Little People Preschool
6502 Archer Ln, Knoxville, TN
Nature's Way Montessori School
- licensed capacity
- 88
- monthly, posted tuition
- $150
- year first licensed
- 2000
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About
About Nature's Way Montessori School
Nature's Way Montessori School is a child care center in Knoxville, Tennessee. It is approved by the state department of education (since August 15, 2000), for up to 88 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and preschool. It lists monthly tuition from $150 to $1,145.
The Tennessee Department of Education publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.
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Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 88 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (865) 689-8976 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Art, Spanish, field trips, guest speakers, self-expression classes |
| Discounts | Sibling Discount: $250.00 yearly on tuition; $25/month on second and subsequent siblings |
| More | Founded 1982 |
| Licensed capacity | 88 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Nature's Way Montessori School lists monthly tuition from $150 to $1,145. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Knox County has a median price of $146 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2026-2027 Early Childhood Community monthly tuition (10 months) | $1,120 |
| 2026-2027 Toddler Community monthly tuition (10 months) | $1,145 |
| Extended Day Category 4 (4th Half Hour) | $150 |
| Extended Day Category 5 (5th Half Hour) | $175 |
| Extended Day Category 6 (6th Half Hour) | $200 |
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 2026-2027 Early Childhood Community (3-6 years incl. Kindergarten), Full Days Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-2:30 PM | $11,200 |
| 2026-2027 Toddler Community (age 2), 8:30 AM-2:15 PM | $11,450 |
| Enrollment Fee (one-time, per student, non-refundable) | $300 |
| occasional care rate (drop in or late pickup) | $8 an hour |
7 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 Nature's Way Montessori School
The Tennessee Department of Education 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
- Approved by the state Department of Education and operating
- License type
- Approved by the Tennessee Department of Education
- Capacity
- 88 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2000
Inspections
The Tennessee Department of Education 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 Nature's Way Montessori School
Is Nature's Way Montessori School licensed?
Yes. Nature's Way Montessori School is approved by the state Department of Education and operating, first licensed August 15, 2000. This is how Tennessee authorizes this type of child care.
Does Nature's Way Montessori School have inspection violations?
The Tennessee Department of Education 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 Nature's Way Montessori School care for?
88, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Nature's Way Montessori School accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Nature's Way Montessori School's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (865) 689-8976 to confirm.
How much does Nature's Way Montessori School cost?
Monthly tuition from $150 to $1,145, as it lists it.
What is Nature's Way Montessori School's phone number?
(865) 689-8976.
Where is Nature's Way Montessori School?
4710 Murphy Road, Knoxville, TN 37918. The nearest other daycare we list is Ritta Elementary Pre-K, 1.1 miles away.