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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 TypeTotal
Childcare & Pre-school1,221
Headstart Programs285
Religious / Church Based Daycare566
Before or After School1,586

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🎨 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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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
Englewood Elementary Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
108 College Street, Englewood, TN
Phone
(423) 617-0561
Riceville Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
3592 Highway 11 South, Riceville, TN
Phone
(423) 617-0560
Burchfield Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1108 W. 3rd Ave., Oneida, TN
Phone
(423) 569-5022
Columbia Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1807 Columbia Avenue, Columbia, TN
Phone
(931) 223-6417
Douglass Head Start
Headstart Programs

One parent reports severe staff misconduct, including a teacher allegedly hitting a child and an administrator yelling profanities. The reviewer also notes a lack of administrative support and concerns about safety protocols, such as holding graduation in a classroom due to prior hallway fights.

Address
1600 North Ash, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 452-7736
Rock Springs Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
1238 Moreland Drive, Kingsport, TN
Phone
(423) 354-1380
Mary Hughes Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
240 North Austin Springs Road, Piney Flats, TN
Phone
(423) 354-1835
Miller Perry Head Start
Headstart Programs
Address
904 Fordtown Road, Kingsport, TN
Phone
(423) 354-1760
Woodbury Grammar Esp
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
530 West Adams Street, Woodbury, TN
Phone
(615) 563-2220
Tennessee Tots Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
440 Blue Ridge Drive, Elizabethton, TN
Phone
(423) 543-3401
Nana'S Playland
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9 Richardson Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 569-3493
Revere Jewish Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
95 Bellevue Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 646-5750
Jaymes Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

Jaymes Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents highlighting staff quality and care, but serious concerns from others about unprofessional management, poor communication, lack of staff training, and alleged mistreatment of children with developmental delays. The center has reportedly closed with little notice to parents and staff.

Experienced and kind staff (especially Ms. Bobo)long-term customer satisfactionsupportive environment
Address
4923 Jonquil Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 953-6907
Ymca @ Inglewood
Before or After School Daycare
Address
1700 Riverside Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 259-3418
Moves & Grooves @ Smith Springs Elem
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3132 Smith Springs Road, Antioch, TN
Phone
(615) 953-1363

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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.