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Jacksonville at a glance

724 licensed child care providers in Jacksonville, drawn from the state licensing agency's public records. Each profile carries the license number, status, and capacity on record. Where the state publishes nothing for a field, or the daycare is not licensed, the profile says so plainly.

About licensed daycares in Jacksonville

Jacksonville is Florida's largest city by land area, occupying nearly all of Duval County under a consolidated city-county government. The economy leans on the Naval Station Mayport and NAS Jacksonville military communities, the Port of Jacksonville, and a large financial services and healthcare sector centered on downtown and the Southside.

Neighborhoods and districts spread across a wide footprint, from Riverside and Avondale near the St. Johns River, to the Beaches communities of Neptune, Atlantic, and Jacksonville Beach, to the newer subdivisions of the Southside, Mandarin, and the Northside. Families here often weigh long commutes against school-district lines, and the licensed provider directory covers everything from base-adjacent centers with military-family experience to faith-based programs and family homes across the older urban core.

Jacksonville averages

Averaged across every provider on record.

Parent sentiment

-0.5 vs Florida average

Average parent review rating on Google or Yelp.

  • Jacksonville2.9
  • Florida3.4

370 providers sampled

Daycare Index Rating

+2 vs Florida average

Average Daycare Index Rating across the providers here that carry a score. Each score is built only from the public record available for that provider, and whatever the data cannot answer is excluded rather than guessed at. See scoring guide.

  • Jacksonville57
  • Florida55

724 providers sampled

Top 10 Google RatingsYelp

Bayesian-adjusted so review volume matters, not just stars.

Top 10 Safety Ratings

Ranked by the composite Daycare Confidence Index.

Most-Reviewed Jacksonville Daycares

Raw review volume. Not a quality signal on its own.

Most Loved by Jacksonville ParentsYelp

Trust-adjusted parent rating, so review volume counts.

Highest-confidence providers

Ranked by the overall Confidence Index: the regulatory record, parent reviews, accreditation, staff qualifications, and how much each provider publishes about itself. How scoring works.

    • Photo of Kids Unlimited Learning Center Inc

      Kids Unlimited Learning Center Inc

      5751 N Main St Ste 208, Jacksonville FL, 32208

      5.0(1)Yelp(0)
      Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Green Apple Accreditation of Children Services
    • Photo of Primrose School Of Glen Kernan

      Primrose School Of Glen Kernan

      4610 Hodges Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32224

      4.8(69)Yelp3.6(12)
      Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Cognia (FKA AdvanceED)
    • Photo of (A.L.E.C.) Academy Of Learning And Early Care

      (A.L.E.C.) Academy Of Learning And Early Care

      5267 Buick Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32209

      (0)Yelp(0)
      Gold SealAccredited · National Association for Family Child CareLarge Family Child Care Home
    • Photo of Academy Of Excellence

      Academy Of Excellence

      4441 Wesconnett Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
    • Photo of America's Little Leaders

      America's Little Leaders

      1527 Gandy St, Jacksonville FL, 32208

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of Dinsmore Elementary

      Dinsmore Elementary

      7126 Civic Club Dr, Jacksonville FL 32219-2004

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of Holiday Hill Elementary School

      Holiday Hill Elementary School

      6900 Altama Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32216

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of MAI Leadership Academy, Inc.

      MAI Leadership Academy, Inc.

      4027 Moncrief Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32209

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKHead StartCenter-based
    • Photo of Mayport Elementary

      Mayport Elementary

      2753 Shangri La Dr, Jacksonville FL, 32233

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKHead StartCenter-based

    • Methodist Children's Village

      7915 Herlong Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

      4.4(12)Yelp(0)
      Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · National Association for the Education of Young Children
    • Photo of Seasons of Learning Child Care Academy LLC

      Seasons of Learning Child Care Academy LLC

      1830 W 45th St Ste 5, Jacksonville FL, 32209

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of Tiger Academy

      Tiger Academy

      6079 Bagley Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32209

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKHead StartCenter-based
    • Photo of Twin Lakes Elementary

      Twin Lakes Elementary

      8000 Point Meadows Dr, Jacksonville FL 32256-4556

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of Victorious Leaders Of Tomorrow Academy, LLC

      Victorious Leaders Of Tomorrow Academy, LLC

      2130 Woodside St, Jacksonville FL, 32209

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of Waterleaf Elementary

      Waterleaf Elementary

      450 Kernan Blvd N, Jacksonville FL, 32225

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of West Riverside Elementary

      West Riverside Elementary

      2801 Herschel St, Jacksonville FL 32205-8116

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of A Child's Place Montessori School

      A Child's Place Montessori School

      3718 Salisbury Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32216

      (0)Yelp(0)
      Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment

    • A Magical Beginning Learning Academy II

      4040 Confederate Point Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

      (0)Yelp(0)
      Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment
    • Photo of Ajyal Academy

      Ajyal Academy

      5008 Mustang Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32216

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of Al-furqan Academy

      Al-furqan Academy

      2333 Saint Johns Bluff Rd S Jacksonville FL 32246

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
    • Photo of Arlington Heights Elementary School

      Arlington Heights Elementary School

      1520 Sprinkle Dr, Jacksonville FL, 32211

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based
    • Photo of Cedar Hills Baptist Christian School

      Cedar Hills Baptist Christian School

      4200 Jammes Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
    • Photo of Christ The King Catholic School

      Christ The King Catholic School

      6822 Larkin Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32211

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
    • Photo of Christ's Church Academy Preschool

      Christ's Church Academy Preschool

      6045 Greenland Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32258

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
    • Photo of Clay Hill Elementary School

      Clay Hill Elementary School

      6345 County Road 218, Jacksonville FL, 32234

      (0)Yelp(0)
      VPKCenter-based

724 daycares in Jacksonville

  • Photo of Let's Be Friends Academy

    Let's Be Friends Academy

    725 New Berlin Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32218

    5.0(73)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Steam On Learning Center LLC

    Steam On Learning Center LLC

    2805 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville FL, 32207

    4.9(85)Yelp4.5(8)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of The Learning Experience @ Flagler Center

    The Learning Experience @ Flagler Center

    12550 Flagler Center Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32258

    4.8(160)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Victory Preschool

    Victory Preschool

    4651 Kernan Blvd S, Jacksonville FL, 32224

    4.9(59)Yelp(0)
    VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
  • Photo of Jacksonville Arts And Music School

    Jacksonville Arts And Music School

    3315 N Liberty St, Jacksonville FL, 32206

    4.9(55)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Impact Learning Academy - San Marco

    Impact Learning Academy - San Marco

    2468 Atlantic Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32207

    4.9(52)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Green Apple Accreditation of Children Services
  • Photo of The Learning Experience @ Jacksonville Oakleaf

    The Learning Experience @ Jacksonville Oakleaf

    220 Oakleaf Village Pkwy, Jacksonville FL, 32222

    4.7(226)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · National Early Childhood Program Accreditation
  • Photo of Kids Academy USA Inc

    Kids Academy USA Inc

    1842-3 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville FL 32210-1939

    4.9(48)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of The Learning Experience River City

    The Learning Experience River City

    13144 Wolf Bay Dr, Jacksonville FL, 32218

    4.7(161)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Primrose School Of Glen Kernan

    Primrose School Of Glen Kernan

    4610 Hodges Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32224

    4.8(69)Yelp3.6(12)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Cognia (FKA AdvanceED)
  • Photo of Little Britches Academy, Inc.

    Little Britches Academy, Inc.

    10829 Old St Augustine Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32257

    4.7(131)Yelp3.6(9)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · National Accreditation Commission
  • Photo of Kid City Usa Beach Blvd

    Kid City Usa Beach Blvd

    7044 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32216

    4.9(39)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Crest Peak Learning Center

    Crest Peak Learning Center

    4228 Hood Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32257

    4.8(55)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Montessori Kids Universe

    Montessori Kids Universe

    10915 Baymeadows Rd Ste 200, Jacksonville FL, 32256

    4.8(55)Yelp5.0(1)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Kids Club Of Florida Inc

    Kids Club Of Florida Inc

    11257 Alta Dr Ste 119, Jacksonville FL, 32226

    5.0(28)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Wallace Enterprises Learning And Development Center Llc

    Wallace Enterprises Learning And Development Center Llc

    8130 Lem Turner Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32208

    5.0(28)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of New Dimensions Learning Center, Inc.

    New Dimensions Learning Center, Inc.

    3612 Belfort Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32216

    4.9(35)Yelp5.0(5)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment
  • Photo of Destiny Preparatory Academy

    Destiny Preparatory Academy

    11367 Old Saint Augustine Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32258

    4.8(50)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment
  • Photo of A Bright Beginning Child Care, Inc

    A Bright Beginning Child Care, Inc

    9762 Deer Lake Ct, Jacksonville FL, 32246

    4.8(47)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · National Early Childhood Program Accreditation
  • Photo of Johnson Family YMCA Teen Center

    Johnson Family YMCA Teen Center

    5700 Cleveland Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32209

    4.6(258)Yelp4.5(4)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Engaging Young Minds Academy Inc.II

    Engaging Young Minds Academy Inc.II

    5029 Greenway Dr N, Jacksonville FL, 32244

    5.0(25)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Foundations Christian Academy

    Foundations Christian Academy

    5844 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32205

    5.0(25)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Smitty's Learning Center

    Smitty's Learning Center

    7710 Hilsdale Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32216

    4.9(31)Yelp3.5(6)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Achievable Dreams Learning Academy, LLC.

    Achievable Dreams Learning Academy, LLC.

    6150 Fort Caroline Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32277

    4.9(30)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Mitchell Learning Academy, LLC

    Mitchell Learning Academy, LLC

    1210 Lee Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32225

    4.7(58)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Southville Preschool

    Southville Preschool

    10550 Deerwood Park Blvd Ste 704, Jacksonville FL, 32256

    4.9(27)Yelp5.0(1)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Victorious Learning Center II, LLC

    Victorious Learning Center II, LLC

    735 McDuff Ave S, Jacksonville FL, 32205

    5.0(21)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Excel Kids Learning Center Corp

    Excel Kids Learning Center Corp

    5285 Shad Rd Ste 103, Jacksonville FL, 32257

    4.7(54)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Murray Hill Baptist Child Care

    Murray Hill Baptist Child Care

    4300 Post St, Jacksonville FL, 32205

    4.8(35)Yelp(0)
    VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
  • Photo of The Carpenter's Shop Center, Inc.

    The Carpenter's Shop Center, Inc.

    1601 University Blvd N, Jacksonville FL, 32211

    4.8(34)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Kids United Childcare And Learning Center

    Kids United Childcare And Learning Center

    5600 Spring Park Rd Ste 200, Jacksonville FL, 32216

    4.7(41)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Kid City Usa Jacksonville Heights

    Kid City Usa Jacksonville Heights

    4056 Fouraker Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

    4.8(28)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Country Bumpkins Child Care Inc.

    Country Bumpkins Child Care Inc.

    10805 Old Gainesville Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32221

    4.7(38)Yelp5.0(1)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment
  • Photo of Lover's Little One's Academy Inc

    Lover's Little One's Academy Inc

    7900 103rd St Ste 9, Jacksonville FL, 32210

    4.6(59)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment
  • Photo of Celebration Child Care Center L L C

    Celebration Child Care Center L L C

    9555 R G Skinner Pkwy Ste 101, Jacksonville FL, 32256

    5.0(16)Yelp(0)
    VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
  • Photo of Moonbow Child

    Moonbow Child

    14797 Philips Hwy Ste 301, Jacksonville FL, 32256

    5.0(16)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Love Tree Learning Center

    Love Tree Learning Center

    9386 Arlington Expy, Jacksonville FL, 32225

    4.8(24)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Pough's Christian Cuddle Care Inc

    Pough's Christian Cuddle Care Inc

    5606 Avenue B, Jacksonville FL, 32209

    4.7(33)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Kiddie Academy Of St Johns

    Kiddie Academy Of St Johns

    14975 Walden Springs Way, Jacksonville FL, 32258

    4.6(51)Yelp3.5(8)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · National Association for the Education of Young Children
  • Photo of Presidential Learning Center

    Presidential Learning Center

    1205 University Blvd N, Jacksonville FL, 32211

    5.0(15)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Little Britches Academy II

    Little Britches Academy II

    12040 McCormick Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32225

    4.6(48)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · National Accreditation Commission
  • Photo of Sparkling Angels Enrichment Center

    Sparkling Angels Enrichment Center

    2020 Prospect St, Jacksonville FL, 32208

    4.8(22)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of The Children's Courtyard

    The Children's Courtyard

    751 Lady Lake Rd W, Jacksonville FL, 32218

    4.5(96)Yelp2.4(9)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · National Early Childhood Program Accreditation
  • Photo of Braxton's Academy

    Braxton's Academy

    6423 Wilson Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

    5.0(14)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Peaceful Beginnings

    Peaceful Beginnings

    478 W 69th St, Jacksonville FL, 32208

    5.0(14)Yelp(0)
    Large Family Child Care Home
  • Photo of Shining Bright Preschool, Inc

    Shining Bright Preschool, Inc

    55 University Blvd N, Jacksonville FL, 32211

    5.0(14)Yelp(0)
    VPKFaith-basedCenter-based
  • Photo of Sanctuary On 8th Street

    Sanctuary On 8th Street

    120 E 8th St, Jacksonville FL, 32206

    4.7(28)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Destined Angels Christian Academy, Inc

    Destined Angels Christian Academy, Inc

    902 Edgewood Ave S, Jacksonville FL, 32205

    5.0(13)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Scott's New Beginning's Childcare And Learning Center, LLC

    Scott's New Beginning's Childcare And Learning Center, LLC

    3200 Armsdale Rd Ste 13, Jacksonville FL, 32218

    5.0(13)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Arlington Kindergarten Of Jacksonville, Inc.

    Arlington Kindergarten Of Jacksonville, Inc.

    1210 Marcheck St, Jacksonville FL, 32211

    4.8(19)Yelp5.0(2)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Taylor Belle Foundation

    Taylor Belle Foundation

    11046 Harts Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32218

    4.6(37)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Kids Expanding The Kingdom Christian Preschool, Inc

    Kids Expanding The Kingdom Christian Preschool, Inc

    3968 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32257

    4.8(18)Yelp4.4(7)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Accredited Professional Preschool Learning Environment
  • Photo of Impact Learning Academy - Westside Campus

    Impact Learning Academy - Westside Campus

    5301 Ricker Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

    4.6(34)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Green Apple Accreditation of Children Services
  • Photo of Lil Nuggets Daycare Inc.

    Lil Nuggets Daycare Inc.

    7054 Wilson Blvd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

    4.9(14)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Baymeadows Children's Academy

    Baymeadows Children's Academy

    8386 Baymeadows Rd Ste 100, Jacksonville FL, 32256

    4.5(57)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Families of Slain Children of Jacksonville Florida, Inc.

    Families of Slain Children of Jacksonville Florida, Inc.

    2212 N Myrtle Ave, Jacksonville FL, 32209

    4.5(57)Yelp(0)
    Center-based
  • Photo of Bundles Of Joy Academy Inc.

    Bundles Of Joy Academy Inc.

    75 E 43rd St, Jacksonville FL, 32208

    4.8(17)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of Kiddieville Christian Academy

    Kiddieville Christian Academy

    1233 Lane Ave S Ste 39, Jacksonville FL, 32205

    4.8(16)Yelp(0)
    Gold SealVPKCenter-basedAccredited · Green Apple Accreditation Commission of Social Services
  • Photo of Thomas Tots Learning Academy , Inc

    Thomas Tots Learning Academy , Inc

    10663 Monaco Dr Ste 302-303, Jacksonville FL, 32218

    5.0(11)Yelp(0)
    VPKCenter-based
  • Photo of A Little Preschool Inc

    A Little Preschool Inc

    4504 Sunderland Rd, Jacksonville FL, 32210

    5.0(10)Yelp5.0(1)
    VPKCenter-based

More daycares in Jacksonville

664 more, in the same order as the cards above. Each name opens that provider’s licence record, inspections and parent reviews.

Parents ask

Frequently asked

How many licensed daycares are in Jacksonville, Florida?

As of the latest Florida Department of Children and Families sync, there are 724 licensed child care providers within the Jacksonville city limits, in Duval County. Verify current status at myflfamilies.com, which is the authoritative record.

How many Jacksonville daycares offer VPK?

342 of the 724 licensed providers in Jacksonville currently offer Florida's free Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program for 4-year-olds — filter by the VPK badge on the sidebar to see them.

How many Jacksonville daycares hold Gold Seal accreditation?

105 providers in Jacksonville hold Florida's Gold Seal Quality Care designation, which requires an outside quality accreditation above the DCF licensing minimum. Filter by the Gold Seal chip to see them.

Which Jacksonville daycares accept Florida School Readiness subsidies?

440 providers in Jacksonville are on record as offering the Florida School Readiness subsidized child care program. Filter by the School Readiness chip to see the current list.

Are there Head Start programs in Jacksonville?

35 providers participate in the federal Head Start program in Jacksonville. Head Start serves income-eligible children ages 3 to 5 at no cost to the family.

How often are Jacksonville daycares inspected by DCF?

Licensed child care facilities in Florida are inspected at least three times per year by the Florida Department of Children and Families, plus additional visits in response to complaints or reported incidents. Every routine inspection recorded by DCF appears on the daycare's profile page on this site.

Are most Jacksonville daycares child care centers or family day care homes?

Of the 724 licensed providers in Jacksonville, roughly 571 are licensed child care centers or facilities and roughly 120 are family day care homes. The remaining providers hold other DCF license classifications.

How do I verify a Jacksonville daycare's current license status?

Every daycare profile on this site links back to the Florida Department of Children and Families public license lookup. Before enrolling, verify the current license status, capacity, and any open corrective actions directly at myflfamilies.com. The DCF record is authoritative and more current than anything published here.