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1,221 Child Daycare & Preschools in Tennessee

Browse 1,221 child daycare & preschools 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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A Mother'S Love
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

A Mother's Love is highly praised by parents for its clean, professional environment and caring staff led by owner Sabrena. Parents report their children are engaged, learning life skills and academic content, and feel safe and loved. One parent noted a health concern with hand, foot and mouth disease.

Clean facilityprofessional and courteous staffchildren eager to attend
Address
1380 Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 622-4882
Jacobs Unit At Clingan Ridge
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise this facility with all 5-star ratings. Reviews highlight the welcoming community atmosphere, friendly staff, and family-oriented environment. Parents appreciate both the regular services and special events offered.

Friendly staffwelcoming communityfamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
2412 Georgetown Rd. Nw, Cleveland, TN
Phone
(423) 599-7226
Kids Kingdom
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Kids Kingdom as an excellent drop-in daycare facility with caring, professional staff led by owner Trina. Children enjoy attending, and parents appreciate the flexible hourly pricing, secure environment, and ability to leave their kids in trusted hands for appointments, work events, or personal time.

Caring and friendly staffclean and secure facilityflexible hourly pricing model
Address
1589 Hwy 52, Westmoreland, TN
Phone
(615) 644-3420
Learn N Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Learn N Play is highly regarded by parents in the Goodlettsville/Madison area, with most reviews praising the caring staff, involved ownership, and family-centered approach. Children are well-prepared for kindergarten in a safe, nurturing environment. One concern raised was frequent closures affecting working parents.

caring and professional staffinvolved ownersfamily-centered approach
Address
853 Wren Road, Goodlettsville, TN
Phone
(629) 867-6993
Union Child Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Union Child Enrichment Center is a church-based facility in Knoxville that offers parents day out programming. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the spiritual environment, welcoming community, and quality childcare services.

High-quality parents day out programwelcoming and friendly communityspiritual/faith-based environment
Address
6701 Washington Pike, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 333-5828
Ridgeway Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
3435 Ridge Meadow Parkway, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 416-1530
Learning Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Learning Zone at John Rice Center in Murfreesboro receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring, experienced staff, particularly Director Leigh and Assistant Director Polly, and noting significant developmental progress in their children.

Caring and experienced staff who treat children like their ownnurturing and safe environmentclean facility
Address
1021 John Rice Blvd, Murfreesboro, TN
Phone
(629) 207-3131
Metime
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise MeTime as an excellent drop-in daycare option with caring, friendly staff and a clean facility. The owner Sara is noted for being responsive and understanding of individual child needs. Parents appreciate the activities, flexibility for short-term care, and structured age-appropriate spaces.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityowner genuinely cares
Address
1410 North Mt. Juliet Road, Mt. Juliet, TN
Phone
(615) 701-2993
Blessed Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Blessed Beginnings is highly praised by parents for its caring and supportive staff. The center offers both childcare and lactation consulting services, with parents particularly appreciating the personalized attention and Christian-based environment. All recent reviewers expressed strong satisfaction with their experiences.

caring and nice staffsupportive environmentChristian-based values
Address
2505 Campbellsville Pk, Columbia, TN
Phone
(931) 381-1008
All God'S Children Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

All God's Children Early Learning (also referred to as Sunshine and Broccoli) receives exclusively positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, friendly staff, strong communication with daily photos and updates, clean facilities, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. Families express high satisfaction and recommend the center without reservation.

Caring and loving staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and bright facilities
Address
2006 Johnson Industrial Blvd., Nolensville, TN
Phone
(615) 776-3030
Primrose School Of Murfreesboro
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Primrose School of Murfreesboro receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, structured curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents report their children have thrived academically and socially, with teachers who genuinely care and communicate regularly. The center is described as feeling more like a school than a typical daycare, with strong management and a sense of community.

Caring and dedicated staffstructured curriculumsocial and emotional development focus
Address
554 Brandies Circle, Murfreesboro, TN
Phone
(615) 848-5301
Murfreesboro Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Murfreesboro Day School receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated director Morgan, family-like atmosphere, and developmentally-appropriate activities. Children are reported to be happy and thriving at the center.

Caring and qualified staffsupportive directorfamily-like atmosphere
Address
1760 South Rutherford Blvd., Murfreesboro, TN
Phone
(615) 895-6400
Family Ties Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
208 Majestic Circle, Greeneville, TN
Phone
(423) 638-2223
Boys & Girls Club Of Chattanooga, East
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
2125 East 25th Street Place, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 629-4943
The Learning Station Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise The Learning Station Enrichment Center as an excellent daycare with highly attentive, caring staff who prioritize child development. The facility offers a strong curriculum with structured learning activities, extended hours, and convenient amenities like meals and a monthly parents' night out. Children show measurable academic and social progress, and parents report feeling confident in their child's care.

Staff genuinely invested in children's growthresponsive management teamstrong curriculum and learning activities
Address
1673 Lamar Ave, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 335-5364
M M The Clown Learning And Fun Palace
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
466 East Raines Road, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 398-2484
Daffy Duck Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Daffy Duck Learning Academy for its educational curriculum, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Multiple reviewers highlight their children's developmental progress and the staff's dedication, with several noting long-term enrollment across siblings. Parents report feeling confident and reassured about their children's care and learning outcomes.

Skilled and dedicated staffchild-centered learning and academic advancementnurturing
Address
2343 Elvis Presley, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 207-5747
U.Of.M.B.K.Lipman Ecs/Ri Ctr. & Scs Prek
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
3771 Poplar Ave., Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 678-2120
The King'S Daughters Day Home Dba
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The King's Daughters Day Home receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong educational curriculum, and the facility's clean, safe environment. Children reportedly show significant academic progress and develop close relationships with teachers.

Caring and loving staffstrong education-based curriculumclean facility
Address
590 North Dupont Avenue, Madison, TN
Phone
(615) 865-5164
Jewell'S Gems Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Jewell's Gems Academy is a family-owned daycare in Nashville with mostly positive reviews praising staff compassion, communication, and cleanliness. One parent reported an unsatisfactory experience regarding seat hold policies and alleged unprofessional treatment by one staff member.

Responsive and caring caregiversexcellent communication with parentsfamily-owned operation
Address
820 Dominican Drive, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 678-1720
Hermitage Hills Day School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Hermitage Hills Day School receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, experienced staff and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight Director Chandler's excellent communication and responsiveness, along with the facility's cleanliness, safety features, and curriculum-based activities. Many families report multi-year enrollment and high confidence in the quality of care.

caring and loving staffresponsive director (Chandle
Address
225 Jackson Meadows, Hermitage, TN
Phone
(615) 942-6523
The Academy Of Mckay'S Mill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise the Academy of McKay's Mill for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like family, clean facilities, and strong academic preparation. Multiple long-term families report their children thrived there and felt it was a second home. The center is known for low teacher turnover, excellent communication with parents, and enrichment programs.

Caring and nurturing staffclean and well-maintained facilitieslow teacher turnover
Address
1401 Baffin Lane, Franklin, TN
Phone
(615) 771-1131
Cadence Academy Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Cadence Academy Franklin for its nurturing, attentive staff, small class sizes, and strong communication with families. Children reportedly enjoy attending, show academic progress, and benefit from a safe, clean facility with diverse learning experiences and extracurricular activities.

Caring and communicative staffsmall class sizeschild development and learning progress
Address
330 Mayfield Drive, Franklin, TN
Phone
(615) 771-9112
Jej Childcare,INC.Dba Southgate Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Southgate Children's Academy for its warm, home-like environment, attentive and caring staff, and strong leadership. The facility is noted for small class sizes, individualized attention, engaging curriculum, and excellent communication with parents. All reviewers report highly positive experiences with their children thriving and enjoying attendance.

Attentive and caring teacherssmall class sizes and low teacher-to-child ratiosresponsive leadership and director presence
Address
315 Southgate Court, Brentwood, TN
Phone
(615) 377-0033
Boones Creek Child Dev. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Boones Creek Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and passionate staff, safe and clean environment, balanced curriculum, and excellent communication through daily updates and photos.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized classroomsbalanced curriculum mixing learning with play
Address
1806 Old Gray Station Rd, Johnson City, TN
Phone
(423) 283-9453
Foothills Childcare & Preschool, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Foothills Childcare & Preschool for providing loving, nurturing care with a strong educational curriculum that prepares children well for kindergarten. Multiple families with multiple children have enrolled over many years, indicating high satisfaction and retention. Parents describe the facility as family-oriented with caring, dedicated staff who genuinely love the children.

Loving and caring teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartenfamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
1707 Triangle Park Dr., Maryville, TN
Phone
(865) 681-5958
Primrose School Of Nashville Midtown
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Nashville Midtown for its exceptionally caring and communicative staff, welcoming environment, and strong educational curriculum. Multiple long-term families report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with smooth transitions to kindergarten. Staff members, including leadership, are noted for being genuinely engaged, friendly, and responsive to parent concerns.

Caring and attentive teachersclear and frequent communicationwelcoming environment for new families
Address
1915 Charlotte Avenue, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 750-5941
Mnps Extended Learning At Casa Azafran
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

MNPS Extended Learning at Casa Azafran receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Parents highlight the welcoming staff, clean facilities, and quality early learning programs for Pre-K students. The center serves as an important community asset with organized physical activities and a supportive learning environment.

Friendly and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesample spaces
Address
2195 Nolensville Pike, Suite 3, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 291-4672
Casa Azafran Early Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Casa Azafran Early Center is a highly-rated community center in Nashville offering early learning and Pre-K programs. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly and attentive staff, and supportive learning environment. The center serves as an important community asset with various educational and recreational activities.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffgood Pre-K early learning program
Address
2195 Nolensville Pike, Suite 3, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 291-4672
Frogs And Lilies Child Care Center, #112
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Frogs and Lilies for exceptional care, cleanliness, and a family-oriented atmosphere. Staff are described as loving and dedicated, with strong emphasis on child development, safety, and community involvement. Multiple families report years of loyalty and satisfaction with the facility.

Loving and caring staffclean and secure facilityfamily atmosphere
Address
8225 Dexter Road, Suite 112, Cordova, TN
Phone
(901) 509-2210

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,221 child daycare & preschools 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.