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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 .

216 licensed daycares in Jacksonville, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Florida licensing records.

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 Group Child Care Home

24 centers

Family Daycare

24 centers

All Jacksonville licensed centers

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C Head Start

Cape Coral Learning Center #584

Jacksonville

2 years - 12 years Cap 28

C Infant Care

Cape Coral Little Angels #578

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 111

C Infant Care

Cape Coral Little Stars Daycare #586

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 44

C Licensed Center

Cape Coral Panda Kids Academy #572

Jacksonville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 106

C Preschool

Cape Coral Playhouse Academy #583

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 108

C Montessori

Cape Coral Rainbow Learning Center #587

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 54

C Before/After School

Cape Coral Smart Start Academy #577

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 114

C Montessori

Cape Coral Sunflower Daycare #571

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 23

C Preschool

Cape Coral Sunshine Daycare #591

Jacksonville

Preschool (2-5) Cap 49

C Family Daycare

Cape Coral Wonder Years #573

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 16

E Montessori

Explorer Kids Cape Coral #579

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 95

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Hialeah #45

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 104

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Hollywood #363

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 111

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Jacksonville #651

Jacksonville

School Age (5+) Cap 99

E Montessori

Explorer Kids Orlando #261

Jacksonville

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 51

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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.