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Licensed Daycare in Memphis, Tennessee

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Memphis, Tennessee?

Our directory lists 104 licensed childcare centers in Memphis, Tennessee, sourced from Tennessee Department of Human Services — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Memphis?

Statewide averages in Tennessee run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Memphis?

Tennessee families can apply for Tennessee Child Care Certificate Program (intake: (833) 740-1440). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

104

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

Tennessee avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Memphis

ChildCare Aware reports the Tennessee average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Memphis vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Tennessee families may also qualify for Tennessee Child Care Certificate Program (intake: (833) 740-1440).

Full Tennessee licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Tennessee Department of Human Services — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:7
Preschool ratio: 1:13
Avg capacity: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

38132 112 38118 8 38104 8 38128 6 38119 6 38111 6 38157 5 38141 5

Program types in Memphis

Licensed Family Daycare Home

14 centers

Before & After School Care

14 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

12 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

12 centers

All Memphis licensed centers

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E Montessori

Explorer Kids Franklin #25

Memphis

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 94

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Memphis #221

Memphis

Preschool (2-5) Cap 109

F Licensed Center

First Steps Chattanooga #2

Memphis

Infants & Toddlers Cap 74

F Infant Care

First Steps Franklin #8

Memphis

Preschool (2-5) Cap 74

F Group Care

First Steps Memphis #204

Memphis

School Age (5+) Cap 17

F Before/After School

Franklin Childcare Academy #31

Memphis

School Age (5+) Cap 118

F Preschool

Franklin Cloud Nine Kids #21

Memphis

Preschool (2-5) Cap 64

F Licensed Center

Franklin Creative Kids #10

Memphis

Infants & Toddlers Cap 92

F Licensed Center

Franklin Generations Daycare #26

Memphis

Infants & Toddlers Cap 96

F Preschool

Franklin Golden Gate Daycare #13

Memphis

Preschool (2-5) Cap 89

F Group Care

Franklin Kids First Academy #36

Memphis

School Age (5+) Cap 92

F Family Daycare

Franklin KinderSmile #27

Memphis

School Age (5+) Cap 75

F Head Start

Franklin Learning Center #30

Memphis

2 years - 12 years Cap 26

F Before/After School

Franklin Learning Tree #15

Memphis

School Age (5+) Cap 41

F Infant Care

Franklin Little Angels #24

Memphis

Preschool (2-5) Cap 66

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Memphis, Tennessee?

Our directory lists 104 licensed childcare centers in Memphis, Tennessee, sourced from Tennessee Department of Human Services — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Memphis?

Statewide averages in Tennessee run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Memphis daycares?

All licensed Tennessee centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:7 for toddlers, and 1:13 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Memphis typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Memphis?

Tennessee families can apply for Tennessee Child Care Certificate Program (intake: (833) 740-1440). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Memphis daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Tennessee Department of Human Services — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.