The Children's Courtyard
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Verified evidence places this provider between 28 and 49. The badge shows the floor: the score the public record can defend.
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On record in Florida.
8510 Watermill Blvd S, Jacksonville FL, 32244
- Ages
- 6 wks – 5 yrs
- Hours
- 6:00AM to 6:00PM
- Licensed for
- 263 children
- Subsidies
- Accepted
Hours
On the state licence record
6:00AM to 6:00PM
Monday through Friday
Hours change without the licence record changing. Call before you plan a drop-off around these times.
Ages and programs
Reported to Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation by The Children's Courtyard 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
- After School
- Before School
- Drop In
- Food Served
- Full Day
- Half Day
- Infant Care
- Transportation
The public record
- License number
- C04DU0595
- License status
- Licensed
- License type
- Child Care Facility
- Licensed capacity
- 263 children
- Address
- 8510 Watermill Blvd S, Jacksonville FL, 32244
- County
- Duval County
- Phone
- +19049085500
- Website
- Not listed
- License issued
- January 1, 2007
- License expires
- December 31, 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.
1 clean inspection · 5 with findings in the last 6
FindingAug '23
Aug 28, 2023
04-01: Supervision of children in the [VPK classroom] group was inadequate in that [child walked out of the classroom when other parents were signing out their child. Child's mom saw her outside on the sidew…
FindingDec '24
Dec 18, 2024
47-08: Child care personnel misrepresented information, impersonated, or provided fraudulent information related to the child care facility to a parent/guardian, licensing authority, or law enforcement. s. 4…
FindingApr '25
Apr 11, 2025
47-08: Child care personnel misrepresented information, impersonated, or provided fraudulent information related to the child care facility to a parent/guardian, licensing authority, or law enforcement. s. 4…
FindingJul '25
Jul 21, 2025
11-03: Child care personnel did not comply with the facility's written disciplinary and expulsion policies. CCF Handbook, Section 2.8, B General Requirements [SR] Comments Personnel was observed on video ina…
FindingJul '25
Jul 28, 2025
03-01: A ratio of [2] child care personnel for [20] children is required. A ratio of [1] child care personnel for [20] children was observed. s.402.305(4), F.S. General Requirements [SR] Comments Specialist …
- CleanMar '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
- Quality: Gold Seal accredited by the state
- Programs: Offers Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK)
- Affordability: Accepts School Readiness funding
Points to verify
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From Yelp
Recent parent reviews
The 3 most recent of 8 Yelp reviews. Scroll for the rest of them.
- Yelp
This is a great daycare! The teacher here love their kids and it shows. The management team is quick to address issues no matter how small. My kids are...
Elora T.Jun 3, 2026 - Yelp
My son graduated from VPK at The Children's Courtyard, and I couldn't be happier with our experience. From day one, the staff and management have been...
Georgette G.Mar 21, 2026 - Yelp
I would give more than 5 stars if I could! This center is so great. I have had both my kids enrolled here for almost 2 years. The teacher are always doing...
Elora T.Sep 28, 2023
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Questions parents ask about The Children's Courtyard
Is The Children's Courtyard a licensed child care provider in Florida?
- Yes. The Children's Courtyard holds Florida DCF licence C04DU0595, currently listed as "Licensed" by the Department of Children and Families, first licensed on January 1, 2007. Confirm current standing with DCF before enrolling.
Does The Children's Courtyard offer free VPK?
- Yes. The Children's Courtyard 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.
Is The Children's Courtyard a Gold Seal provider?
- Yes. The Children's Courtyard holds Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires accreditation by a DCF-approved accrediting association in good standing.
Does The Children's Courtyard accept School Readiness subsidies?
- Yes. The DCF record shows The Children's Courtyard 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 The Children's Courtyard care for?
- The Children's Courtyard is licensed for up to 263 children. Licensed capacity is a legal maximum, not current availability or enrollment.
Has The Children's Courtyard had any licensing violations?
- Florida DCF has recorded 16 inspections at The Children's Courtyard, 5 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.
