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Licensed Daycare in Riceville, Tennessee

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

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 Riceville?

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.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

Tennessee avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Riceville

ChildCare Aware reports the Tennessee average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Riceville 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: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

37370 4

Program types in Riceville

Licensed Family Daycare Home

1 centers

Before & After School Care

1 centers

All Riceville licensed centers

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C Before/After School

Clarksville Wonder Years #183

Riceville

School Age (5+) Cap 88

H Family Daycare

Hendersonville KinderSmile #203

Riceville

School Age (5+) Cap 56

J Montessori

Jackson Smart Start Academy #193

Riceville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 26

N Preschool

Nashville Learning Tree #173

Riceville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 92

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Riceville, Tennessee?

Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare centers in Riceville, 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 Riceville?

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 Riceville 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 Riceville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Riceville?

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 Riceville 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.