How do I choose the right daycare in Oak Ridge?

When choosing a daycare in Oak Ridge, 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

What types of daycare are available in Oak Ridge?

Oak Ridge offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 5 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 6 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Oak Ridge, Tennessee (7 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Tennessee?

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 Oak Ridge for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oak Ridge

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.

Emory Valley Early Learning Center

4.08 score

4.1(20)

728 Emory Valley Road, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 56 children

Emory Valley Early Learning Center receives consistent praise for its professional, caring staff and developmentally appropriate programming. Parents highlight the director's responsiveness, open-door policy, and exceptional support for children with special needs through services like TEIS. The center is noted for creating a welcoming environment where children are happy to attend.

Professional and patient staffresponsive directoropen-door policydevelopmentally appropriate curriculum

Brookside Learning Center

3.84 score

3.8(19)

218 Jefferson Avenue, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

Parents consistently praise Brookside Learning Center for its clean facility, staff stability, and attentive care. Multiple reviewers highlight the dedication of specific staff members (Cathy, Jay, Nikki, Amy, Vallie, and Cindy) and note their children are happy and learning. The center is recommended for its safety measures, communication with parents, and caring atmosphere.

Clean facilityconsistent staff with no turnovercaring and attentive teacherssecurity system and cameras

Oak Ridge Nursery School

3.22 score

2.9(12)

151 Robertsville Road, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children

Oak Ridge Nursery School has undergone significant recent staffing changes that parents view positively. While multiple recent reviews praise improved management, caring teachers, and family-oriented curriculum, older reviews cite serious concerns about supervision, hygiene, staff turnover, and illness outbreaks.

Recent staff improvements and new leadershipcaring and dedicated teachers in certain classroomsclean and organized facilityfamily-oriented atmosphere

Blossom Center For Childhood Excellence

3.07 score

2.6(10)

280 Royce Circle, Oak Ridge, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

Blossom Center for Childhood Excellence receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about safety, medical accommodations, and director responsiveness. While some parents praise staff warmth and developmental activities, multiple parents report serious issues including inadequate handling of medical emergencies, poor hygiene practices, safety concerns, and dismissive leadership.

Supportive and caring staff membersdevelopmental growth of childrenengaging activitiesflexible scheduling

Child Daycare & Preschools in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, making up 37% of the 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, out of 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Oak Ridge, 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

Oak Ridge offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 5 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Oak Ridge for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Oak Ridge 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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oak Ridge

Top Rated

Emory Valley Early Learning Center

Heritage Pre-School

Brookside Learning Center

Oak Ridge Nursery School

Blossom Center For Childhood Excellence

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