Best Daycares in Jacksonville, FL — 2026 Rankings
We ranked 4 daycares and childcare centers in Jacksonville based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.
Top Daycares in Jacksonville
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#1 — Arlington Kindergarten Score: 18/100
Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution node/12251155194. Type: center-based. Program signals: toddler-care, preschool. Verified fields: name, phone, website, email, address.
Programs: Toddler Care, Preschool. View full profile →
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#2 — Magellan Christian Academy Score: 17/100
Childcare center listed from OpenStreetMap contribution node/11268498604. Type: faith-based. No program signal in source. Verified fields: name, phone, website, email, address.
Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →
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#3 — Shining Bright Preschool and Arts Score: 16/100
Enrolling for Pre-K 3 & 4 | Shining Bright Preschool
Programs: Preschool. View full profile →
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#4 — Tutor Time Score: 15/100
Daycare, Preschool & Early Learning Childcare
Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →
How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is the #1 daycare in Jacksonville?
- Arlington Kindergarten is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Jacksonville based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
- How are daycares ranked in Jacksonville?
- Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
- How much does daycare cost in Jacksonville?
- Childcare costs in Jacksonville vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.