Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years old
Learning for fun. Learning for life. The Goddard School located in Farragut uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children from six weeks to six years old have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Talented teachers collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners. The Goddard School’s comprehensive play-based curriculum, developed with early childhood education experts, provides the best childhood preparation for social and academic success.
Knoxville Moms, I have a gift for you!
Hey y’all, my name is Kendall Shields and I am a senior student at The University of Tennessee. Throughout my 4 years at UT, I have been lucky enough to have been mentored by some amazing women in the Knoxville area, many of whom have had young children. Therefore, I have gotten to see first-hand, how hard it can be to schedule those girlfriend lunch-dates, coffee chats, women’s bible studies, or even just a few hours alone to get some work done with those cute little distractions by your side.
I would love nothing more than to lift this burden for you, Mom! I am offering my childcare services, free of charge, in order to open up space for those life-giving conversations and restful reunions you deserve.
A little bit about me!
- I am from Austin, TX, and may still have a slight allegiance to my longhorns (oops!)
- I just finished up my swimming career at UTK, so let me know if your kiddos could use some swimming lessons this spring!
- I have many years of experience in KIDS ministry at my local churches and have spent countless hours babysitting some dear family and friends.
- I am graduating in May with a degree in Management and Data Analytics, and will be getting married in October!
If you are interested, the best way to reach me is either via text or email. I am available between 11am and 2pm on weekdays and on weekends. I look forward to introducing myself more formally as well as meeting your little ones soon :).
My name is Karen Vacaliuc, and I am a birth doula, connecting families through birth. I offer doula services in the Anderson, Knox, Morgan, and Roane Counties. I am passionate about mothers, babies, and family. I also have a deep desire to empower women through positive experiences of pregnancy, labor, and childbirth.
I know that the support I can give to mothers-to-be and their partners, during pregnancy and childbirth, can help make their experience less stressful, more informed, more comfortable, and more satisfying. One quote that I have read before stays with me. “The motherhood ideal is impossible to achieve because it ignores reality. Babies don’t need super mothers, they just need good mothers.” (author unknown) In working together with families, I hope to create a more healthy and satisfying approach to family dynamics in its early stages.
Looking for a fun and creative activity for your kids to do in Knoxville? Try a Creative Art Class with professional Artist and Elementary Art Educator, Miss Shelley! Enjoy the freedom to explore and create with color on canvas and wood, sculpt with clay, make jewelry, crafts, and super slime in a kid friendly learning environment under the positive guidance of a caring and experienced Instructor! We offer classes for Preschool, Homeschool, and Elementary Age Kids year round. Attend one class or try them all for an immersive Art experience.
Miss Shelley also enjoys teaching Creative Art Parties for Kids and will work with you to plan a custom Event in the Art Studio or at your location in Knoxville, Maryville, Oak Ridge, Powell, and Lenoir City (home, church, event venue) During the summer and winter breaks, Kids can enjoy a variety of Art Classes and mini Art Camps with fun themes and awesome quality Art projects your kids will love!
Check out our upcoming Events on our website http://www.CreativeArtInfo.com and we hope to create with you in the Art Studio at Smart Toys & Books soon! Follow on IG @CreativeFamilyFun
The Knoxville Suzuki Academy provides musical instruction inspired and guided by the philosophies and approaches popularized by Shinichi Suzuki. Our faculty members are trained Suzuki teachers and are actively engaged in the pursuit of excellence in their teaching. Each child’s music lessons will be a collaboration between teacher, parent, and child, and feature a nurturing, encouraging, yet disciplined approach.
I am a CAPPA certified postpartum doula and Overnight postpartum care is my passion. I believe it is the most needed area of postpartum support to be able to set a family up for success. I provide the extra set of hands, emotional support, and expertise during the night that you and your baby need. I am there to encourage you and be the educated baby whisperer when you feel you have no one else to call during those middle of the night parenting hours. I help create a comfortable, safe sleep environment for both your family and your baby so everyone gets the rest they need.
My name is Kari Lapins and I have taught Suzuki Violin and Viola lessons to students of all ages and abilities, beginning at age 3, since 2004. I hold a Masters Degree in Suzuki Pedagogy (registered Every Child Can, Suzuki Violin Books 1-10, and Suzuki Principles in Action with the Suzuki Association of the Americas) and Violin Performance from Northern Arizona University. I offer weekly individual lessons and monthly group and Music Mind Games classes, as well as performance opportunities and elective classes. I believe in teaching each individual child in a nurturing learning environment and celebrating with them as they gain new knowledge and skills. In keeping with the Suzuki philosophy, I believe that Every Child Can learn to play the violin!
Through my training with DTI as a birth and postpartum doula, I can help you explore your options for pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum period, providing information based on the best available evidence from local and national sources. My knowledge and experience eases the process tremendously as you develop your own vision for welcoming your newest family member. As your doula, I can help you find ways to connect to yourself, your partner, your baby, and your community, and I’ll be with you every step of the way, from prenatal visits in your home, to your birthing room, and afterwards when your baby is finally in your arms. Visit my website to learn more.
All Knox Swim provides personalized swimming and water safety instruction that will help you and your family safely enjoy all types of water. We offer private swim lessons for ages 1 to adult. All lessons are taught by highly trained instructors using the curriculum created by the owner, who has degrees in Kinesiology and Special Education and swam for an NCAA DI swim team. Join us in making Knoxville “A Drowning Free Knoxville” while taking your swimming to the next level!
Are you overwhelmed with schooling this year? We have you completely covered! With our Christain Church Related School, combined with our online courses, you don’t need to do anything else! That’s right, take a deep sigh of relief. Unless of course…you want to – Anything else you choose to do is bonus material for your learner. Our in-person curriculum includes all of the core classes designed according to your learner’s individual level (math, science, reading, social studies, Bible). Online classes expand upon these as learners can choose which classes they enjoy taking or need more practice with. Extracurricular online courses could include music, art, foreign language, ASL, political science, apologetics and more. Can’t join us in person? Sign up for à la carte online classes – you can even join the school in semester long live classes.
Registration is open for Fall 2022 semester! Online classes begin October 6th and in-person classes begin October 17th. Registration free includes all curriculum for the entire year.
Mission Statement: To provide a safe and fun space for learners to get a well rounded Christ centered education.
Who We Are: A Christian hybrid teaching platform that includes a variety of classes both in-person and online. While the world is teaching our children that genders are subjective, science disproves God’s existence and we need to separate God from schools – we will teach children how to defend their beliefs, that science can coincide with God’s beautiful creation and be able to stand firm in their faith backed by logic, facts and science. As more learners are transferring to online education, there is a lack of Christian courses.
We’ve got you covered! We provide a large variety of engaging core classes including math, reading, science, social studies, history, government and are adding new courses all the time. We foster a strong belief in independence therefore providing many life skill courses including homesteading, financial independence, farming and entrepreneurship. Often children that are brought up in Christian homes still can turn away from God later in life, that is why we offer apologetics courses to build a strong and unshakable foundation.
Statement of Faith: We do not have an official statement of faith as we accept all Christian denominations.
Our classes are family focused and are designed to help families prepare for the birth of their new little one, whether you are expecting your first child or your 5th! We go over everything from pregnancy wellness, medications used during labor, how to cope with labor without medication, postpartum, and so much more!
Ages: 3-11 (Preschool-5th grade)
The Knoxville Montessori School is a nonprofit private school that provides high-quality Montessori education for children from 3 years old through 5th grade. Founded in 1966, KMS is widely recognized for its nurturing environment, high academic standards, experienced teaching staff, and diverse student body.
Following the Montessori method, KMS students work at their own pace, individually and in small groups, using a variety of hands-on materials that build critical physical and intellectual skills and help them move naturally into more advanced academic work
This process encourages students to take responsibility for their own learning, and it nurtures independence, curiosity, creativity, and teamwork skills – all of which are critical for future success in our rapidly changing 21st-century world.
For more information and to find out if Montessori education would be a good fit for your child, contact Operations Director Charlie Biggs at 865-525-6042.
Ages: 12 months to Pre-K
The Farragut Church of Christ Preschool seeks to provide a variety of creative learning opportunities for each child. Our curriculum includes academics, Bible lessons, music, gymnastics, foreign language, and sign language. The Preschool strives for an atmosphere in which children can explore, learn, grow, and mature. The Preschool emphasizes self-esteem, motor skills, social skills, and most importantly, Christian values. This program is a facet of the Christian education efforts of the church. The Preschool satisfies all State licensing requirements. The program has received the highest Three-Star rating.