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46 Church Daycare in Knoxville, Tennessee

Browse all 46 church daycare in Knoxville, Tennessee. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Knoxville

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.

  1. 1

    2647 Woodbine Avenue, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 48 children

    Bubbles and Giggles Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, clean and safe environment, and strong focus on child development and learning. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show noticeable growth in language, social skills, and confidence.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and safe environmentchild development focusregular communication with parents (photos and progress reports)
  2. 2

    120 Coach Road, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 198 children

    Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Farragut for its caring, experienced staff who treat children with genuine attention and affection. The facility is noted for its well-designed, age-appropriate curriculum that balances academics with social-emotional learning, and for maintaining strong communication with families. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, arriving excited for school each day.

    Caring and experienced staffwarm and welcoming environmentage-appropriate curriculumstrong academic results
  3. 3

    8901 Bluegrass Road, Knoxville, TN · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: 99 children

    Parents consistently praise Bluegrass KinderCare for its dedicated, loving staff and strong educational programs. Director Ms. Terry and the teaching team are highlighted for their genuine care, creating a family-like environment where children thrive academically and socially. Parents report feeling confident and at ease leaving their children in this center's care.

    Dedicated and caring staffexperienced teachersclean facilitiesstrong curriculum
  4. 4

    1207 Broadway, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 124 children

    First Lutheran Early Childhood Education in Knoxville is a religious facility that parents describe as welcoming and warm with nice facilities. Reviews highlight the church's beautiful Gothic architecture, friendly staff, and strong sense of community. Parents appreciate both the preschool program and the overall family-oriented environment.

    Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities and architecturegood preschool programstrong community
  5. 5

    6300 Deane Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 172 children

    Central Baptist Bearden Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, community events, and quality programming including VBS and nursery care. The facility is described as Christ-centered, community-focused, and inclusive of families with special needs.

    Friendly and helpful staffwelcoming environmentquality children's programming (VBSnursery)
  6. 6

    212 Hotel Rd, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 178 children

    The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare program itself. Instead, they are reviews of the church facility and its community programs, including Celebrate Recovery meetings, a dance program, and general church activities. No parents have left reviews specifically about the preschool experience.

    None mentioned regarding daycare services
  7. 7

    12733 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Trinity Learning Center LLC receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight caring, attentive teachers, strong educational programming, and a nurturing environment. Parents consistently commend the director Jennifer, low teacher-to-student ratios, strict phone policies during work hours, and the center's commitment to child safety and development. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained loyal for years.

    caring and loving teachersexcellent teacher-to-student ratiosstrong educational curriculum blended with play-based learningattentive director who provides daily updates
  8. 8

    124 South Cruze, Knoxville, TN · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    YWCA Phyllis Wheatley After School is highly rated by community members for its comprehensive programming and quality care. The facility offers diverse activities including swimming lessons, STEM, garden club, cooking classes, and field trips. The center serves as a community resource for events, meetings, and outreach programs.

    loving and caring staffcomprehensive programming (STEMswimmingcooking
  9. 9

    11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 140 children

    First Baptist Concord is a religious facility in Knoxville that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality worship services, and well-organized children's and youth programs including VBS and Sunday School classes for all ages.

    Welcoming and friendly communitygospel-centered teachingprofessional children's ministry with safe environmentquality worship music
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    9000 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN · Church Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

    Valley Grove Baptist Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the church's welcoming atmosphere, strong faith-based teachings, and community programs. However, the reviews provided focus primarily on church services rather than preschool/daycare operations specifically.

    Friendly and welcoming staffstrong biblical teachingactive youth and children's ministriescommunity programs (Upward basketball)

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Knoxville based on parent reviews

First Lutheran Early Childhood Ed

4.9(13)

1207 Broadway, Knoxville, TN

First Lutheran Early Childhood Education in Knoxville is a religious facility that parents describe as welcoming and warm with nice facilities. Reviews highlight the church's beautiful Gothic architecture, friendly staff, and strong sense of community. Parents appreciate both the preschool program and the overall family-oriented environment.

Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities and architecturegood preschool program

Central Baptist Bearden Preschool

4.8(20)

6300 Deane Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN

Central Baptist Bearden Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, community events, and quality programming including VBS and nursery care. The facility is described as Christ-centered, community-focused, and inclusive of families with special needs.

Friendly and helpful staffwelcoming environmentquality children's programming (VBS

Fountain City Umc Preschool

4.8(20)

212 Hotel Rd, Knoxville, TN

The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare program itself. Instead, they are reviews of the church facility and its community programs, including Celebrate Recovery meetings, a dance program, and general church activities. No parents have left reviews specifically about the preschool experience.

None mentioned regarding daycare services

First Baptist. Concord After School Care

4.7(20)

11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN

First Baptist Concord is a religious facility in Knoxville that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality worship services, and well-organized children's and youth programs including VBS and Sunday School classes for all ages.

Welcoming and friendly communitygospel-centered teachingprofessional children's ministry with safe environment

Valley Grove Baptist Preschool

4.7(20)

9000 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN

Valley Grove Baptist Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the church's welcoming atmosphere, strong faith-based teachings, and community programs. However, the reviews provided focus primarily on church services rather than preschool/daycare operations specifically.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong biblical teachingactive youth and children's ministries

First Baptistconcord Christian Preschool

4.7(20)

11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN

Note: Reviews provided are for the church facility, not the preschool program. Reviewers praise the welcoming community, gospel-centered teaching, quality worship music, and well-organized children's ministry and programs. The facility is described as large, clean, and professionally run with a safe environment for children.

Welcoming and warm congregationgospel-centered pastorupbeat contemporary worship music

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Church Daycare in Knoxville, Tennessee

There are 46 church daycare in Knoxville, Tennessee, making up 21% of the 219 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 Knoxville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Church Daycare in Knoxville

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Garden Of Discovery Learning Academy
Church Daycare
5
Address
1601 Dandridge Avenue, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 387-6858
St. Mark Early Enrichment Program
Church Daycare
5
Address
7001 S. Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 558-0585
West Emory Children'S Enrichment Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
1035 Emory Church Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 690-2422
First United Methodist Child Dev. Center
Church Daycare
5
Address
3316 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 525-8843
Grace Covenant Baptist Church Ccc
Church Daycare
5
Address
9956 Dutchtown Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 690-3681
First Lutheran Early Childhood Ed
Church Daycare
4.9

First Lutheran Early Childhood Education in Knoxville is a religious facility that parents describe as welcoming and warm with nice facilities. Reviews highlight the church's beautiful Gothic architecture, friendly staff, and strong sense of community. Parents appreciate both the preschool program and the overall family-oriented environment.

Friendly and welcoming staffbeautiful facilities and architecturegood preschool program
Address
1207 Broadway, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 523-9298
Central Baptist Bearden Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

Central Baptist Bearden Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with consistently positive feedback. Parents praise the welcoming staff, community events, and quality programming including VBS and nursery care. The facility is described as Christ-centered, community-focused, and inclusive of families with special needs.

Friendly and helpful staffwelcoming environmentquality children's programming (VBS
Address
6300 Deane Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 450-1000
Fountain City Umc Preschool
Church Daycare
4.8

The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare program itself. Instead, they are reviews of the church facility and its community programs, including Celebrate Recovery meetings, a dance program, and general church activities. No parents have left reviews specifically about the preschool experience.

None mentioned regarding daycare services
Address
212 Hotel Rd, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 689-5518
West Hills Bapt. Preschool & Kind
Church Daycare
4.7

West Hills Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten receives universal praise from parents who highlight the school's commitment to both academic excellence and preserving childhood joy. Parents consistently commend the dedicated, caring staff, small class sizes, and strong kindergarten preparation that gives children both academic and social-emotional foundations.

Caring and dedicated staffsmall class sizesstrong academic focus on reading and literacy
Address
409 Winston Rd., Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 690-4251
First Baptist. Concord After School Care
Church Daycare
4.7

First Baptist Concord is a religious facility in Knoxville that receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews praise the welcoming community, quality worship services, and well-organized children's and youth programs including VBS and Sunday School classes for all ages.

Welcoming and friendly communitygospel-centered teachingprofessional children's ministry with safe environment
Address
11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 672-1447
Valley Grove Baptist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Valley Grove Baptist Preschool is a religious facility in Knoxville with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the church's welcoming atmosphere, strong faith-based teachings, and community programs. However, the reviews provided focus primarily on church services rather than preschool/daycare operations specifically.

Friendly and welcoming staffstrong biblical teachingactive youth and children's ministries
Address
9000 Sevierville Pike, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 577-6631
First Baptistconcord Christian Preschool
Church Daycare
4.7

Note: Reviews provided are for the church facility, not the preschool program. Reviewers praise the welcoming community, gospel-centered teaching, quality worship music, and well-organized children's ministry and programs. The facility is described as large, clean, and professionally run with a safe environment for children.

Welcoming and warm congregationgospel-centered pastorupbeat contemporary worship music
Address
11704 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 672-1520
Sacred Heart Cathedral Young Folks
Church Daycare
4.7

This is not a daycare facility - it is a Catholic cathedral in Knoxville, Tennessee. Reviews describe it as a beautiful worship space with welcoming clergy, excellent music programs, and good acoustics, rather than childcare services.

Beautiful architecturefriendly congregation and stafftalented music programs (choir
Address
711 Northshore Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 584-8882
Sacred Heart Cathedral Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Sacred Heart Cathedral Preschool is a highly-regarded Catholic facility in Knoxville praised for its beautiful architecture, welcoming community, and quality religious education. Parents consistently highlight the caring teachers, inspiring masses, and excellent music program. The facility is noted for being clean, spacious, and well-maintained.

Beautiful architecture reminiscent of European cathedralscaring and friendly teacherswonderful priests and religious staff
Address
417 Erin Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 558-4129
Church Street Umc Preschool
Church Daycare
4.6

Church Street UMC Preschool is a highly regarded religious facility in Knoxville with a strong reputation for welcoming community and quality early childhood education. Parents praise the caring staff, beautiful historic building, and inclusive environment that serves families and the broader community. The facility offers diverse programs and has maintained positive relationships with families over decades.

Kind and knowledgeable staffwelcoming environmentbeauti
Address
900 Henley St., Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 524-3511
Wallace Memorial Child Care Center
Church Daycare
4.6

Wallace Memorial Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, particularly for its Parents Day Out and after-school programs. Parents report excellent teacher quality, strong spiritual education, and individual attention to their children's development and care. The facility is noted for helping children prepare for kindergarten and providing parents with peace of mind.

Caring and friendly staffexcellent preparation for kindergartendaily photo updates
Address
701 Merchants Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 689-3940
West Lonsdale Baptist Ccc
Church Daycare
4.6

West Lonsdale Baptist CCC receives consistently positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised for affordable pricing, responsive and caring staff, and happy children. Parents also note the church's strong community involvement and support for local initiatives.

Affordable rates compared to other Knoxville daycarescommunicative and caring staffchildren are happy at pickup
Address
2720 Dayton Street, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 544-1829
Wallace Memorial After School
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents praise Wallace Memorial After School for its exceptional daycare and parents' day out programs, reporting well-prepared children, responsive staff, and strong child development outcomes. The facility integrates Christian education and values into its curriculum. Parents consistently express high satisfaction and peace of mind with their children's care.

Attentive and caring staffChristian education integrated into programchildren well-prepared for kindergarten
Address
701 Merchants Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 688-7270
Arnstein Jewish Community Center
Church Daycare
4.6
Address
6800 Deane Hill Drive, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 963-8001
Preschool Of 2nd Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.6

Reviews praise the preschool's teachers and administrators as awesome, with the church facility itself noted as beautiful with ample parking and space. Most reviewers highlight the welcoming atmosphere and community-oriented approach of the church and its programs.

Awesome teachers and administratorsbeautiful facilitywelcoming congregation
Address
2829 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 523-9997
Farragut Church Of Christ Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Parents praise Farragut Church of Christ Preschool for its caring teachers, loving classroom environment, and warm, welcoming congregation. The facility is noted for exceptional community support and compassion, extending care beyond typical preschool services to help families in need. Reviews consistently highlight the church's commitment to faith-based education and genuine care for children and families.

caring teachersloving classroomswarm congregation
Address
136 Smith Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 966-5040
Beaver Dam Baptist Child Care
Church Daycare
4.5

Beaver Dam Baptist Child Care receives consistently positive feedback, with visitors praising the welcoming and kind atmosphere throughout the facility. Reviewers highlight the quality of biblical teaching, worship services, and the genuinely caring community members. The church is described as a place where visitors feel the presence of God and experience genuine fellowship.

Welcoming and kind staffbiblical teaching focused on scripturequality worship and music programs
Address
4328 East Emory Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 922-8677
Trinity Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.4

Trinity Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and reasonable pricing. Five parents gave 5-star ratings highlighting staff consistency, educational support, and family-oriented care. One parent gave a 1-star rating citing concerns about staff rudeness and treatment of people of color.

Caring and consistent staffsafe and clean facilityreasonable pricing compared to o
Address
5613 Western Avenue, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 588-6833
New Fellowship Christian Academy
Church Daycare
4.4

New Fellowship Christian Academy is a religious facility in Knoxville that combines a church with a preschool/daycare. Parents consistently praise the caring staff, loving community atmosphere, and faith-based environment. Multiple reviewers with children in the daycare program express strong satisfaction and loyalty to the facility.

caring and loving staffwelcoming communityfaith-based instruction
Address
4624 Nora Rd, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 688-1073
Knoxville Christian School Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4
Address
11549 Snyder Road, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 966-7060
Davis Center For Child Development
Church Daycare
4.3

Davis Center receives predominantly positive reviews praising loving, attentive staff and daily photo updates. However, one parent reported significant concerns about infant care quality, hygiene, frequent illness, and high staff turnover.

Warm and caring teachersfriendly office staffchildren enjoy attending
Address
500 Hotel Rd, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 687-0815
West End Kindergarten
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
8301 E. Walker Springs Ln, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 690-0900
Bearden Umc Childcare & Afterschool Care
Church Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise BEARDEN UMC CHILDCARE & AFTERSCHOOL CARE for its caring, patient staff and Christian environment. All reviews highlight the facility's loving teachers, good communication with families, and strong community atmosphere. Children show developmental progress and parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and well-being.

Kind and patient teachersChristian/religious programming with weekly chapelexcellent staff-to-child ratios
Address
4407 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 588-1492
Central Baptist Weekday Educ. Programs
Church Daycare
4.1

Central Baptist Weekday Education Programs receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising warm, caring staff and notable child development progress. However, two negative reviews cite inconsistent policy enforcement and concerns about disability accommodation and director honesty.

Warm and welcoming staffexcellent child care and developmentgood communication with parents
Address
5364 N Broadway, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 687-1411
Partners For Children At Inskip
Church Daycare
3.9

Partners for Children at Inskip is a religious facility in Knoxville with overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents praising the loving, caring staff and quality care. The center has been operating since 1989 with a 3-star quality rating and no critical violations. One parent reported serious concerns about infant care and unmet dietary needs.

Loving and respectful staffgood communication with parents about child's needs/health/safetystate compliance
Address
714 Cedar Lane, Knoxville, TN
Phone
(865) 689-9516

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Frequently asked questions

There are 46 church daycare daycares in Knoxville, Tennessee, out of 219 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 Knoxville, 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
Knoxville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 98 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 46 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 69 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 Knoxville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Knoxville 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.