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Southside Methodist Church Preschool

Licensed
51Elevated Risk

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Center-based

On record in Florida.

3120 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32207

Ages
6 wks – 5 yrs
Hours
8:30AM to 3:30PM
Licensed for
135 children

Hours

On the state licence record

8:30AM to 3:30PM

Monday through Friday

Listed on Google

Mon
9 AM–3:30 PM
Tue
9 AM–3:30 PM
Wed
9 AM–3:30 PM
Thu
9 AM–3:30 PM
Fri
9 AM–3:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

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 Southside Methodist Church Preschool 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

  • Half Day

The public record

License number
C04DU0355
License status
Licensed
License type
Child Care Facility
Licensed capacity
135 children
Address
3120 Hendricks Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32207
County
Duval County
Website
Not listed
License issued
May 28, 1989
License expires
December 12, 2026

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.

5 clean inspections · 2 with findings in the last 7

  1. FindingMar '23

    Mar 27, 2023

    21-07: Children did not receive assistance with toileting or bathing in accordance with their age or required needs. CCF Handbook, Section 3.7, F Comments Counselor observed that 3 year old age group did not…

  2. CleanApr '24
  3. CleanJul '24
  4. CleanNov '24
  5. FindingNov '25

    Nov 18, 2025

    41-01: Child(ren) did not have a Florida Certification of Immunization (DH Form 680) or a Religious Exemption from Immunization (DH Form 681), on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.1,… | 42-01: Child(ren) did not have a Student Health Examination/DH (Form 3040), or an equivalent health statement on file within 30 days of enrollment. CCF Handbook, Section 7.2, C Comments Refer to the suppleme… | 45-09: The facility failed to maintain a current Employee/Contractor Roster for all child care personnel in the Clearinghouse. CCF Handbook, Section 5.1, K Comments Facility failed to maintain background scr…

  6. CleanMar '26
  7. CleanJul '26

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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)

Points to verify

Consider before choosing

Not enough signal recorded yet.

Questions parents ask about Southside Methodist Church Preschool

Is Southside Methodist Church Preschool a licensed child care provider in Florida?

Yes. Southside Methodist Church Preschool holds Florida DCF licence C04DU0355, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on May 28, 1989. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.

Does Southside Methodist Church Preschool offer free VPK?

Yes. Southside Methodist Church Preschool 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.

What are Southside Methodist Church Preschool's hours?

Weekday hours listed on its Google business profile are 9 AM–3:30 PM. Listings change, so call ahead to confirm.

How many children can Southside Methodist Church Preschool care for?

Southside Methodist Church Preschool is licensed for up to 135 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.

Has Southside Methodist Church Preschool had any licensing violations?

Florida DCF has recorded 12 inspections at Southside Methodist Church Preschool, 2 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.