Otter Creek Kindergarten Nursery School is here to reach out to students at all the universities in Nashville.
We want to meet your needs. While we serve you, we want to help you serve others.
Our goal is to see students actively involved in the work at Otter Creek, using their gifts to contribute to the work of the local church.
We also want to be there for you as you struggle with the problems that come with college life.
We do that primarily through College Life Groups, which are the heart of our ministry.
Our Sunday PM College Life Groups provide an intimate environment of sharing, praying for each other and accountability.
The college ministry also provides lots of fellowship opportunities including picnics, camping trips, progressive dinners, parties and movie nights.
We have a great time, grow closer together in Christ, and invite others who aren't connected with a church body.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 189 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1960
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
189 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: Prepare the child for the path....not the path for the child.
- Otter Creek Kindergarten Nursery School is here to reach out to students at all the universities in Nashville. We want to meet your needs. While we serve you, we want to help you serve others. Our goal is to see students actively involved in the work at Otter Creek, using their gifts to contribute to the work of the local church. We also want to be there for you as you struggle with the problems that come with college life. We do that primarily through College Life Groups, which are the heart of our ministry. Our Sunday PM College Life Groups provide an intimate environment of sharing, praying for each other and accountability. The college ministry also provides lots of fellowship opportunities including picnics, camping trips, progressive dinners, parties and movie nights. We have a great time, grow closer together in Christ, and invite others who aren't connected with a church body.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Otter Creek Kindergarten & Preschool?
The application deadline for Otter Creek Kindergarten & Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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