Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis

4.9(36 reviews on Google)

Preschool listing in Memphis, TN

About Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy in South Memphis opened in 2017 as a preschool and teacher training institute. Sixteen classrooms serve children from 6 weeks through 5 years, and the campus houses Early Head Start, Head Start, Pre-K and tuition-based preschool classes. Head Start and Pre-K are for income eligible families or specific ZIP codes in Shelby County, while the private classes accept DHS childcare certificates toward tuition. Every child gets a USDA-approved breakfast, lunch and snack made in the on-site kitchen. The academy is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Rated 4.9 from 36 Google reviews, 32 of them five stars. Home-based support is available for prenatal mothers and families with young children, and AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparents and AmeriCorps members help in classrooms with literacy activities. Twana Hinds manages the academy.

What reviewers mention: learning (4), daycare (3), environment (3), teacher (3), staff (2), facility (2), son (2)

Services and details

  • Preschool program

    Yes

  • Pre-K class

    Yes

  • Infants and toddlers

    Yes

  • Accepts child care subsidies

    Yes

  • Meals provided

    Yes

  • States an accreditation

    Yes

No information yet on tuition listed, waitlist, early drop-off or late pickup, montessori, reggio Emilia, spanish immersion, sTEM or STEAM, enrichment programs, summer camp. The website did not say; call and ask.

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Questions parents ask about Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis

What ages does Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis serve?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis takes infants and toddlers, preschool-age children and a pre-K class. Ask about openings for your child's age before you visit.

How much does Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis cost?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis does not publish its tuition online. Call (901) 505-0230 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis accept child care subsidies?

Yes. Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis says it accepts child care subsidies or certificates. Tennessee's Child Care Certificate Program, run through the Department of Human Services, helps qualifying families pay for care at providers that take part. Confirm your eligibility and the school's participation before you enroll.

Are meals included at Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis?

Yes. Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis provides meals or snacks.

Is Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis accredited?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis states an accreditation on its website. Ask the school which organization accredits it and when the accreditation was last renewed.

Is Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis 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 Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis and how do I contact it?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | South Memphis is at 628 Alice Ave, Memphis, TN 38106. Its phone number is (901) 505-0230. It has a 4.9-star rating from 36 Google reviews.

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