Elite Preparatory Academy
MEMPHIS, TN·DHS Child Care — Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address850 S. Lauderdale, MEMPHIS, TN, 38126
CountyShelby
Phone(901) 942-6830
Operating details
HoursMon 07:00 AM-05:00 PM; Tue 07:00 AM-05:00 PM; Wed 07:00 AM-05:00 PM; Thu 07:00 AM-05:00 PM; Fri 07:00 AM-05:00 PM
Capacity99
License dateOctober 1, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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850 S. Lauderdale, MEMPHIS, TN, 38126, MEMPHIS, TN 38126
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- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026
- High0
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low riskStandard 12405/20/2026
1240-04-01-.03 Requirements for Licensure as a Child Care Agency
The Director failed to submit the information needed to complete the annual licensing process. — Visit: QRIS Monitoring visit,Technical Assistance — Action taken: N/A
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 12405/20/2026
1240-04-01-.12 Health and Safety
CPR and First certification for one staff member expired 3/2026. He is currently signed up for the class. The Director will notify the License Consultant once the staff has recertified. — Visit: QRIS Monitoring visit,Technical Assistance — Action taken: First Aid and CPR have been completed. Immediate action was taken to ensure compliance and prevent delay. Moving forward, I will closely monitor all required trainings and deadlines to ensure courses are completed in a timely manner. Additional tracking and reminder systems will also be used to prevent future oversights.
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$766/month
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Typical prices in Tennessee run about $858/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Tennessee by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: MEMPHIS, Shelby County
- Capacity: 99
- Type: DHS Child Care — Child Care
- Years in operation: 1
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