St Mary Villa

At St Mary Villa, we are dedicated to transforming early childhood education in Nashville through accessible, high-quality programs designed to nurture young minds and prepare children for lifelong success. Founded in 2016, our organization has grown to operate multiple centers, including St Mary Villa at St. Vincent and St Mary Villa at Renewal House, with plans to expand further through a $1.93 million state grant. Our mission prioritizes affordability, offering services on a sliding fee scale based on household income and participating in Tennessees Smart Steps Childcare Assistance Program. We collaborate with local education, business, and government partners to address Nashvilles early education gap, ensuring families gain access to critical resources. With a focus on educational play in nurturing environments, our licensed, top-rated full-time care programs serve children from diverse backgrounds.

As a recognized nonprofit, we ensure all donations are tax-deductible, enabling us to sustain reduced-fee services and community initiatives. Our team combines decades of experience in early childhood development, emphasizing transparency, ethical practices, and family-centered support. By addressing challenges like employment disruptions caused by childcare shortages, we aim to strengthen both individual families and the broader Middle Tennessee community. Through strategic expansion and advocacy, we strive to build a future where every child in Nashville has access to transformative early education opportunities.