Bearden Early Enrichment Program

3.9(15 reviews on Google)

Preschool listing in Knoxville, TN

About Bearden Early Enrichment Program

Bearden Early Enrichment Program is the childcare ministry of Bearden United Methodist Church at 4407 Sutherland Avenue in Knoxville, carrying more than 40 years of history in West Knoxville. Classrooms are named for insects and sorted by age: Bumblebees take babies from 6 weeks, Junebugs and Butterflies cover the crawling and early walking stages, Caterpillars, Ladybugs and Dragonflies follow, and Fireflies are the five year olds heading to kindergarten in the fall. Care runs Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM under DHS License 0039705. A one-time, non-refundable $100 waitlist fee secures a place on the list, and an annual registration fee applies. Some staff members have been part of the preschool family for over 20 years. Rated 3.9 from 15 Google reviews, 11 of them five stars and 4 of them one star.

What reviewers mention: child care (6), learning environment (4), safety (3), director (3), afterschool program (2), speech development (2), summer program (2), playground (2), loving teachers (2), caring staff (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes
  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes
  • Waitlist

    Yes
  • Early drop-off or late pickup

    Yes

No information yet on pre-K class, accepts child care subsidies, tuition listed, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, meals provided, summer camp, states an accreditation. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Bearden Early Enrichment Program

What ages does Bearden Early Enrichment Program serve?

Bearden Early Enrichment Program takes infants and toddlers and preschool-age children. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Bearden Early Enrichment Program cost?

Bearden Early Enrichment Program does not publish its tuition online. Call (865) 588-1492 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Bearden Early Enrichment Program accept child care subsidies?

Bearden Early Enrichment Program has not said whether it accepts child care subsidies. Call (865) 588-1492 to ask. Tennessee's Child Care Certificate Program only pays providers that take part in it.

What are Bearden Early Enrichment Program's hours?

Bearden Early Enrichment Program offers early drop-off or late pickup.

Are meals included at Bearden Early Enrichment Program?

Bearden Early Enrichment Program has not said whether meals are included. Ask whether you need to pack lunch and snacks.

Does Bearden Early Enrichment Program have a waitlist?

Yes. Bearden Early Enrichment Program keeps a waitlist. Ask how long the current wait is for your child's age and how to get on the list.

Is Bearden Early Enrichment Program licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Bearden Early Enrichment Program in the Tennessee Department of Human Services child care search at onedhs.tn.gov to see its license, star rating and inspection history.

Where is Bearden Early Enrichment Program and how do I contact it?

Bearden Early Enrichment Program is at 4407 Sutherland Ave, Knoxville, TN 37919. Its phone number is (865) 588-1492. It has a 3.9-star rating from 15 Google reviews.

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