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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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Franklin Child Care I
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Franklin Child Care I receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with five 5-star reviews praising the staff, educational programs, and summer activities. One parent reported poor customer service when inquiring about Spanish language programming. Overall, parents highlight strong staff quality and positive experiences with their children's development.

friendly and caring staffengaging summer program with frequent field tripsgood learning outcomes
Address
4055 Arno Road, Franklin, TN
Phone
(615) 794-9953
The Children'S Academy At Spring Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Children's Academy at Spring Hill has highly polarized reviews. Most parents (4 out of 6) report very positive experiences with caring staff, effective learning outcomes, and strong personal connections. However, two parents reported serious concerns including inappropriate discipline, staff being dismissive/on phones, and negative behavioral impacts on their children.

Caring and personable staffeffective learning and academic progressquick issue resolution
Address
1002 Secluded Lane, Spring Hill, TN
Phone
(615) 302-0950
Creative Learning, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Creative Learning LLC in Cookeville receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews gave 5-star ratings, highlighting the welcoming staff, strong communication, secure facility, and positive developmental outcomes for children. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving in the program.

Welcoming and caring staffexcellent daily communication and photo updates via mobile appsecure facility with locked doors and entry codes
Address
275 South Walnut Ave., Cookeville, TN
Phone
(931) 528-2782
Boys & Girls Club Of Chattanooga, Highla
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
2312 Duncan Avenue, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 629-0008
Noah'S Ark Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Noah's Ark Childcare in Lewisburg receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, quality educational programs, and family-like environment where children thrive and develop a love of learning. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel confident in the care their children receive.

caring and loving staffeducational qualityclean facility
Address
1683 Nashville Hwy., Lewisburg, TN
Phone
(931) 270-6082
Bilingual Academy Memphis, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Bilingual Academy Memphis receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the facility's cleanliness, professional staff, safety measures, age-appropriate activities, and bilingual education. However, several parents report concerning issues including aggressive teacher behavior toward children, unmet educational promises, unexplained fees, and dismissive responses to complaints.

Clean facilityprofessional staffsafe environment
Address
5462 E. Holmes Road, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 289-1803
Playcare Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Playcare Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents and former students. Parents highlight the caring, patient staff, supportive management, and engaging activities that make children excited to attend. The center is noted for its open-door policy and ability to work with families on various scheduling needs.

Caring and patient staffsupportive management and directorschildren enthusiastic about attending
Address
6634 Hwy 70, Bartlett, TN
Phone
(901) 386-8818
Ms. Nancy'S Preschool & Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Ms. Nancy's Preschool & Day Care receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the clean facility, caring staff, small class sizes, faith-based curriculum, and positive impact on their children's development. However, two parents reported serious concerns including inadequate behavior management strategies, poor communication, and allegations of child safety issues and staff misconduct.

Clean facilitysecurity systemsmall structured classes
Address
197 Neely Circle, Cleveland, TN
Phone
(423) 790-7533
Martha O'Bryan Center K-8
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Martha O'Bryan Center K-8 is highly praised for its caring and empathetic staff who communicate well with parents about their children's progress. Beyond childcare, the center provides extensive family support services including food assistance, adult education, resume help, and community resources. Parents consistently express gratitude for the center's mission to help underprivileged families and children.

Caring and patient staffexcellent teacher-parent communicationcomprehensive family support services
Address
711 South Seventh Street, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 254-1791
Hart To Heart Day Care Learning Ctr II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Hart to Heart Day Care Learning Center II in Nashville receives mostly positive reviews praising experienced teachers, educational development, and nurturing care. However, two negative reviews cite unprofessional staff interactions and poor communication/responsiveness to inquiries.

experienced and dedicated teachers with 30+ years tenurestrong early childhood development outcomeswell-designed learning and outdoor spaces
Address
412 Bell Road, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 399-4005
Primrose School Of East Brainerd
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Primrose School of East Brainerd receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong communication with families, and quality education and care provided across all age groups.

Caring and patient teacherssmall class sizesresponsive administration
Address
1619 Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 499-5584
E-Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

E-KIDS Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, cleanliness, educational curriculum, and safe environment. However, some reviewers reported concerns about management professionalism, staff treatment, and overall environment quality.

dedicated and caring teacherslarge facilityeducational curriculum (sign language
Address
1043 Blackford Street, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 778-4847
Little Angels Learning Center, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Little Angels Learning Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff, security features, and educational activities, but a few report serious safety and communication concerns. The majority of reviewers highlight positive experiences with their children's learning and development, while dissenting reviews cite security lapses and enrollment issues.

caring and loving staffcamera access for parentssecure key fob entry system
Address
14654 Highway 51 South, Atoka, TN
Phone
(901) 837-7086
Favorite Friends Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Favorite Friends Day Care in Knoxville receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, educational value, and family-oriented atmosphere as key strengths. The facility offers convenient school pickup/dropoff services and maintains long-term relationships with families.

caring and loving staffprofessional transportation serviceseducational curriculum with life lessons
Address
742 Kimberlin Heights Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 579-1623
Chapman Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Chapman Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, family-oriented atmosphere, quality of care, and reasonable pricing. Many families have used the center for multiple children and years.

Caring and professional stafffamily-like atmospherereasonable pricing
Address
5101 Chapman Highway, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 573-7250
Riverside Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
2105 Riverside Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 637-2918
Emory Valley Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

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 policy
Address
728 Emory Valley Road, Oak Ridge, TN
Phone
(865) 813-0565
The Village Of Woodlawn Preschool And Ec
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise The Village of Woodlawn Preschool and Early Care for its caring, attentive staff and clean, safe environment. Children show measurable developmental progress in academics and life skills, and parents appreciate strong communication throughout the day. The facility is described as welcoming, with teachers who genuinely love working with children.

Caring and dedicated staffclean and safe facilityexcellent parent communication
Address
2132 Woodlawn Road, Woodlawn, TN
Phone
(931) 572-0099
Children'S Cultural Academy Dba Flicc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise FLICC for exceptional care, strong kindergarten preparation, and a warm, nurturing environment. The facility offers comprehensive programming including meals, music classes, soccer lessons, and Spanish instruction. Staff members are described as compassionate, expert educators who make children eager to attend.

Caring and gentle staffexcellent kindergarten readinessSpanish language instruction
Address
650 Harbor Edge Dr., Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 543-0355
Littlebug'S Learning Leaf
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Littlebugs Learning Leaf for its caring, high-quality staff and nature-focused curriculum. Children are well-prepared for kindergarten and benefit from outdoor activities, engaging programs, and a close-knit community atmosphere. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction and genuine relationships between staff and children.

Caring and nurturing teachersnature-focused outdoor environmentpark-like wooded setting with gardens and nature walks
Address
6808 Baum Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 851-8318
Hart To Heart Day Care Lrng Ctr, INC 1
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Hart to Heart Day Care is a center-based program in Nashville with highly experienced teachers and a strong educational focus. Most parents praise the caring environment, child development outcomes, and hands-on attention. However, some parents reported unprofessional communication and difficulty reaching leadership.

Experienced and dedicated teachers with 30+ years tenurestrong early childhood education outcomeshands-on individualized attention
Address
1244 2nd Avenue South, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 244-7763
Generation Changers Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
224 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Nashville, TN
Phone
(615) 881-6785
Able Academy, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Able Academy receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, engaging activities, and long-term quality of care. However, two recent negative reviews raise concerns about staff attentiveness to feeding/care and inadequate security protocols during pickup.

caring and engaged teachersfun planned activitiesacademic and social development
Address
3837 Mendenhall Road, Memphis, TN
Phone
(901) 443-5132
Tn School For The Deaf Nashville
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

TN School for the Deaf Nashville receives mostly positive reviews praising genuine, caring staff and strong academic/confidence-building programs. However, recent reviews from former students reveal significant concerns about unprofessional behavior from residential cottage staff, bullying incidents, and inadequate conflict resolution processes.

Dedicated and caring teaching staffgenuine investment in students' academic success and confidence-buildingmodern facil
Address
115 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Nashville, TN
Phone
(865) 227-0555
Bright Beginnings Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
9158 Highway 70 E, Mcewen, TN
Phone
(931) 228-8067
Kids Rock Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kids Rock Daycare Center in Chattanooga receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the welcoming staff, caring environment, and strong leadership under the new director Jennifer. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and learning through engaging activities, with regular communication and updates throughout the day.

Warm and welcoming staffattentive care and personalized attentionnew director implemented positive changes and training
Address
7480 Goodwin Road, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 803-2555
Little Kings And Queens Child
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
3414 1st Avenue, Chattanooga, TN
Phone
(423) 698-1531
Tracy'S Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Tracy's Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and child development outcomes, while two parents report serious concerns including inadequate behavioral support, poor hygiene practices, discriminatory treatment, and financial inconsistencies.

caring and patient staffstrong curriculumchildren develop academically ahead of peers
Address
7717 Oak Ridge Highway, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 690-4954
Learning Tree @ Cordova
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Learning Tree @ Cordova receives mixed reviews. Five parents gave 5-star ratings praising the facility, activities, staff attentiveness, and reasonable pricing. However, three lower ratings cited concerns about staff consistency, hygiene, neglect indicators, outdated facilities, and unprofessional behavior.

Excellent teachers and staff (noted staff)loads of activities and learning opportunitiesreasonable prices
Address
7917 Club Center Cove, Cordova, TN
Phone
(901) 751-6700
Sam E. Hill Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1725 Delaware Avenue, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 594-3632

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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.