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Dozens of families in Nashville’s childcare deserts could soon get a daycare spot
By Sarah Allen at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 7, 2026
· 2 min read
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A nonprofit daycare organization is opening facilities that will offer more than 200 childcare spots combined in Nashville neighborhoods that residents and advocates describe as childcare deserts.Equally Created is renovating a former dollar store on Clifton Avenue in No...
Key takeaway The two new Equally Created locations will serve children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, adding more than 200 spots combined.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The arrival of Equally Created's new daycare facilities in North Nashville and the Nations will bring much-needed relief to families struggling to find affordable childcare. With over 200 new spots available, these locations will help alleviate the countywide shortage that has forced many parents to make difficult sacrifices, such as quitting jobs or switching schools. As the city continues to grow and attract new families, the demand for childcare facilities will only increase, making it crucial for organizations like Equally Created to fill the gap. The fact that the Modera Nations location will be the first daycare to operate out of an apartment complex could also set a precedent for innovative childcare solutions in Nashville's rapidly developing neighborhoods. As these new facilities open, it will be worth watching how they impact the local job market and economic mobility for families in these areas.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A nonprofit daycare organization is opening facilities that will offer more than 200 childcare spots combined in Nashville neighborhoods that residents and advocates describe as childcare deserts.Equally Created is renovating a former dollar store on Clifton Avenue in No...
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