#1
La Petite Academy on Coleman Road
“I love this school! The teachers are so loving and kind. Ms. Priscilla is so professional and knows how to run a top notch school.” — Google review
Best Daycare Centers in Memphis, TN
The 10 best-rated daycare centers in Memphis, TN average 4.8★ on Google across 591 reviews. Memphis Childcare Academy (East Memphis) has the top rating (5.0★), and Memphis Childcare Academy has the most reviews (111). Updated October 25, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (591 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
#2
Memphis Childcare Academy
“very professional and able to get glimpse of the childeren learning while in classroom activities on camera for parents to see” — Google review
#3
Paradise Kidz Place
“My children attended the after school program. The staff works intentionally with students. The structure of the program is great. The students are provided with snacks and are required to complete their homework or…” — Google review
#4
Memphis Childcare Academy (East Memphis)
“I’m a 23 veteran teacher. I love this school! The staff is friendly, nice, and knowledgeable! The building is always clean! I feel comfortable leaving my child to school because I know that she will be taken well…” — Google review
#5
La Petite Academy on Meadow Vale Drive
“La Petite Academy of Meadowvale is a great school for early learning. Ms Morgan, the director, is so friendly and has so much educational experience. I highly recommend.” — Google review
#6
Lindenwood Christian Child Care Center
“Our youngest spent the last year and a half at Lindenwood before starting kindergarten this year. The growth we saw was exactly what we were hoping for. He made great friends and loved his teachers. We always felt…” — Google review
#7
Peachtree Academy of Excellence
“Look no further!! When I tell you it’s like a breathe of fresh air and the energy in that building is so uplifting just makes you feel welcomed VERY CLEAN organized and FULLY SECURED!! OMG I couldn’t ask for a better…” — Google review
#8
La Petite Academy on New Allen Road
“This daycare is amazing. The staff is very caring and patient with the children. My child is always happy and learning new things every day.” — Google review
#9
D.E. Academy
“BreShayla and Jer’merica are my baby’s teachers, and I absolutely love and appreciate them. As a first-time mom, I was so afraid to send my baby to daycare, but they truly put my heart at ease. I am so thankful for…” — Google review
#10
Small Steps Childcare
“The staff is exceptionally amazing. My son has been here for over a year and now he's headed to Head-start, but I'm going to miss everyone here. Hot meals are provided daily. This is one daycare that I know for sure…” — Google review
How we pick daycare centers in Memphis
We scan Google Maps for daycare center listings in and around Memphis, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated daycare center in Memphis?
Memphis Childcare Academy (East Memphis) has the highest Google rating on our Memphis list: 5.0 out of 5 from 26 reviews (as of October 25, 2026).
Which daycare center in Memphis has the most reviews?
Memphis Childcare Academy has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 111, with a 4.8★ average.
How are these daycare centers chosen?
Only open Memphis-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
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