Daycare and Preschool at Pathways Learning Academy at Faith Promise Pellissippi

At Pathways Learning Academy at Faith Promise Pellissippi, we maintain a secure learning environment through controlled building access, established safety procedures, and attentive supervision throughout the day. To ensure children are released only to approved individuals, families provide a list of authorized pickup contacts during enrollment. Our team verifies identification when necessary and requires parent or guardian authorization before releasing a child to anyone not previously approved. These practices help provide families with peace of mind, knowing their children are cared for in a safe, welcoming environment.

Pathways Learning Academy at Faith Promise Pellissippi provides nutritious meals and snacks, with menus approved by a registered dietitian nutritionist and aligned with USDA nutrition and portion guidelines. If your child has a food allergy or dietary restriction, we’ll work with your family to understand their needs and develop an appropriate plan. Vegetarian options are available, and additional accommodations may be available for special dietary needs, religious requirements, or severe food allergies.

At Pathways Learning Academy at Faith Promise Pellissippi, your child’s day includes a balance of learning, play, outdoor activities, meals, and rest. Children explore Learning Centers, participate in small- and large-group activities, and spend time outdoors discovering and staying active. Meals, snacks, and rest periods are thoughtfully incorporated into the daily schedule, along with plenty of opportunities for independent exploration and child-led play. This consistent yet flexible routine helps children feel comfortable, confident, and excited to learn each day.

At Pathways Learning Academy at Faith Promise Pellissippi, outdoor play is an important part of the daily routine, giving children opportunities to explore, stay active, and develop physical and social skills. When weather and schedules permit, children enjoy outdoor experiences that encourage movement, curiosity, creativity, and interaction with their peers.

At Pathways Learning Academy at Faith Promise Pellissippi, we follow established health and illness guidelines to help maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for all children. Families are encouraged to keep children home when they have a fever or other symptoms of a contagious illness. Our teachers monitor children’s well-being throughout the day and promptly notify families if a child becomes unwell or needs to be picked up. Children may return to school once they meet the illness-related return requirements outlined in our Family Handbook. Families can contact their school director for specific illness policies and return-to-school guidelines.

At Pathways Learning Academy at Faith Promise Pellissippi, we follow state immunization requirements to help maintain a safe and healthy learning environment for all children. As part of the enrollment process, families must provide an up-to-date immunization record verified by a healthcare provider. Vaccination requirements vary by state and your child’s age, and medical or other exemptions may be accepted where permitted by state regulations and supported by the required documentation. Families are encouraged to contact their school director for specific immunization requirements, accepted exemptions, and enrollment guidelines.