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Top 10 daycares in Jacksonville, FL

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The Tot Spot

The Tot Spot

2+ years in business
Serves Jacksonville, FL
Welcome to The Tot Spot, where your child's early development is our top priority. Located in Jacksonville, FL, we provide a nurturing and engaging daycare environment designed to inspire young minds. With a dedicated team of three skilled professionals, our close-knit setting ensures personalized attention and a supportive atmosphere for your little one's growth. At The Tot Spot, we focus on fostering curiosity, creativity, and social skills, laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning and exploration. Join us in creating a vibrant and lively start to your child's educational journey.
Future Faces Of Tomorrow

Future Faces Of Tomorrow

Serves Jacksonville, FL
Future Faces of Tomorrow, located in Jacksonville, Florida and its surrounding areas, provides daycare services for varying ages - infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Conveniently located near George Washington Carver Elementary, the center also offers food provision. Entrust your child to Future Faces of Tomorrow and experience exceptional childcare services.
Thomas Family Day Care Home

Thomas Family Day Care Home

28+ years in business
Serves Jacksonville, FL
Thomas Family Day Care Home, based in Southwest Jacksonville, Florida, is a reputable and licensed home daycare. They offer both care and educational experiences in a group environment for up to 10 children. Known for their quality service in Jacksonville and surrounding areas, they also provide food for the kids. Reach out to them to inquire about pricing and availability.
Hope Haven

Hope Haven

Serves Jacksonville, FL
Founded in 1926, Hope Haven Children's Clinic and Family Center, located in Jacksonville, Florida, provides a range of comprehensive and individualized services to cater to the diverse needs of children and their families. Their offerings include one-to-one tutoring with certified educators, specialized reading programs, and extensive support services such as speech, physical, and occupational therapies. Hope Haven also boasts of a special needs preschool program that emphasizes diversity and learning. As a non-profit organization, they offer flexible payment plans and maintain lower fees than most for-profit organizations.
Hyde Park Elementary - Team Up Impact

Hyde Park Elementary - Team Up Impact

Serves Jacksonville, FL
Hyde Park Elementary - Team Up Impact, located in Jacksonville, FL, provides licensed daycare services in a group environment for up to 100 children. The facility is conveniently situated in Hillcrest at 5300 Park St. They offer childcare solutions catering to the surrounding areas and even provide food for their little attendees. For inquiries about prices and availability, they welcome direct contact.
JAX VETERANS DAYCARE

JAX VETERANS DAYCARE

Serves Jacksonville, FL
JAX Veterans Daycare, based in Jacksonville, Florida, and serving the surrounding areas, is dedicated to providing quality care to the local community. Their goal is to create a supportive and nurturing environment for those they serve. Although the founding year is not specified, their commitment to service is unwavering. They focus on maintaining the health and wellness of their patrons, offering a service that truly makes a difference.
All About God's Children Academy

All About God's Children Academy

Serves Jacksonville, FL
All About God's Children Academy Inc, located in Jacksonville, Florida, is a dedicated provider of child care and early education services. Despite its closure, the academy was recognized for its comprehensive curriculum that catered to the needs of up to 56 children. At its Northside location, the academy not only focused on education but also provided food, ensuring a holistic approach to child development.
Episcopal Children's Services (Clermont Head Start/Early Headstart

Episcopal Children's Services (Clermont Head Start/Early Headstart

Serves Jacksonville, FL
Episcopal Children's Services Clermont Head Start/Early Head Start, located in Clermont, Florida and its surrounding areas, is a licensed daycare center. Catering to the educational needs and care of up to 125 children, they provide a nurturing environment where children can learn, grow and develop. The center also offers food for the children in their care. For more information on their services, availability, and pricing, feel free to reach out to them directly.
Beginning Stages Learning Center

Beginning Stages Learning Center

Serves Jacksonville, FL
Founded in 2019, Beginning Stages Learning Center is dedicated to delivering the highest quality early education and child care in the Jacksonville, Florida area. With a focus on language, literacy, and diversity, this innovative facility offers a loving, educational environment for up to 30 children. Known as the Language, Literacy and Diversity Experts, they go beyond regular weekday services to also provide care during weekends.
Little Doves Day Care & Learning

Little Doves Day Care & Learning

Serves Jacksonville, FL
Young Legends Learning Center Inc, located in Jacksonville, Florida, is a licensed preschool center that caters to the surrounding areas. With a focus on child care and early education, they offer a top-notch curriculum for up to 58 children. Providing not just education but also meals, Young Legends is more than just a preschool - it's a community where kids are what's happening.

Your Daycare questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on TrustedCare.

How much does daycare cost?

Daycare costs depend on the child’s age group, the type of daycare, and where you live. Infant daycare is typically the most expensive, ranging from $650 to $1,500 per month. Infant daycare requires higher ratios of caregivers to children, which increases costs. Babies require more individualized attention, including diaper changes, feedings, and naps. As the child ages and becomes more independent, this ratio decreases along with daycare costs.

Traditional daycare centers tend to charge higher rates than home-based family daycare centers or co-ops. However, they usually have lower child-to-caregiver ratios, offer a wider range of amenities and activities, and have stricter qualifications for staff. Church-based, YMCA, or other non-profit child care centers offer lower rates, while home-based daycare is typically the cheapest option due to the low overhead costs.

In urban areas with a higher cost of living, daycare costs tend to be higher to cover the cost of higher rent and teacher salaries. Suburban and rural daycare centers have lower overhead costs, which often translates to more affordable daycare.

Is daycare tax deductible?

No, you cannot directly deduct daycare expenses on your federal tax return. However, if you qualify, there's a tax credit designed to assist with daycare costs, known as the Child and Dependent Care Credit.

The Child and Dependent Care Credit enables you to claim a percentage of your eligible childcare expenses. It ranges from 20% to 35% of allowable expenses, capping at $3,000 for one qualifying child and $6,000 for two or more qualifying children (applicable to the 2023 tax year). Consult a qualified tax professional to confirm if your eligibility.

Can a daycare charge you when they are closed?

Some daycares may charge a reduced fee or no fee at all during certain closures, while others may maintain regular charges. The terms in your daycare contract or agreement should outline whether or not you are charged when they are closed. It's common for daycares to have specific policies regarding fees during closures, such as holidays or other scheduled breaks.

If you're unsure, reach out to the daycare directly to clarify their billing practices during closures.

How do I look up daycare violations?

To look up daycare violations, start by contacting your state’s licensing agency for childcare facilities. You can usually find this information through your state’s Department of Health and Human Services online database.

Another option is to reach out to community resources such as local parenting groups, forums, or social media groups. Other parents may share their experiences or provide information about daycare violations in your area. Finally, consider a visit the daycare center directly and ask for information about any past violations. Daycare centers are often required to make this information accessible to parents.

How do I choose a daycare?

When picking a daycare, trust your instincts and choose a daycare that aligns with your child's needs, your values, and provides a safe and nurturing environment for their development. Follow these additional suggestions to find the best fit for you and your child:

  • Get recommendations from other parents, friends, and pediatricians to start your search.
  • Visit in person to make sure the spaces are clean, safe, and friendly.
  • Ask about caregiver qualifications, such as CPR training, early childhood education background, and experience with children of a similar age.
  • Understand the daycare's approach to early education, discipline, feeding, and soothing methods.
  • Choose a daycare that is licensed and accredited to meet government-set health and safety standards.
  • Check if parents are encouraged to participate in the program and if there are opportunities for parental engagement.
  • Contact current and former clients for feedback on their experiences with the daycare.
  • Consider making unannounced visits to get a true sense of the daycare's daily operations
  • Look for a daycare with a suitable curriculum, flexible schedules, and activities that fit your preferences.
  • Visit the daycare with your child and see how they react to the space, teachers, and other children.
  • Secure a spot on the waiting list as early as possible, especially for sought-after infant programs.

What questions should I ask when evaluating potential daycare centers?

Gather as much information as you can to find the daycare that best fits your family’s needs. Be prepared with a list of questions when visiting daycares, including:

  • Is your daycare licensed and accredited to meet safety standards?
  • Are teachers credentialed and trained in CPR/First Aid?
  • What are the class sizes and student-teacher ratios for each age group?
  • What are the daycare's hours of operation and rates?
  • How does the daycare handle discipline?
  • Will the daycare assist with potty training?
  • How much time do children spend in free-play and outdoors?
  • Are meals and snacks provided by the daycare?
  • How are food allergies handled by the daycare?
  • What enrichment programs and activities are available?

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