Chambliss at East Hamilton
Ooltewah, TN 37363 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Big Fish Academy
- licensed capacity
- 197
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $212
- year first licensed
- 2026
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About
About Big Fish Academy
Big Fish Academy is a licensed child care center in Ooltewah, Tennessee. The state has licensed it since April 6, 2026, for up to 197 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, part-time care, pre-k and preschool.
Tennessee Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 197 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Infant - Prek |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 197 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Big Fish Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Hamilton County has a median price of $212 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$212
Home daycare$155
Toddler
Center$146
Home daycare$128
Preschool
Center$146
Home daycare$128
School age
Center$76
Home daycare$105
State record
Inspection reports for Big Fish Academy
Tennessee Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed
- Capacity
- 197 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- First licensed
- 2026
Inspections
Tennessee Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
Tennessee publishes its inspection reports on its own site. Read them there.
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FAQ
Questions about Big Fish Academy
Is Big Fish Academy licensed?
Yes. Tennessee Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed April 6, 2026.
Does Big Fish Academy have inspection violations?
Tennessee Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.
How many children can Big Fish Academy care for?
197, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Big Fish Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Big Fish Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Big Fish Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (423) 749-4185 to ask.
What is Big Fish Academy's phone number?
(423) 749-4185.
Where is Big Fish Academy?
6100 Ooltewh Grgtwn Rd, Ooltewah, TN 37363.