Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy | Frayser

Porter-Leath Early Childhood Academy in Frayser has 16 classrooms for children from 6 weeks through 5 years old, along with home-based support for prenatal mothers. Its preschool components are Early Head Start, Head Start, pre-K and tuition-based classes, and DHS childcare certificates are accepted toward tuition. The building includes a teacher training institute run with local school districts and early childhood partners, a multipurpose room and a training room. Its design is inspired by Memphis' musical tradition, with musical instruments and small stages around the campus. Children eat a USDA-approved breakfast, lunch and snack daily from an on-site kitchen. The academy is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Rated 4.0 from 5 Google reviews, 3 of them five stars and 1 at one star.