Daniel Payne Christian Childcare Center
NASHVILLE, TN·DHS Child Care — Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address1501 Straightway Ave, NASHVILLE, TN, 37206
CountyDavidson
Phone(615) 621-1177
Operating details
Capacity40
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High1
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Location
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1501 Straightway Ave, NASHVILLE, TN, 37206, NASHVILLE, TN 37206
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/20/2026
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2026
- Medium riskStandard 12405/20/2026
1240-04-01-.14 Equipment for Children
During a QRIS monitoring visit in the Preschool classroom, electrical cords were accessible to children. — Visit: QRIS Monitoring visit,Other — Action taken: Educators will be reminded of the importance of keeping electrical cords and plugs inaccessible to children. Plugged items will be removed, and plug covers will be placed in outlets.
Corrected at inspection - Medium-High riskStandard 12402/6/2026
1240-04-01-.18 Emergency Preparedness
During an unannounced visit, LC Kelley did not observe fire drills being conducted monthly. — Visit: QRIS Monitoring visit — Action taken: The provider will ensure that all drills are logged as they occur and post the drill log on the bulletin board.
Corrected at inspection
2025
- Medium riskStandard 124012/17/2025
1240-04-01-.14 Equipment for Children
LC Kelley observed a few electrical cords that were not inaccessible to the students. These items pulled in were in use and pulled in near the students' books. — Visit: QRIS Monitoring visit — Action taken: The provider will cover the socket so that it will not be accessible to the children.
Corrected at inspection
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$696/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: NASHVILLE, Davidson County
- Capacity: 40
- Type: DHS Child Care — Child Care
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