Alachua County · Florida
Daycares in Gainesville, Florida
141 licensed child care providers, sourced directly from the FL Department of Children and Families and refreshed daily.
Rising Star Educational Academy #1
Cap. 691938 NE Waldo Rd, Gainesville FL, 32609
Gold SealVPKFaith-basedSt. Patrick Interparish School
Cap. 460550 NE 16th Ave, Gainesville FL, 32601
VPKFaith-basedSt. Anne Early Learning Center
Cap. 3154300 Newberry Rd, Gainesville FL, 32607
VPKHead StartFaith-basedGainesville Country Day School 2
Cap. 2006801 SW 24th Ave, Gainesville FL, 32607
VPKFaith-basedSonshine Day Preschool
Cap. 19610000 W Newberry Rd, Gainesville FL 32606-5544
VPKFaith-basedHoly Trinity Episcopal School
Cap. 161301 N Main St, Gainesville FL, 32601
VPKFaith-basedThe Oak Tree Christian Academy (South)
Cap. 1191023 SE 4th Ave, Gainesville FL, 32601
VPKFaith-basedFirst United Methodist Preschool
Cap. 115419 NE 1st St, Gainesville FL, 32601
VPKFaith-based
Frequently asked
How many licensed daycares are in Gainesville, Florida?
As of the latest FL Department of Children and Families sync, there are 141 licensed child care providers within the Gainesville city limits. This count updates daily.
What is VPK, and which daycares offer it?
VPK (Voluntary Prekindergarten) is Florida's free pre-K program for 4-year-olds. Licensed providers that meet state instructional standards can offer it. Daycares flagged with the VPK badge on this site are currently enrolled in the program.
What is Gold Seal accreditation?
Gold Seal Quality Care is a Florida designation for licensed providers with an accredited national quality certification. It signals compliance with standards above the state minimum.
How often are Florida daycares inspected?
Licensed child care facilities are inspected at least three times per year by DCF, plus additional visits in response to complaints. This site displays every routine inspection recorded by DCF.