
Browse all 286 child daycare & preschools in Jacksonville, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
7442 Gainesville Ave, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Parents consistently praise Wallace Enterprises Learning and Development Center for its strong academic focus, small class sizes, and personalized attention to each child's development. The family-owned center is noted for teaching fundamental skills like reading, writing, and math while integrating Christian values, with children showing measurable academic progress and school readiness. Staff are described as compassionate, communicative, and treating families as extended family members.
3612 Belfort Rd, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 150 children
New Dimensions Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing home-like environment, strong educational curriculum, and excellent communication. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and have shown significant developmental growth.
3993 San Jose Park Dr, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Aqua Fin Swim Academy, not The Sunshine House daycare. The reviews consistently praise Aqua Fin's swimming instruction program, with parents reporting significant skill development, improved water confidence, and professional instruction from patient instructors.
4651 Kernan Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Victory Preschool receives universal praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and director Anne's dedication to each child's individual needs. Parents consistently report their children are happy, feel safe, and thrive academically and emotionally in this well-organized, clean environment.
7044 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 138 children
Shiva Robotics Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the STEM-focused curriculum, engaging robotics programs, and passionate staff, particularly founder Coach K. Parents highlight their children's enthusiasm for learning, strong communication through photos/videos, and positive behavioral changes. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and offering diverse activities including coding, 3D printing, VR, and special Friday events.
1842 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 66 children
Parents consistently praise Kids Academy USA for exceptional care, professional staff, and strong educational curriculum. Ms. Tameka, the owner, is frequently highlighted for her dedication, teaching quality, and genuine care for children. The facility is noted as clean, organized, and welcoming with affordable pricing.
1651 Talbot Ave, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 50 children
Avondale Child's Day Out is a church-affiliated preschool program that parents praise for its welcoming and inclusive environment. The one parent review of the preschool specifically highlighted the teachers' cleanliness standards, communication during the pandemic, and strong educational outcomes in a small school setting. Most reviews are about the affiliated church rather than the daycare program itself.
3519 Post St, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children
Care Bear Kids Academy at True Vine receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff—particularly owner/teacher Ms. Tameka, Ms. Cece, and Alyssa. Parents highlight strong academic instruction, especially in VPK programs, a clean facility, reasonable pricing, and individualized attention to each child's development and needs.
5505 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 31 children
Braxton's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the facility's strong academic curriculum, caring staff, and clean environment. Parents report their children gain significant academic skills before entering elementary school and feel loved and well-supervised. The center is led by Dr. Braxton and emphasizes structured lesson plans, spiritual/Christian values, and individualized attention rather than basic childcare.
9550 Ribault Ave, Jacksonville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 28 children
Reviews consistently praise Beulahland Christian Academy for its warm, welcoming atmosphere and spiritual environment. Parents highlight the kindness and care of the pastoral staff and community members. The facility is noted for accommodating various events and providing meaningful worship experiences.
Highest rated daycares in Jacksonville based on parent reviews
7442 Gainesville Ave, Jacksonville, FL
Parents consistently praise Wallace Enterprises Learning and Development Center for its strong academic focus, small class sizes, and personalized attention to each child's development. The family-owned center is noted for teaching fundamental skills like reading, writing, and math while integrating Christian values, with children showing measurable academic progress and school readiness. Staff are described as compassionate, communicative, and treating families as extended family members.
3612 Belfort Rd, Jacksonville, FL
New Dimensions Learning Center receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, experienced staff, nurturing home-like environment, strong educational curriculum, and excellent communication. Multiple families report their children are excited to attend and have shown significant developmental growth.
3993 San Jose Park Dr, Jacksonville, FL
NOTE: The reviews provided are for Aqua Fin Swim Academy, not The Sunshine House daycare. The reviews consistently praise Aqua Fin's swimming instruction program, with parents reporting significant skill development, improved water confidence, and professional instruction from patient instructors.
4651 Kernan Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL
Victory Preschool receives universal praise from parents who highlight the warm, caring staff and director Anne's dedication to each child's individual needs. Parents consistently report their children are happy, feel safe, and thrive academically and emotionally in this well-organized, clean environment.
7044 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL
Shiva Robotics Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the STEM-focused curriculum, engaging robotics programs, and passionate staff, particularly founder Coach K. Parents highlight their children's enthusiasm for learning, strong communication through photos/videos, and positive behavioral changes. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and offering diverse activities including coding, 3D printing, VR, and special Friday events.
1842 Blanding Blvd, Jacksonville, FL
Parents consistently praise Kids Academy USA for exceptional care, professional staff, and strong educational curriculum. Ms. Tameka, the owner, is frequently highlighted for her dedication, teaching quality, and genuine care for children. The facility is noted as clean, organized, and welcoming with affordable pricing.
There are 286 child daycare & preschools in Jacksonville, Florida, making up 78% of the 366 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Jacksonville, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Austin Christian Academy receives consistently high praise from parents and students who emphasize the supportive, family-like environment and dedicated faculty. Reviews highlight strong college preparation programs, hands-on learning experiences, and partnerships with Florida colleges. The school is credited with helping students achieve academic and personal growth.
Kids World Academy of Florida receives mostly 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, clean facility, and family-oriented environment. However, two 1-star reviews raise serious safety and conduct concerns, including unlocked doors, alleged marijuana use around children, and claims of harassment and negligence.
Rattles to Tassels Learning Center in Jacksonville receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Children show improved confidence, learning, and happiness.
Chappell @ FSCJ South Campus receives mixed reviews with strong praise from most parents but serious concerns from others. Many parents highlight caring staff, engaging activities, and daily communication, while others report inadequate supervision, inappropriate teacher behavior, high illness rates, and poor care in the toddler room.
Your Precious Angels receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the welcoming and caring staff, clean facility, strong parent-teacher communication, and children's enjoyment of attending. Multiple parents report their children have learned significantly and feel the center provides a family-like environment.
Lang's Little Lambs Preschool receives mixed reviews. Seven parents gave perfect 5-star ratings, praising staff care, cleanliness, and child development outcomes. However, three 1-star reviews cite serious concerns including owner dismissiveness regarding incidents, misdiagnosis of a medical condition, and inadequate COVID-19 protocols.
Wesley Child Development Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the small school atmosphere, attentive staff, and educational curriculum. However, some parents report serious concerns about enrollment organization, feeding practices, and child neglect allegations.
This facility is primarily an addiction recovery and detox center, not a traditional daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive (all 5-star ratings), with clients praising the staff's compassion, comprehensive support services, and effectiveness in helping with addiction recovery. One review mentions on-site childcare for residents' children.
Kidsville 2000 Inc receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, educational quality, and developmental progress of children, with many reporting kids were ahead academically entering kindergarten. However, some parents report serious concerns including overcrowding, lack of learning, unprofessional conduct, yelling, hitting, and punitive treatment of children.
Kidsville 2000 #2 receives mixed reviews with most parents praising staff care, child development, and school readiness preparation. However, some parents report serious concerns about classroom ratios, unprofessional conduct, and inappropriate discipline practices. The facility appears to have both highly satisfied long-term families and parents with significant negative experiences.
Merian Johnson Family Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for Mrs. Johnson's professionalism, staff care, and children's academic and developmental progress. One parent reported a serious concern about staff conduct and felt the owner was unsupportive when issues arose. Schedule inconsistencies were noted as an inconvenience by one parent.
Super Duck Child Care has highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, particularly Mrs. Banks, for being caring, professional, and attentive to child development. However, two parents report serious concerns including alleged physical abuse by staff and mishandling of health protocols.
Super Duck Child Care has extremely polarized reviews. Most parents (8 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, learning opportunities, and professional management under Mrs. Banks. However, two one-star reviews allege serious concerns including physical abuse of children, inadequate owner response to complaints, and billing irregularities.
Parents consistently praise Chosen Ones Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Children show measurable academic progress and developmental milestones, and parents report feeling their children are safe, loved, and well-taught rather than just supervised. The daycare director and individual teachers, particularly mentioned staff members like Shay, Melissa, and Ms. Lena, receive special recognition for their dedication.
Parents consistently praise Kids by the Hour LLC for its caring, attentive staff and clean, safe environment that supports child development. The facility's flexible hourly scheduling and extended hours (open until midnight) are major advantages. All reviewers gave 5-star ratings and reported their children are happy and eager to return.
Bright Future Learning Center receives mixed reviews. Some parents praise the safe, nurturing environment and cleanliness, while others report serious concerns about child safety, unprofessional management, and poor communication with the owner/director Diane.
Inspiring Minds Learning Center has highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the facility's caring staff, particularly Ms. Evans, noting their children learned well and felt safe. However, three parents report serious concerns including mistreatment, alleged physical abuse, sanitation issues with roaches, and disrespectful staff behavior.
Little Stepping Stones Christian Academy receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and child development focus. However, some prospective parents report negative phone interactions, including rudeness and being hung up on when inquiring about services.
This Google Business listing appears to be incorrectly categorized as a daycare center. The reviews are actually about Citibank's Jacksonville location, which is now corporate office space only. Reviews focus on banking services and customer service issues, not childcare.
Parents consistently praise DUPONT YMCA for its caring and passionate staff, engaging activities, and clean facilities including a pool and sports areas. The center is noted as a safe, welcoming environment where children enjoy summer/winter camps and before/after school programs. One reviewer mentioned trash in certain outdoor areas.
Intercoastal Kids Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring and stable staff, clean facilities, educational activities, and family-oriented environment where children are happy and engaged.
Just 4 Kids Learning Academy has mixed reviews with strong positive feedback about staff friendliness, communication, cleanliness, and curriculum preparation, but serious concerns raised about health and safety issues including failure to report contagious illnesses, alleged physical handling of children, and frequent dismissals from care.
A KID'S LEARNING EXPERIENCE has highly polarized reviews. Five parents praise the staff, educational programs, transportation, affordability, and personalized support for their children. However, three parents report serious safety concerns including unattended children, inappropriate physical contact by staff, and health/hygiene issues.
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