Best Before or After School Daycare in Jacksonville, FL
Compare 10 before or after school daycare in Jacksonville. Average rating: 4.23/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Jacksonville, Florida at a glance
- Programs
- 10
- Avg rating
- 4.23/5
- Parent reviews
- 3,023
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 116
Jacksonville has 10 licensed before or after school daycare with 3,023 parent reviews averaging 4.23/5.116 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 47% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 32224 (avg 4.59 stars), while 32216 has the largest selection (23 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Jacksonville
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.
- 1Wallace Enterprises Learning And Development Center4.8 score5(20)
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.
Strong academic curriculumsmall class sizes enabling one-on-one instructionpersonalized attention to individual learning abilitiesChristian teachings integrated into education - 2New Dimensions Learning Center INC4.72 score4.9(20)
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.
Caring and attentive teacherslong staff tenurehome-like and cozy atmospherestrong educational foundation - 3The Sunshine House4.72 score4.9(20)
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.
Patient and professional instructorssmall class sizes with high teacher-to-student ratiosrapid skill progressionclean and well-maintained facilities - 4Victory Preschool4.72 score4.9(20)
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.
Caring and patient teachersstrong director leadershipexcellent communication with parentsclean facilities - 5Shiva Robotics Academy4.72 score4.9(20)
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.
Passionate and inspirational staff (especially Coach K)high-quality STEM curriculumengaging robotics and coding instructionexcellent parent communication with daily photos and videos - 6Kids Academy Usa INC4.72 score4.9(20)
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.
Attentive and caring staffprofessional managementclean facilitystrong VPK/kindergarten preparation curriculum - 7Avondale Child'S Day Out4.72 score4.9(20)
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.
Welcoming and inclusive environmentsmall school settinga - 8Care Bear Kids Academy At True Vine4.72 score4.9(20)
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.
caring and attentive staffstrong academic curriculum and instructionclean and well-organized - 9Braxton'S Academy4.71 score5(12)
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.
Academic excellence and structured lesson planscaring and attentive staffclean facilityspiritual/Christian foundation - 10Beulahland Christian Academy4.69 score5(11)
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.
Warm and inviting atmospherekind and caring staffspiritual nourishmentexcellent customer service
Rating Distribution
Based on 246 daycares with Google ratings in Jacksonville
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 3,023 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Jacksonville, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Jacksonville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32224 | 12 | 4.59 | 6 | |
| 32223 | 7 | 4.58 | 4 | |
| 32206 | 20 | 4.56 | 7 | |
| 32256 | 12 | 4.55 | 4 | |
| 32202 | 7 | 4.55 | 3 | |
| 32225 | 12 | 4.52 | 4 | |
| 32216 | 23 | 4.45 | 7 | |
| 32257 | 9 | 4.44 | 5 | |
| 32246 | 9 | 4.42 | 4 | |
| 32217 | 11 | 4.42 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Jacksonville (14–684 children)
Small
up to 30 children
39
Medium
31–75 children
137
Large
76–150 children
125
Very Large
150+ children
54
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Jacksonville based on parent reviews
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Before or After School Daycare in Jacksonville, Florida
There are 10 before or after school daycare in Jacksonville, Florida, making up 3% 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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Jacksonville have an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 across 246 rated facilities, with 47% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 3,023 parent reviews. Parents in Jacksonville most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and caring and attentive staff.
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.
All Before or After School Daycare in Jacksonville
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One parent highlights the staff's genuine care for children and clients, while others report significant operational failures, including false information and mismanagement of daily schedules. These incidents have left some families feeling undervalued and unwilling to recommend the service.
- Address
- 1128 Barer Street, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 630-6580
- Address
- 1157 Golfair Blvd, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 924-3011
- Address
- 5805 Old Saint Augustine Rd, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 630-7250
- Address
- 5300 Park Street, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 630-7250
One parent highlights the staff's genuine care for children and employees, while others report significant operational failures, including providing false information and failing to assign teachers, which resulted in children being sent home early. Another reviewer strongly criticizes the overall service quality, stating they would never recommend the program to other parents.
- Address
- 7750 Tempest St S, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 503-9507
- Address
- 8801 Lake Placid Dr E, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 924-3027
One parent highlights the staff's professionalism and knowledge, noting a positive educational environment that prioritizes child safety and mental health. The reviewer found the experience satisfying and suggested the program is so effective it deserves expansion.
- Address
- 5701 Silver Plz, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 716-7134
- Address
- 6725 Hema Rd, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 514-2022
- Address
- 3619 Toledo Rd, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 733-2313
- Address
- 6345 County Road 218 West, Jacksonville, FL
- Phone
- (904) 644-0072
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