Finding the right childcare
in Jacksonville, Florida

“Hickory Creek Elementary has become so much more than just a school to our family. It is a place where we have found community and where our children have grown both academically and personally. One of the things I appreciate most about Hickory is how individually known and cared for every child is.”

“I have been nothing short of thrilled with this school since his 1st day of Kindergarten. Parents are very involved here, even the working parents like me. The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing!”

“Hickory Creek Elementary School is truly a wonderful place to be! I absolutely love being part of this school community.”

“The Playgrounds are awesome, well kept, and there's three different playgrounds depending on the age group.”

“Every employee we encounter knows her name and greets her with a wide smile!”

“Communication is lighting fast! You get immediate responses from the enrollment director, the teachers, and any other staff questions you may have!”

“This school is the best. The teachers and administrators love the kids and the families. They use a play approach to learning which my family loves. We have been going to this school for 8 years (multiple kids) and still going. The facility allows the kids to experience multiple playgrounds, gardens, swimming, tennis, dance, theater, basketball, and they can even play in the gym when it's raining.”

“My children love the preschool at the JCA! It is the best program we have found all around town.”

“The JCA provides unparalleled excellence in early childhood education in a loving and nurturing environment.”

“When you have children, you want to give them all the best parts of your childhood. — Fleet Family”

“It feels like home. — Feldman Family (former student, now teaches at the school)”

“The most important thing Martin J. Gottlieb Day School did for me was instill Jewish values and a strong sense of Jewish identity. — Becca Bubis, alumna”

“When you have children, you want to give them all the best parts of your childhood. — Fleet Family”

“It feels like home. — Feldman Family (former student, now teaches at the school)”

“The most important thing Martin J. Gottlieb Day School did for me was instill Jewish values and a strong sense of Jewish identity. — Becca Bubis, alumna”

“The team is fantastic. Their love for what they do is very evident. We appreciate all that they do everyday.”

“Their VPK and daycare program has set her up for success going into elementary school next year.”

“The place looks clean...I really like how secured the place is with 2 out of the 3 doors are locked all the time.”

“My mother went here in the 60s, I went here in the 90s, and now my daughter goes here today!”

“The preschool program is stellar — teachers and assistants go above and beyond and truly care and love the littles like their own.”

“I am a non-Catholic parent of three students and I am confident that my children are in a caring, clean and SAFE environment.”

“The Teachers and staffs are amazing... they love her like family.”

“This center has changed my children lives for the better.”

“St. Paul preschool embraced my family with love and kindness when we're in miserable situation in 2022.”

“I like how responsive the staff are; we can count on someone responding. — Damilola's Mother, Toddler Classroom”

“Friendly teachers; very organized; daily reports with photos. — Jay's Mother, Toddler Classroom”

“The education and care is superior. My child loves the school and is learning so much. — Sienna's Mother, Preschool Classroom”

“I like how responsive the staff are; we can count on someone responding. — Damilola's Mother, Toddler Classroom”

“Friendly teachers; very organized; daily reports with photos. — Jay's Mother, Toddler Classroom”

“The education and care is superior. My child loves the school and is learning so much. — Sienna's Mother, Preschool Classroom”

“I like how responsive the staff are; we can count on someone responding. — Damilola's Mother, Toddler Classroom”

“Friendly teachers; very organized; daily reports with photos. — Jay's Mother, Toddler Classroom”

“The education and care is superior. My child loves the school and is learning so much. — Sienna's Mother, Preschool Classroom”

“While it isn't all sunshine and rainbows, CTK remains a bright spot for us 3 years later. We came to CTK because we wanted a strong administration and teachers who actually teach, and it is difficult to find the kind of social, emotional, and academic support one sees at CTK.”

“Christ the King is an amazing school that has become a second home for us between school and all the activities that are offered.”

“Christ the King has provided our 3 kids with a safe, loving environment as well as an amazing education! The rigorous curriculum provided our oldest who is in 8th grade at Bishop Kenny with the tools he needed to succeed in honors classes.”

“The teachers and staff at Fruit Cove are amazing – always loving, friendly and eager to talk to you about your little one and their accomplishments. Fruit Cove Baptist Weekday Preschool is definitely the place you want your child to be! — Kelly H.”

“Fruit Cove Weekday program has been the best place for both of my kids. The smiles and hugs I receive minister volumes to me as a mom. My children are safe and genuinely know of God's love through the staff. — Kim A.”

“Our Family is grateful for Fruit Cove Baptist Weekday Preschool. The school approaches all education from a Biblical worldview. Our children have thrived in the loving, structured atmosphere. — Kristen D.”

“The teachers and staff at Fruit Cove are amazing – always loving, friendly and eager to talk to you about your little one and their accomplishments. Fruit Cove Baptist Weekday Preschool is definitely the place you want your child to be! — Kelly H.”

“Fruit Cove Weekday program has been the best place for both of my kids. The smiles and hugs I receive minister volumes to me as a mom. My children are safe and genuinely know of God's love through the staff. — Kim A.”

“Our Family is grateful for Fruit Cove Baptist Weekday Preschool. The school approaches all education from a Biblical worldview. Our children have thrived in the loving, structured atmosphere. — Kristen D.”

“CCA and CCJA is a great place to provide your children with academic rigor, and social/emotional growth. They will be with teachers, coaches, and support staff that want the very best for them.”

“You will not find a more caring and loving school anywhere. The teachers at CCA are top-notch and go out of their way to help their students understand the lessons of the curriculum and the Word of God.”

“CCA staff have partnered with our family to keep him reading at grade level! They truly take time for each student to make sure they are growing in all areas of childhood development.”

“CCA and CCJA is a great place to provide your children with academic rigor, and social/emotional growth. They will be with teachers, coaches, and support staff that want the very best for them.”

“You will not find a more caring and loving school anywhere. The teachers at CCA are top-notch and go out of their way to help their students understand the lessons of the curriculum and the Word of God.”

“CCA staff have partnered with our family to keep him reading at grade level! They truly take time for each student to make sure they are growing in all areas of childhood development.”

“We love our O2B teachers!!! Big shout out and nomination to Ms. Frankie and Ms. Julie! They always go the extra mile — Cynthia Rizzuto”

“Mrs. Julie is awesome, very attentive and informative during every pick up in the evenings. — Alicia Martinez”

“Ms.Aaliyah and Ms.Konoshua have been absolutely amazing I was very anxious for my cleft baby to start but they have been so kind and gentle with him and amazingly patient with his feedings. — faith cook”

“We love our O2B teachers!!! Big shout out and nomination to Ms. Frankie and Ms. Julie! They always go the extra mile — Cynthia Rizzuto”

“Mrs. Julie is awesome, very attentive and informative during every pick up in the evenings. — Alicia Martinez”

“Ms.Aaliyah and Ms.Konoshua have been absolutely amazing I was very anxious for my cleft baby to start but they have been so kind and gentle with him and amazingly patient with his feedings. — faith cook”

“We love our O2B teachers!!! Big shout out and nomination to Ms. Frankie and Ms. Julie! They always go the extra mile — Cynthia Rizzuto”

“Mrs. Julie is awesome, very attentive and informative during every pick up in the evenings. — Alicia Martinez”

“Ms.Aaliyah and Ms.Konoshua have been absolutely amazing I was very anxious for my cleft baby to start but they have been so kind and gentle with him and amazingly patient with his feedings. — faith cook”

“The Deerwood Academy has been the best experience with childcare I've ever encountered. They go out of their way to make you and your children feel like family. — Nicosia J.”

“They did an outstanding job with all the VPK kids in the class this year. I can honestly say my kid is ready to start kindergarten and be successful! — Jennifer G.”

“We've been enrolled for a year and we love it. Wonderful teachers and staff and low turn around. — Courtney H.”

“This daycare is an absolute Godsend. The owners and directors are wonderful and caring.”

“zero screen time and an absolute focus on hands-on play-to-learn”

“The facility is well maintained, secure, clean, staffed well enough to provide care for young children from babies to toddlers.”

“The Deerwood Academy has been the best experience with childcare I've ever encountered. They go out of their way to make you and your children feel like family. — Nicosia J.”

“They did an outstanding job with all the VPK kids in the class this year. I can honestly say my kid is ready to start kindergarten and be successful! — Jennifer G.”

“We've been enrolled for a year and we love it. Wonderful teachers and staff and low turn around. — Courtney H.”

“The Deerwood Academy has been the best experience with childcare I've ever encountered. They go out of their way to make you and your children feel like family. — Nicosia J.”

“They did an outstanding job with all the VPK kids in the class this year. I can honestly say my kid is ready to start kindergarten and be successful! — Jennifer G.”

“We've been enrolled for a year and we love it. Wonderful teachers and staff and low turn around. — Courtney H.”

“This daycare is an absolute Godsend. The owners and directors are wonderful and caring.”

“zero screen time and an absolute focus on hands-on play-to-learn”

“The facility is well maintained, secure, clean, staffed well enough to provide care for young children from babies to toddlers.”

“We absolutely love Precious Promises Preschool!! Our 3 year old looks forward to going and has best time! He loves his teachers and always comes home with a fun craft that he made that reinforces the letter or topic of the week.”

“I have peace of mind dropping him off knowing he is in a safe and loving environment.”

“Ministering to preschoolers by providing a nurturing Christian atmosphere for fun and play that is balanced with learning opportunities to allow each child to grow mentally, socially, physically, and spiritually.”

“The teachers are incredible, the facility is clean, a JSO officer is always posted at the school during pick up and drop off.”

“My experience at Trinity Christian Academy has been both formative and deeply rewarding. The school's commitment to academic excellence, faith-based learning, and character development has shaped me not only as a student but also as a person.”

“I cannot say enough good things about the teachers and staff — after 7 years here I would definitely recommend TCA to anybody looking for a private Christian school.”

“Very faithful community. Strong teachers with a focus to working together for the best of the group in a safe environment. — Indeed employee”

“My coworkers were great. We all worked together and made learning fun. — Indeed employee”

“Assumption is a wonderful school that promotes the values of Catholic life. — Indeed employee”

“Both of our boys started attending Primrose-Julington Creek this summer. It has been a truly awesome experience for our family. The Primrose staff has been extremely warm and welcoming and I can tell they are genuinely vested in the growth of all the children that attend.”

“As a mom of a child who has food allergies and asthma, he requires special attention on occasion and the staff at Primrose School of Julington Creek has been absolutely amazing!! I know every day when I drop my child off at school that he receiving the best care possible!!”

“My wife and I enrolled our daughter at Primrose in July of 2012 and have been extremely pleased. The teachers are loving, caring and kind, the curriculum is engaging and fun and the facility is safe, clean and welcoming... My wife and I love everything about Primrose and recommend it to anyone looking for a childcare center that will effectively prepare their child for kindergarten.”

“My son started TLE Oaklef in June and its been nothing short of AMAZING. My son runs to his class every morning. The staff are great and friendly. They really care about the kids and it shows.”

“When we first walked in we could feel great energy from everyone we encountered.”

“The staff are very informative, and the communication is TOP tier.”

“I LOVE IT. IT FEELS LIKE HOME. — Indeed, Lead Infant Teacher & Lead VPK Teacher, December 2025”

“Seacoast helped my kids to be prepared to get great jobs with a Christian, biblical foundation. — PrivateSchoolReview parent”

“like working with family — Indeed, Teacher, December 2018”

“After my son attended his first year in this school, I realized how content I was knowing that I send my child to a safe and mentally stimulating environment where my child can not only learn but also become mentored.”

“This is the best private School around town. I have been a parent since 2007 and every school my child returns to this school I feel very advantaged, because it's a blessing to be part of greatness.”

“Guardian has the ability to be a phenomenal school; however, it is desperately in need of new leadership, and parental support, and a consistent school discipline plan.”

“After my son attended his first year in this school, I realized how content I was knowing that I send my child to a safe and mentally stimulating environment where my child can not only learn but also become mentored.”

“This is the best private School around town. I have been a parent since 2007 and every school my child returns to this school I feel very advantaged, because it's a blessing to be part of greatness.”

“Guardian has the ability to be a phenomenal school; however, it is desperately in need of new leadership, and parental support, and a consistent school discipline plan.”

“After my son attended his first year in this school, I realized how content I was knowing that I send my child to a safe and mentally stimulating environment where my child can not only learn but also become mentored.”

“This is the best private School around town. I have been a parent since 2007 and every school my child returns to this school I feel very advantaged, because it's a blessing to be part of greatness.”

“Guardian has the ability to be a phenomenal school; however, it is desperately in need of new leadership, and parental support, and a consistent school discipline plan.”

“This is absolutely one of the best facilities I have ever been acquainted with. All of the staff are phenomenal when it comes to caring for the kids. You and your children will be made to feel like family here.”

“Awesome school. Staff is very friendly, and the curriculum is amazing! Love that they take pride in the children first!”

“Off to a rough start would be an understatement. Unprepared and disorganized are two words that come to mind for the first week of school.”

“My child has thrived since she started here at 3 months old.”

“No one paying her any attention — parent describing a 2012 incident where a toddler appeared distressed and unattended”

“This is absolutely one of the best facilities I have ever been acquainted with. All of the staff are phenomenal when it comes to caring for the kids. You and your children will be made to feel like family here.”

“Awesome school. Staff is very friendly, and the curriculum is amazing! Love that they take pride in the children first!”

“Off to a rough start would be an understatement. Unprepared and disorganized are two words that come to mind for the first week of school.”

“This is absolutely one of the best facilities I have ever been acquainted with. All of the staff are phenomenal when it comes to caring for the kids. You and your children will be made to feel like family here.”

“Awesome school. Staff is very friendly, and the curriculum is amazing! Love that they take pride in the children first!”

“Off to a rough start would be an understatement. Unprepared and disorganized are two words that come to mind for the first week of school.”

“My child has thrived since she started here at 3 months old.”

“No one paying her any attention — parent describing a 2012 incident where a toddler appeared distressed and unattended”

“love blessed trinity catholic school everyone is super nice and religion class really lets us grow in our faith. the best...”

“I have had a grandchild enrolled for over 5 years with two others enrolled because the school has great teachers and wonderful staff, with amazing education and religion instruction in a family atmosphere.”

“Teachers are leaving after one year and had a negative experience with the vice principal, describing them as very rude and unfriendly.”

“I had a very bad experience with this daycare. They don't have cameras, their App had a lot of issues. I have had 2 heart attacks when i received notification from their app that my son was picked up by someone else.”

“The joy and relief I've felt with him being at Gate Parkway is indescribable — the love that each and every staff member has shown my baby gives me peace knowing that he's loved and taken care of.”

“My husband and I have been able to experience such a kind staff and we trust them with our daughter. The staff has made us feel like family, they have helped us through many milestones, and have loved on our baby girl like no other.”

“I know without a doubt that my daughter is safe here. She has never been mistreated, never been ignored and never hurt. This is definitely a place you can trust when leaving your little one in the care of others. Every day we walk in we are greeted with the warmest smiles and kind words, my three year old loves every single person here. She is treated with so much love.”

“The joy and relief I've felt with him being at Gate Parkway is indescribable — the love that each and every staff member has shown my baby gives me peace knowing that he's loved and taken care of.”

“My husband and I have been able to experience such a kind staff and we trust them with our daughter. The staff has made us feel like family, they have helped us through many milestones, and have loved on our baby girl like no other.”

“I know without a doubt that my daughter is safe here. She has never been mistreated, never been ignored and never hurt. This is definitely a place you can trust when leaving your little one in the care of others. Every day we walk in we are greeted with the warmest smiles and kind words, my three year old loves every single person here. She is treated with so much love.”

“Best VPK teacher! Love Ms. Diana!”

“The teachers are wonderful and genuine and they really care about the kids.”

“My daughter LOVES this school! She is so excited every single day to go to school.”

“Ms. Gabby (Gabrielle) in the infants room is so amazing she treats my child as if she was her own!”

“The owners of Impact Learning Centers are the most compassionate and caring people I have ever met. They embraced me and my daughter through the most challenging time of our lives.”

“Expect to have more kids in your class than ratio calls for, going on lunch at odd times, hard to get a bathroom break.”

“Best daycare in Jacksonville! The teachers in the infant classroom (Ms. Nelly, Ms. Malinda, and Ms. Vera to name a few) were phenomenal.”

“I can't say enough about these guys. I truly love taking my son there. The teachers are fantastic and take such good care of him.”

“Scheduled a tour just to be told no one can give a tour and we needed to reschedule. Charging 1,000 a month but can't even keep their schedule straight but I'm supposed to trust you with my child?”

“Best daycare in Jacksonville! The teachers in the infant classroom (Ms. Nelly, Ms. Malinda, and Ms. Vera to name a few) were phenomenal.”

“I can't say enough about these guys. I truly love taking my son there. The teachers are fantastic and take such good care of him.”

“Scheduled a tour just to be told no one can give a tour and we needed to reschedule. Charging 1,000 a month but can't even keep their schedule straight but I'm supposed to trust you with my child?”

“I love this daycare for me being a first time mom... they have a lot of activities... — Makiydah M. (KinderCare.com testimonial)”

“I love this daycare for me being a first time mom... they have a lot of activities... — Makiydah M. (KinderCare.com testimonial)”

“Energetic teachers that we love and appreciate being there for our children.”

“From day one, the staff and management have been nothing short of amazing — I would give more than 5 stars if I could!”

“I absolutely loved working here the staff is super nice.”

“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.”

“My son has been attending this daycare since he has been 2 years old. He is currently in their VPK program now. When I say he loves this school I mean it.”

“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 nothing short of amazing.”

“Great Safe Family environment.”

“Students loved the academic vigor and found the teachers helpful and encouraging.”

“Some students wished for more extracurricular activities beyond basketball, including cheerleading or band.”

“Always understaffed and always overworked and we're getting underpaid. Safety is a serious concern. — Indeed employee review”

“Management is constantly changing. — Indeed employee review”

“Management never has your back. — Indeed employee review”

“All of the staff are phenomenal when it comes to caring for the kids.”

“You and your children will be made to feel like family here.”

“Awesome school. Staff is very friendly, and the curriculum is amazing!”

“All of the staff are phenomenal when it comes to caring for the kids.”

“You and your children will be made to feel like family here.”

“Awesome school. Staff is very friendly, and the curriculum is amazing!”

“All of the staff are phenomenal when it comes to caring for the kids.”

“You and your children will be made to feel like family here.”

“Awesome school. Staff is very friendly, and the curriculum is amazing!”

“I cannot even begin to express how much we love this school. They are super organized and impeccably clean. Their curriculum is structured and tailored to each student. — Cristina S., Yelp”

“Ms. Ledden, Ms. Dixon, and Ms. Yancey are my son's teachers at Primrose and we love them. They're so thoughtful, they're very communicative with us as parents, and are very loving. — Samantha S., Yelp, 5 stars”

“I've always heard great things about primrose as a childcare worker. They add a little extra TLC to the children and the WORKERS. — Tee B., Yelp”

“The first educational institution that welcomed my son with love, patience, and dedication — teachers, assistants, and staff provided not only education, but also values, care, and a sense of safety.”

“I would recommend this for any child. The facility has structure, can speak Spanish if need be, and has curriculum as well as consistency, which every child needs.”

“The teachers are well educated, and are continuously trying to challenge the kids, with crafts and plays, and educating everyday with a set routine. My son comes home with new information, and can count, say his letters and numbers.”

“A typical day at work would include seeing children smile! — Teacher, Indeed, May 2020”

“She talks down to me in front of parents and other employees — Lead Teacher, Indeed, January 2020”

“Some former employees reviewing the center on Indeed reported dissatisfaction with management communication and workplace honesty (Preschool Teacher, November 2018).”

“A typical day at work would include seeing children smile! — Teacher, Indeed, May 2020”

“She talks down to me in front of parents and other employees — Lead Teacher, Indeed, January 2020”

“Some employees on Indeed, including a self-identified preschool teacher (November 2018), described concerns about honesty and communication with management.”

“Amazing school staff hard working and dedicated. My child enjoys the school and the friends she's making. The teachers are sweet and caring. All the way up to the director who is truly dedicated. — Tchviece S., Yahoo Local, 5 stars, December 2020”

“Interesting place to do business related to kids. Staff helpful and provided services as desired. Overall positive experience that was worth sharing. Main problem is difficult access with location. — Justin D., Yahoo Local, 4 stars, July 2017”