe facility with strong security measures, engaging learning environment, and comprehensive meals and snacks provided throughout the day. Children reportedly show significant developmental progress and enjoy attending.

Caring and loving teachersclean facilitysafe environment with security measures (door codes

Address: 1165 Highway 49, Erin, TN
Phone: (931) 289-4135

Cherokee Head Start

Headstart Programs

Address: 203 West Old A. J. Highway, Jefferson City, TN
Phone: (865) 475-5974

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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.