Children’s Center of Knoxville (http://www.thechildrenscenterofknoxville.org/) has a scholarship program that may be of interest to graduate students who have child care needs. Eligibility is based on the number of persons in the family/household and income. Students who are interested can contact Brittny at 865-523-2672. This should not be construed as an endorsement of the center by the Graduate School or KRSS, but there are staff members at UT who have children who attend the center and are pleased with their services.
The Children’s Center of Knoxville, Inc.
Infant Openings for children who qualify for the Department of Human Services Families First Program or who qualify for The Children’s Center scholarship program. (Filled on a first come first served basis). We have programs for children 6 weeks to 5 years, openings are based on availability at the time of application.
Seeking children under 9 months that qualify for our tuition assistance program. Tuition covers the following items:
Teacher with a degree in each class
Full time care (Hours: 6:30am-6:00pm)
Diapers
Wipes
Infant Cereals (rice & oatmeal)
Open 52 weeks per year
Once the child is 12 months we include meals; breakfast, lunch and snack.
We are located at: 301 Frank Street, Knoxville, TN 37919 (Near West High School)
Please call Brittny @ (865) 523-2672 if you believe you may qualify for one of these programs!