Best Child Care in Nashville, TN
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Also offers: Toddlers, Twos, Early Preschool, and more
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Christian daycare providing services to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and Kindergarteners. Curriculum includes math, reading, writing, biblical studies, gardening, art, and music. Program...
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With 20 years of educational experience, Southern Stars offers the most flexible preschool options to build your personalized preschool package to meet your family’s needs. We are conveniently located...
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The Academy for GOD Preschool serves children ages 18 months-5 years during normal school hours. We provide a nurturing, engaging learning environment where children are introduced to Biblical values...
Child Care Program
Preschool Program
The Academy for GOD Preschool offers 2-5 days of care for 3-4 Year Old and PreK children, with 2 time options: 8:45-1:15 or 8:45-3:30.
Speaks Spanish
Primrose School of Nashville Midtown is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on Charlotte Avenue near Centennial Park. Programs include...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Preschool Pathways, Early Preschool, Preschool, and more
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Speaks Spanish
Primrose School of Nashville 12 South is a private preschool offering Balanced Learning® early education and child care, conveniently located on 10th Avenue South just off 12 Avenue South. Programs...
Infant Program
At this age, your infant is mainly learning through observation and exploration. For example, as our Infant teachers talk and sing with your child during feeding, diaper changes and playtime, your little one is beginning to understand language and conversation. Nurturing interactions like these will fill your child’s day and can be adapted and personalized to meet their individual needs.
Toddler Program
In our Toddler program, you’ll find carefully selected equipment that our newest walkers love to climb on, crawl through and hide in while stretching their gross motor skills. Teachers also use books, toys, games and other materials to create exciting explorations into colors, shapes, science and more.
Also offers: Preschool, Early Preschool, Preschool Pathways, and more
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Speaks Spanish
Priest Lake Christian Academy is a private, learning-enriched preschool. We have loving, dedicated teachers who work with the Abeka curriculum in small groups of children to help them meet their...
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Faith-based learning center serving preschool, kindergarten, and school-age children. Social, emotional, and spiritual development is fostered critical thinking and a social justice mindset. ...
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In-home daycare/Pre-k offering childcare services to infants through school-age children. Daily schedule includes projects, painting, dancing, singing, and outdoor play. Program offers preparation for...
Pre-k
New Pre-k program starting next Monday and have 2 spots ready to be filled! I have 2 more spots open for a scheduled walk through and orientation. This time is for everyone to get to know each other and ask any questions you have and get to see how the program works!
Penguins
Offer excellent care for your newborn throughout the day. Helping them meet and learn milestones even at the earliest age. Plenty of one on one attention. We work together to make make a schedule for your child and us that makes for a smooth transition from home to home away from home.
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Childcare program, located at West Nashville Church, providing Christ-based early education using the Emergent Curriculum. Program promotes child-directed activities and learning through play....
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We are a home-based Montessori program serving children ages 1-5.
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Ithaca Montessori School offers a child-centered environment, providing a traditional Montessori education for children 2.5 to 5 years. The school emphasizes self-directed learning, independence, and...
Speaks Spanish
Preschool learning center serving toddlers and preschool children through pre-k. Social, emotional, and physical development is fostered through lessons in reading, letters, numbers, arts and crafts,...
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Schrader Lane Vine Hill Child Care offers a fun, safe, and nurturing environment for early childhood education. It provides a stimulating space where children can explore, learn, and grow under the...
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Little Harvard Daycare provides a secure and nurturing environment where children can explore, learn, and grow through age-appropriate activities that promote social, physical, creative, emotional,...
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A New Leaf Garden Campus offers preschool for ages 18 months to 5 years and summer camp programs for ages 2-4 years. We are located in Bellevue where our forest and garden playscapes support our...
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Temple Academy Preschool provides early childhood education in a faith-based environment. The preschool program focuses on age-appropriate learning activities and social development.
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Childcare program, located at Payne Chapel AME Church, providing religious and educational activities to infants through school-age children. ABC Jesus Loves Me curriculum is incorporated into the...
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Childcare program providing preschool and pre-k education to children with low-income families. Children also receive dental, vision, hearing, and speech and language screenings. Family involvement in...
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Daycare and learning center serving toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, and school-aged children. Practical life skills, decision-making skills, and freedom of movement are encouraged through the...
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St. Clement Christian Academy is a faith-based early learning center providing care and education for children from 6 weeks through Pre-K. The academy focuses on academic, spiritual, and social...
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Childcare program, located at Belmont United Methodist Church, offering an instructional, play-based curriculum to infants through preschoolers. Children are divided into separate classes, based on...
Speaks Spanish
Daycare providing services to preschool-aged children. Curriculum includes kindergarten-readiness skills in math, reading, and writing. Activities in art, music, imaginative play, and active play are...
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Preschool program, located at Crieve Hall Church of Christ, providing opportunities for children to build physical, social, emotional, mental, and spiritual development in a Christian environment....
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Childcare program providing individualized classes for infants through preschool-aged children. Children receive age-appropriate activities to foster the development of academic and motor skills....
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Pre-K program, located at Paragon Mills Elementary School, using The Creative Curriculum to provide children with kindergarten-readiness skills. Children build knowledge in the following areas: math,...
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Program provides a multicultural environment that encourages children to become self-motivated to exhibit learning potential while under the guidance of Montessori teachers.
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Childcare center and preschool program for infants through Pre-Kindergarten. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum focused on inspiring a love of learning through a combination of early academics and...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
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Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum designed to...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Site utilizes a play-based curriculum designed to...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Preschool Program, Discovery Preschool, Prekindergarten Program
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The Gardner School of Midtown - Nashville is a NAEYC-accredited preschool and child care center located near Saint Thomas Midtown Hospital. We provide early childhood education for children ages 6...
Infants
The Gardner School’s infant program provides a warm, nurturing environment where babies build trust, confidence, and early learning skills. Guided by The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos, teachers foster exploration through responsive, individualized care. Nursery suites feature personalized touches like individual cribs and family photos, while small ratios, a shoe-free policy, and flexible feeding and diapering routines ensure a safe, clean, and tailored experience. We maintain strong parent communication through real-time updates, developmental assessments, and shared moments via our app. Teachers use American Sign Language to support early communication and incorporate Itsy Bitsy Yoga to promote sleep, digestion, and well-being. By honoring each infant’s unique schedule, we provide attentive care that supports growth, connection, and development from the start.
Toddlers
The Gardner School’s toddler program nurtures independence, growth, and socialization in a supportive, engaging environment. Using The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos, teachers encourage exploration through play and responsive interactions. As children transition from American Sign Language to early language, communication is supported through stories, songs, puzzles, and hands-on learning. Group activities build confidence, social skills, and emotional development. Families stay connected through real-time updates, photos, and app notifications. Monthly themes introduce colors, sensory exploration, cooperative play, and self-expression. Itsy Bitsy Yoga supports sleep, digestion, and well-being. By fostering curiosity and creativity, we build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
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The Gardner School of Nashville is a NAEYC-accredited preschool and child care center located in the Century City Business Park off Elm Hill Pike, directly across from South College. We provide early...
Infants
The Gardner School’s infant program provides a warm, nurturing environment where babies build trust, confidence, and early learning skills. Guided by The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos, teachers foster exploration through responsive, individualized care. Nursery suites feature personalized touches like individual cribs and family photos, while small ratios, a shoe-free policy, and flexible feeding and diapering routines ensure a safe, clean, and tailored experience. We maintain strong parent communication through real-time updates, developmental assessments, and shared moments via our app. Teachers use American Sign Language to support early communication and incorporate Itsy Bitsy Yoga to promote sleep, digestion, and well-being. By honoring each infant’s unique schedule, we provide attentive care that supports growth, connection, and development from the start.
Toddlers
The Gardner School’s toddler program nurtures independence, growth, and socialization in a supportive, engaging environment. Using The Creative Curriculum for Infants, Toddlers, and Twos, teachers encourage exploration through play and responsive interactions. As children transition from American Sign Language to early language, communication is supported through stories, songs, puzzles, and hands-on learning. Group activities build confidence, social skills, and emotional development. Families stay connected through real-time updates, photos, and app notifications. Monthly themes introduce colors, sensory exploration, cooperative play, and self-expression. Itsy Bitsy Yoga supports sleep, digestion, and well-being. By fostering curiosity and creativity, we build a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Speaks Spanish
Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Utilizing a play-based curriculum designed to inspire a...
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
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Preschool program offering creative philosophy designed to develop the whole child. Comprehensive arts-integrated educational program focuses on six key areas of developing including emotional,...
Infants
In this class we brighten up the world by helping our youngest children discover their senses, explore their surroundings, nurture their development and celebrate their milestones. From one-on-one interactions that help build nurturing relationships in everyday moments to age-appropriate books to support speech and language development, our classrooms provide the ideal setting for the youngest children. We are also encouraging children to work on finger painting, music, and pretend play to spark creativity while also exposing them to structures to help with perceptual motor development. When children leave this classroom they will have a Brighter Beginning to the world around them.
Young Toddlers
Our classroom provides an ideal environment to foster individual development and self-help skills. We use a scaffolded approach to learning through systematically building on students’ experiences and knowledge as they are acquiring new skills in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks. Their curious minds are exposed to an enriched curriculum focusing on language development by using pictures, books and basic academics in their environment. Following simple instructions is implemented through circle time, story time, art, and curriculum projects. Besides the social, emotional development, we also focus on developing fine motor skills through fun and sensory activities. Our Little Explorers are ready to put to practice their newfound independence by exploring their surroundings as they come with a Brighter understanding of their world around them.
Also offers: Older Toddlers, Preschool, Pre-K
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Reggio-inspired preschool program providing opportunities for children to learn and grow through self-directed activities using the Emergent Curriculum. Outdoor exploration is adapted to meet...
Speaks Spanish
Pre-K program providing an academic environment for children to develop social, emotional, intellectual, and physical skills. Daily schedule includes instruction in language, mathematics, science,...
Speaks Spanish
Childcare program serving children of Tennessee State University students, staff, and faculty as well as children from the community. Program uses different theories of child development to foster...
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Christ-based childcare program serving infants through school-aged children. Teachers use the FunShine Express curriculum to teach children faith-based lessons. Daily activities include gymnastics,...
Speaks Spanish
Pre-k program providing education to children with a Christian emphasis. Frog Street Press is the curriculum used to teach children math, science, social studies, and reading with monthly themes....
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Early education childhood program, located at West End United Methodist Church. Daily activities implement the Creative Curriculum. Children develop skills in areas including language, math, science,...
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Before and after school program for children enrolled at Goodpasture Christian School. Program includes time for children to relax, play outdoors, and engage in organized games and activities.
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Church-based daycare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Center follows the Reggio Emilia approach to education, with emphasis on the importance of play and then environment to childhood...
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Preschool program providing children with opportunities to grow socially, physically, academically, and spiritually in a Christ-centric environment. Teachers use monthly themes to teach language...
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Early childhood program serving preschool and pre-kindergarten children with a Catholic, Montessori-based curriculum. Activities include music class, storytime, physical education, and teachings of...
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Montessori school located on ten wooded acres in West Nashville. Children are encouraged to learn and to express natural curiosity through beekeeping, farming, archery, hiking trails, research, and...
Speaks Spanish
Faith-based daycare and learning center serving toddlers, preschool, kindergarten, and school-age children. Social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual development is fostered through the...
Speaks Spanish
Center providing Chrisitan educational services to toddlers and preschool-aged children. Play-based curriculum includes science, math, writing, reading, music, and art. Children are encouraged to...
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After-school program providing a child-directed environment to University School Of Nashville students. Program separates K-3 students from older children in grades 4-7. Children have access to books,...
Speaks Spanish
Center providing services to infants, toddlers, and preschoolers, and school-aged children. Play-based curriculum includes kindergarten readiness skills in math, reading, and writing. Activities in...
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Childcare Costs in Tennessee
Curious how much daycare or preschool really costs in Tennessee? We break down average childcare rates by city, age, and program type—based on real data from local providers.
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How to Find and Apply for Childcare Assistance in Tennessee
Explore financial assistance programs available in Tennessee, including childcare subsidies, tax credits, and free preschool options for eligible families.
FAQs About Nashville Child Care
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How many child care providers are in Nashville?
- Based on Winnie data collection, there are 633 child care providers in Nashville and 37 of these child care providers offer part time care.
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How much does child care cost in Nashville?
- According to provider data, $989 is the average monthly price for full time child care in Nashville.
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Do child care providers in Nashville speak multiple languages?
- Yes, there are approximately 22 child care providers in Nashville that are multilingual, offering care in at least two different languages.
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What are the most common languages offered by Nashville childcare providers?
- The 2 most common languages spoken by child care providers in Nashville are American Sign Language and Spanish.