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Licensed Daycare in Jacksonville, Florida

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Jacksonville, Florida?

Our directory lists 216 licensed childcare centers in Jacksonville, Florida, sourced from Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Jacksonville?

Statewide averages in Florida run roughly $1110/month for infants and $790/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Jacksonville daycares?

All licensed Florida centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:11 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Jacksonville typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Jacksonville?

Florida families can apply for School Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) (intake: (866) 357-3239). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

216

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Jacksonville

ChildCare Aware reports the Florida average full-time cost at $1,110/month for infant care and $790/month for preschool. City-level prices in Jacksonville vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Florida families may also qualify for School Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) (intake: (866) 357-3239).

Full Florida licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:11
Avg capacity: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

32216 22 32217 21 32218 16 32211 16 32210 16 32208 15 32246 10 32257 9

Program types in Jacksonville

Licensed Child Care Center

28 centers

Head Start Center

28 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

24 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

24 centers

All Jacksonville licensed centers

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J Licensed Center

Jacksonville Discovery Preschool #674

Jacksonville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 50

J Montessori

Jacksonville Early Learning Center #665

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 85

J Group Care

Jacksonville Generations Daycare #652

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 22

J Montessori

Jacksonville Golden Gate Daycare #681

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 19

J Head Start

Jacksonville Kids First Academy #662

Jacksonville

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

J Preschool

Jacksonville KinderSmile #653

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 111

J Infant Care

Jacksonville Learning Center #656

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

J Licensed Center

Jacksonville Little Angels #650

Jacksonville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 59

J Preschool

Jacksonville Little Scholars #677

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

J Before/After School

Jacksonville Playhouse Academy #655

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 17

J Infant Care

Jacksonville Precious Moments #680

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 26

J Montessori

Jacksonville Smart Start Academy #649

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 120

J Family Daycare

Jacksonville Stepping Stones #675

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 118

J Before/After School

Jacksonville Sunshine Daycare #663

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 20

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Hialeah #36

Jacksonville

2 years - 12 years Cap 39

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Jacksonville, Florida?

Our directory lists 216 licensed childcare centers in Jacksonville, Florida, sourced from Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Jacksonville?

Statewide averages in Florida run roughly $1110/month for infants and $790/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Jacksonville daycares?

All licensed Florida centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:11 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Jacksonville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Jacksonville?

Florida families can apply for School Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) (intake: (866) 357-3239). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Jacksonville daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.