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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Knoxvile, TN

Compare 1 child daycare & preschools in Knoxvile. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Knoxvile, Tennessee at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Knoxvile has 1 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Knoxvile

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.

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    Morning Star Child Development Center
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    10614 Flickenger Lane, Knoxvile, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 280 children

    Morning Star Child Development Center receives consistently excellent reviews, with parents praising the warm, attentive staff and child-centered approach to learning. Parents highlight strong parent involvement opportunities, cultural celebration, outdoor play, and the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy as key strengths. Multiple families describe the center as feeling like a second home where their children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

    Caring and invested teacherswarm and welcoming environmentReggio Emilia educational approachextensive parent involvement opportunities

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Knoxvile

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Knoxvile (280–280 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Knoxvile based on parent reviews

Morning Star Child Development Center

4.8(20)

10614 Flickenger Lane, Knoxvile, TN

Morning Star Child Development Center receives consistently excellent reviews, with parents praising the warm, attentive staff and child-centered approach to learning. Parents highlight strong parent involvement opportunities, cultural celebration, outdoor play, and the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy as key strengths. Multiple families describe the center as feeling like a second home where their children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Caring and invested teacherswarm and welcoming environmentReggio Emilia educational approach

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Knoxvile, Tennessee

There are 1 child daycare & preschools in Knoxvile, Tennessee. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Knoxvile have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Knoxvile, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Knoxvile

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Morning Star Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Morning Star Child Development Center receives consistently excellent reviews, with parents praising the warm, attentive staff and child-centered approach to learning. Parents highlight strong parent involvement opportunities, cultural celebration, outdoor play, and the Reggio Emilia educational philosophy as key strengths. Multiple families describe the center as feeling like a second home where their children thrive emotionally, socially, and academically.

Caring and invested teacherswarm and welcoming environmentReggio Emilia educational approach
Address
10614 Flickenger Lane, Knoxvile, TN
Phone
(865) 671-0244

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 child daycare & preschools daycares in Knoxvile, Tennessee. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Knoxvile have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Knoxvile, 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
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 Knoxvile for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Knoxvile 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.