Best Daycares in Jacksonville, FL — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers in Jacksonville based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Jacksonville

  1. #1 — Arlington Kindergarten Score: 86%

    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 →

  2. #2 — Deermeadows Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Montessori Kids Universe Baymeadows Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Tutor Time Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Oak Hill Early Learning Center Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Builders of the Faith Christian Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Victory Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Early Learning Coalition of Duval Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Providence Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Little Friends Preschool Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Unique Kidz Academy Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Arlington Kindergarten Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Nova Child Learning Academy Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — The Discovery Tree Academy Score: 77%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Academy Of Learning Score: 76%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — AAA Construction School Inc- Best Contractor Exam Preparation Classes Score: 76%

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Vocational and technical school, Specialty school, Test preparation, School, Education. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Magellan Christian Academy Score: 74%

    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 →

  18. #18 — Natural Approach Childcare Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Learning Ladders Preschool Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Magellan Christian Academy of Deerwood Park Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Lakewood Preschool Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Hope Christian Academy Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Private school. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Kinder Garden Daycare and Preschool Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Saint Stephen Child Care and Learning Score: 63%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Shining Bright Preschool and Arts Score: 63%

    Enrolling for Pre-K 3 & 4 | Shining Bright Preschool

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  26. #26 — La Petite Academy Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Melrose Preschool Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Blossoming Dreamers Academy Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Discovery School at Hope Haven Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Steam On Learning Center Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage 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%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. 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 percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. 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.