Licensed Daycare in Birchwood, Tennessee
4 licensed daycares in Birchwood, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Tennessee licensing records.
Birchwood listings updated May 2026 from official Tennessee records.
Daycare in Birchwood: what parents should know
Our directory lists 4 licensed childcare providers in Birchwood, Tennessee, with Preschool the most common type (about 25% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Tennessee license at indexing time, sourced from Tennessee Department of Human Services — Child Care Licensing.
For age coverage, 1 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.
About 25% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
In total, Birchwood providers are approved for approximately 178 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Birchwood childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Birchwood
ChildCare Aware reports the Tennessee average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Birchwood 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 overviewQuick 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
- 44 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Birchwood
Largest licensed centers in Birchwood
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
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Where to get childcare help in Birchwood
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programTennessee Child Care Certificate Program can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(833) 740-1440 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Tennessee Department of Human Services — Child Care Licensing.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Birchwood, Tennessee are compiled from official Tennessee Department of Human Services — Child Care Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology
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