Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way

4.3(7 reviews on Google)

Preschool listing in Memphis, TN

About Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way

On American Way in Memphis, Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center runs 14 classrooms for children from 6 weeks through 5 years old, plus home-based support for prenatal mothers and families. The center houses Early Head Start, Head Start, pre-K and tuition-based preschool classes, with the Head Start options aimed at income-eligible families in Shelby County. Pre-K is for 4 year olds who live in specific ZIP codes. DHS childcare certificates are accepted toward tuition. Children get a USDA-approved breakfast, lunch and snack each day, prepared in an on-site kitchen and served family style, and there are two outdoor playgrounds and a large multipurpose room. The academy is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Rated 4.3 from 7 Google reviews, 5 of them five stars.

What reviewers mention: family vibe (2), helpful staff (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 Center | American Way

What ages does Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way serve?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way 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 Center | American Way cost?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way does not publish its tuition online. Call (901) 795-7544 for current rates, and ask about registration fees and sibling discounts.

Does Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way accept child care subsidies?

Yes. Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way 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 Center | American Way?

Yes. Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way provides meals or snacks.

Is Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way accredited?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way 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 Center | American Way licensed?

This guide does not check licenses. Look up Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way 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 Center | American Way and how do I contact it?

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Center | American Way is at 4207 American Way, Memphis, TN 38118. Its phone number is (901) 795-7544. It has a 4.3-star rating from 7 Google reviews.

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