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Licensed Daycare in Powell, Tennessee

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

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 Powell?

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 listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

Tennessee avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Powell

ChildCare Aware reports the Tennessee average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Powell 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: 76 kids

ZIP codes covered

37849 5

Program types in Powell

Licensed Group Child Care Home

2 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

1 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

1 centers

Head Start Center

1 centers

All Powell licensed centers

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K Group Care

Kingsport Primrose School #140

Powell

School Age (5+) Cap 103

M Group Care

Memphis Learning Center #100

Powell

School Age (5+) Cap 89

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Powell, Tennessee?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Powell, 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 Powell?

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 Powell 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 Powell typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Powell?

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 Powell 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.