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SERVING DYERSBURG FAMILIES · DYER COUNTY, TN
Trusted Daycare Near Dyersburg, TN
Quality childcare for infants, toddlers & preschoolers — just 15 minutes away in Newbern
If you're searching for reliable, licensed daycare near Dyersburg TN, your search ends here. Smarty Tots Too is located at 625 W Main St C in Newbern, roughly 15 minutes down Highway 51 from Dyersburg — close enough for a quick daily commute, far enough from the city rush. We serve working families from Dyersburg, Newbern, Halls, Trenton, and throughout Dyer County every single weekday.
Enrollment is open right now across every age group we serve — starting from 6 weeks in our infant room, continuing through toddlers, and into our preschool classroom for ages 3–5. If you've been searching for dependable childcare near Dyersburg, call us — we'd be glad to show you around.
What Sets Smarty Tots Too Apart for Dyersburg Parents
Parents driving in from Dyersburg have options. Here's why so many of them make the 15-minute trip to Smarty Tots Too in Newbern — and why they keep coming back year after year.
Over more than 15 years in Newbern, our center has earned a name for being the kind of place kids love and parents trust with their most important people. Here's what stands out:
- Family-owned and personal — Smarty Tots Too is not a franchise. Your child builds genuine relationships with the same caregivers every single day.
- State-licensed and inspected — fully compliant with Tennessee's childcare regulations for safety, caregiver ratios, and physical facility standards.
- Developmentally matched programming — infants, toddlers, and preschoolers each have a separate classroom with a curriculum tailored to their age and stage.
- Reliable hours — weekday hours covering early drop-off at 6:00 AM through 5:30 PM pickup, giving working parents a full day covered.
- Competitive tuition — rates designed for real working families in Dyer County, with TDHS subsidy accepted for those who qualify.
Programs Available
Our full-time childcare programs cover three distinct developmental groups:
🍼 Infant Room — Starting at 6 Weeks
Babies from 6 weeks to 12 months receive individualized care in a dedicated infant room. Caregivers follow each baby's natural feeding and sleep rhythm, maintain Tennessee's required 1:4 ratio, and log every feeding, nap, and diaper change for parents.
🧸 Toddler Classroom — Ages 1 to 3
Toddlers in Dyer County love exploring and testing boundaries. Our toddler room redirects that energy into purposeful activities — building vocabulary, developing motor skills, learning to share and take turns, and beginning the social routines that prepare them for group learning.
✏️ Pre-K Room — Ages 3 to 5
Our Pre-K classroom targets the kindergarten readiness skills Dyer County schools look for: letter recognition, counting, phonological awareness, name writing, following directions, and managing emotions in a group setting. Graduates consistently arrive at kindergarten prepared and confident.
How Far Is It from Dyersburg?
You'll find us at 625 W Main St C in Newbern — take US Highway 51 South from Dyersburg and you're typically pulling into our parking lot in about 15 minutes. Parents who've tried other options in the area consistently tell us the drive is no trouble once they see what we offer.
No matter where your workday takes you across Dyer County, the commute to Smarty Tots Too is quick and the daily drop-off and pickup routine is smooth and predictable.
Scheduling Your Tour from Dyersburg
The easiest way to start is to call us and set up a time to walk through. Tours run during regular operating hours — you don't need a formal appointment, but a quick heads-up is helpful. During your visit:
- You'll meet the caregivers your child would work with every day
- You'll see the infant room, toddler classroom, and Pre-K space
- You'll have time to ask anything about licensing, ratios, meal policy, and curriculum
- You'll get a clear picture of what a typical day looks like for your child's age group
Most Dyersburg parents leave feeling much more confident than when they arrived. That outcome is very much on purpose.
Openings Available Now — Call or Stop By
Spots are available right now across all age groups. Call to confirm there's a place for your child and to get your tour on the books.
Call (731) 676-2628 Message on FacebookCommon Questions from Dyersburg Parents
Do you enroll very young babies — under 3 months?
Yes. Our infant room is open to babies from 6 weeks old. Caregivers follow each baby's natural schedule for feeding, napping, and awake time, and maintain Tennessee’s required 1:4 caregiver ratio throughout the day. Because infant spots go quickly — especially for newborns — we recommend calling as early as possible.
Do you require potty training for toddlers?
No. We work with toddlers who are actively in the process of potty training and will not turn away a child because they are not yet fully trained. We ask that families communicate where their child is in the process so caregivers can provide consistent support and positive reinforcement throughout the day.
What are your hours?
Doors open at 6:00 AM each weekday and we stay open until 5:30 PM — Monday through Friday. We close on major holidays and follow a published holiday calendar distributed to all enrolled families. That early opening is intentional — we know Dyer County parents often need to be at work well before 7:00 AM.
Are you licensed by the State of Tennessee?
Yes. Smarty Tots Too is a fully licensed childcare facility regulated by the Tennessee Department of Human Services, Child Care Licensing division. Our license is current, displayed at the facility, and covers all age groups we serve — infants through preschool-age children. Prospective families are welcome to ask to review our licensing documentation during a tour.
Is the commute from Dyersburg to Smarty Tots Too realistic for daily use?
Very much so. Families from Dyersburg, Halls, and Trenton all make the daily trip — typically 10 to 20 minutes depending on where you’re coming from. Highway 51 connects Dyersburg to Newbern directly. Most parents factor the drive in within the first week and tell us they barely notice it.
How much does daycare cost at Smarty Tots Too?
Our weekly rates are priced competitively for Dyer County working families. We offer full-time enrollment for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Call us at (731) 676-2628 to get current pricing — rates vary by age group and enrollment schedule.
Is Smarty Tots Too a good fit for working parents with early start times?
Yes — we open at 6:00 AM Monday through Friday, specifically because many Dyer County parents need to be at work early. We close at 5:30 PM, giving you a full working day covered. We've been doing this for years and understand that reliability is non-negotiable for working families.
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