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Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc

Licensed
51Elevated Risk

What this score could check

Verified evidence places this provider between 51 and 73. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.

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1 finding on file carries no severity classification and was scored at the moderate middle weight.

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3.5(11)Yelp2.3(3)Claimed on Google
VPKSchool ReadinessFaith-based
Center-based

On record in Florida.

1423 8th Ave N, Jacksonville FL, 32250

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
7:00AM to 6:00PM
Licensed for
150 children
Subsidies
Accepted

Hours

On the state licence record

7:00AM to 6:00PM

Monday through Friday

Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.

Amenities and accessibility

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Reported on the provider's Google business listing, not verified by the state.

Ages and programs

Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc and published in the state licence record. Availability is not the same as licensing, so confirm openings directly.

Licensed to serve

  • 6 wks – 5 yrs

Programs on record

  • Full Day
  • Infant Care

The public record

License number
C04DU0086
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
150 children
Address
1423 8th Ave N, Jacksonville FL, 32250
County
Duval County
Website
Not listed
License issued
July 26, 1990
License expires
July 25, 2027

This page republishes the public license record maintained by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Fields marked "Not listed" are absent from the state's published data, not hidden. Verify current license status with the agency before enrolling.

Verified Credentials

  • Level 2 Background Checks
  • CPR / First Aid Certified Staff
  • Secure Entry System
  • Continuous Video Monitoring (facilities only)

Minimums required by Florida DCF licensing for every Licensed Child Care Facility. Individual center audits may cover more than the list above.

Inspection record

Individual inspection visits as recorded by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation, shown as reported.

7 clean inspections · 1 with finding in the last 8

  1. CleanNov '23
  2. CleanMar '24
  3. CleanJul '24
  4. CleanNov '24
  5. CleanMar '25
  6. CleanJun '25
  7. CleanNov '25
  8. FindingFeb '26

    Feb 19, 2026

    {"kind":"clean","note":"No violation language detected in report."}

Click a finding pill to expand the summary. Fresh violations may show “Summary pending” while business profiles are being updated. Findings are summarized from the official inspection report published by Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation.

What the record says

Provider highlights

Drawn from licensing flags published by the Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Parent-review summaries will appear here once enough reviews have been collected.

Signals of care

Strengths

  • Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
  • Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

From Yelp

Recent parent reviews

  • Yelp

    Our experience at Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool was alarming, deeply concerning and the root of the problem was the director and lack of overall...

    amber O.Feb 19, 2026
  • Yelp

    Miss Laurie is truly the best VPK teacher! She's patient, caring, and makes learning exciting every single day. Our child absolutely loves going to school...

    Nicole H.Oct 8, 2025
  • Yelp

    I want to share our recent experience with Bethlehem Lutheran's preschool and VPK program to help other parents make informed decisions. Our daughter had a...

    Elyse H.Aug 29, 2025

Review insights powered by Yelp. Reviews shown verbatim as returned by Yelp Fusion.

How the reviews split

The 3.5 average comes from 11 Google reviews. An average hides whether opinion is consistent or divided, so the spread is shown too.

  • 5 star7
  • 4 star0
  • 3 star0
  • 2 star0
  • 1 star4

Questions parents ask about Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc

Is Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc holds Florida DCF licence C04DU0086, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on July 26, 1990. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc offer free VPK?

Yes. Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc is on record with Florida DCF as a Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) provider, so eligible 4-year-olds can attend the state-funded program here at no cost. Confirm current VPK enrollment with the provider.

Does Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc accept School Readiness subsidies?

Yes. The DCF record shows Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc participates in Florida's School Readiness program, so families approved for child care assistance through their local Early Learning Coalition may be able to use it here.

How many children can Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc care for?

Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc is licensed for up to 150 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 12 inspections at Bethlehem Lutheran Preschool, Inc, 1 of which recorded at least one finding. Reports are published by the state and summarized as reported; a finding is a cited standard, not a judgment of overall quality.