Academics
DA Preschool
We are creating a Christ-centered early childhood program where growth, learning, and discovery for young children happen every day!
Davidson Academy will now serve children as young as six weeks to Junior Kindergarten with our new preschool program.
Preschool Enrollment Form
Infants – 6 weeks-12 months
Toddlers – 12-23 months
Early Preschool – 24-35 months
Preschool – 3 years
Pre-Kindergarten – 4 years
Junior Kindergarten – option for older 4 year olds and 5 year olds before kindergarten
Infants, Toddlers and Early Preschool
7am – 5:30pm
Preschool, Pre-K, and Junior Kindergarten
7am-2:30pm (extended care available until 5:30pm)
7am – 5:30pm
Preschool, Pre-K, and Junior Kindergarten
7am-2:30pm (extended care available until 5:30pm)
The Infant/Toddler/Early Preschool classes will operate on a full-year calendar.
The Preschool/Pre-Kindergarten and Junior Kindergarten classes will operate on an academic calendar with a summer option.
*We are currently only offering a full-time/5-day program for Preschool, PreK and Junior Kindergarten.
2024-25 Tuition
Infants 6 weeks – 12 months $1647/month
Toddlers 12-23 months $1582/month
Early Preschool 24-35 months $1582/month
Preschool 3 years $14,580/year
Pre-Kindergarten 4 years $14,580/year
Junior Kindergarten 4/5 years $14,580/year
*2 snacks and warm lunch provided per day
*no sibling/alumni/grandparent discounts
*no financial aid provided
*weekly/monthly payment plans offered
*weekly/monthly payment plans offered
Library and Soft Play Area for Infants and Toddlers
Library for Story Time to include Guest Readers and Puppet Theater
Preschool Indoor Play Area and Outdoor Play Area
S.T.E.A.M. Room (Science. Technology. Engineering. Arts. Math.)
Strong academic curriculum with special activities that will include: Music, Art, Foreign Language, Library, S.T.E.A.M.
Onsite Physical, Speech, and Occupational Therapy available for additional fee
Qualified teaching teams, CPR and First Aid trained, continuous professional development
Safe and secure facility (2 highly trained security officers on campus)
Qualified teaching teams, CPR and First Aid trained, continuous professional development
Safe and secure facility (2 highly trained security officers on campus)
As required by state law, students entering kindergarten during 2024-2025 school year shall be no less than five (5) years of age on or before August 15, 2024.
DA Preschool has adopted the following birthdate cutoffs for our early childhood program for the 2024-2025 school year:
DA Preschool has adopted the following birthdate cutoffs for our early childhood program for the 2024-2025 school year:
- A child entering Junior Kindergarten shall be no less than 4 years of age on or before August 15, 2024.
- A child entering Preschool shall be no less than 3 years of age on or before August 15, 2024.
- Encouraged academic, physical, social, and spiritual growth
- Environment to foster self-confidence and self-help skills
- Stringent safety, security, and cleanliness standards that meet or exceed all state and local guidelines
- Introducing flexible and age-appropriate curriculum that can engage each individual child
- Strong teacher parent partnerships
- Digital daily communication
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2023 Press Release:
Davidson Academy (DA) is excited to announce the property formerly known as the Grace Manor Assisted Living Community (1420 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville, TN 37207) was purchased this summer. The nearly 36,000-square-foot former assisted living facility will be remodeled for DA’s new preschool program serving children from six weeks to Pre K-4.
2023 Press Release:
Davidson Academy (DA) is excited to announce the property formerly known as the Grace Manor Assisted Living Community (1420 Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville, TN 37207) was purchased this summer. The nearly 36,000-square-foot former assisted living facility will be remodeled for DA’s new preschool program serving children from six weeks to Pre K-4.
This recent acquisition will provide Davidson Academy with the flexibility to expand the preschool offerings for prospective families in search of a Christ-based education for their children.
The newly acquired facility location is essentially right next door to the 65-acre campus on Old Hickory Blvd. just north of downtown Nashville, conveniently situated between Interstate 65 and Interstate 24. These two highways are the major inbound arteries connecting the communities of Gallatin, Hendersonville, Goodlettsville, Greenbrier, White House, Springfield, Joelton, Pleasant View, Clarksville, and others to the metropolitan Nashville area.
“I’m excited for our school community to witness growth that will now provide families with the unique opportunity to bring their children to DA during their early day care years,” said Headmaster Terri Simmons. “We are extremely fortunate to add this service to parents in a building that is literally right next door to our campus, as we continue to prepare our students for college, life, and eternity.”
Davidson Academy is currently going through the rezoning process with the guidance and support of Metro Councilwoman Jennifer Gamble (District 3). The newly upgraded preschool program is projected to open in January 2025.
“We are blessed beyond measure with the opportunity this will now provide families looking for a convenient day care and preschool option close to downtown Nashville,” said Board of Trustees Chairman Jason Wilkerson. “With so many new people moving to our area, the numbers show a high demand for this much-needed service DA will now be able to accommodate.”
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