Tennessee has 79 accredited centers. Knoxville has 6 accredited programs, and there are 7 in the 13 surrounding counties. Teachers are warm, personal, respectful, and responsive. They talk with children and encourage conversation among children to develop self-esteem, intellectual growth, and language skills. The curriculum of activities has children actively involved in the learning process and experiencing a variety of developmentally appropriate activities and materials.
Teachers help children pursue their own interests.
Parents are well-informed about, and welcome as observers and contributors to, the program. The program is staffed by adults who understand child development and who recognize and provide for children's needs. The program is planned to meet the needs of parents and teachers as well as children. The indoor and outdoor physical environment helps children grow by letting them explore and learn. The health and safety of children and adults are protected.