Best Toddler Daycares in Gainesville, FL
Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Twos
This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom.
Also offers: Drop-In Care, Preschool, Early Preschool
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O2B Kids Midtown is located near the University of Florida, Shands Hospital, and downtown Gainesville. It offers nationally accredited preschool, VPK, and afterschool programs, as well as classes and...
Toddler Program
Care and education for toddlers where every day is full of fun experiences and opportunities for learning through play.
Preschool
Preschool program featuring educational play and social experiences that helps children develop a lifelong love of learning.
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O2B Kids Hunters Crossing serves infants, toddlers, PreK, and VPK children. It is situated in the northwest part of Gainesville, close to popular neighborhoods, shopping, and business parks. The...
Toddler Program
Care and education for toddlers where every day is full of fun experiences and opportunities for learning through play.
Preschool
Preschool program featuring educational play and social experiences that helps children develop a lifelong love of learning.
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O2B Kids Archer Road in Gainesville is a preschool-only location serving infants, toddlers, Pre-K and VPK children. The school provides a literacy-rich environment and has a highly trained staff to...
Toddler Program
Care and education for toddlers where every day is full of fun experiences and opportunities for learning through play.
Preschool
Preschool program featuring educational play and social experiences that helps children develop a lifelong love of learning.
Responds quickly
O2B Supercenter offers nationally accredited preschool and afterschool programs and extracurricular classes a week taught in the Art Studio, Tinkering Lab, Karate Room, Dance Studio, Gym, Science Lab,...
Toddler Program
Care and education for toddlers where every day is full of fun experiences and opportunities for learning through play.
Preschool
Preschool program featuring educational play and social experiences that helps children develop a lifelong love of learning.
Responds quickly
The Sprouting Center is a warm, licensed in‑home daycare in Gainesville where little ones grow through play, routine, and gentle guidance. Children enjoy plenty of free play woven into the day, giving...
3-Day Care
A cozy part-time option for families seeking consistent care three days a week. Children enjoy nurturing routines, play-based learning, and individualized attention in a small group setting. Ideal for parents balancing work, school, or transitional schedules.
Morning Bloom - Half-Day Care
Gentle half-day care offered Monday through Friday, perfect for families who prefer shorter routines. Mornings include sensory play, music, outdoor time, and snack, all within a warm, home-based environment designed for comfort and growth.
Also offers: All Day Bloom - Full-Time Care
Speaks Spanish
The CHILD Center works to bring the collective experience and expertise of several different organizations together to give children, families and child care professionals the best possible...
Toddler Program
Care and education for toddlers where every day is full of fun experiences and opportunities for learning through play.
Preschool Program
Preschool program featuring educational play and social experiences that helps children develop a lifelong love of learning.
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Our premier private preschool offers exceptional education to children ages 3-5 (and 3-8 at summer camp). We feature small class sizes for maximum 1-on-1 learning, fun hands-on activities to make...
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Join our friendly Abacus family! We’re passionate about creating fun, educational experiences that inspire a lifelong love of learning in your child. We warmly invite you to tour our school and...
Toddlers
Where they can develop essential social, emotional, and cognitive skills, laying a strong foundation for future academic success. Our 12+ Month classroom is for children who have reached the age of 18 months on or before September 1st and are able to walk. The classroom focuses on early exposure to literacy and math while working on motor skills, social interaction, and communication. We are singing songs, reading stories, using our imagination to create and build while we learn independence and self-help skills.
Two Year Olds
Our two year old classroom focuses on learning basic concepts of letters, numbers, colors, shapes, name recognition and more combined with arts, music, and free play. There is also a concentration on socialization and self-help skills (i.e. hand-washing, toileting, taking turns, manners, etc.) Our program is designed to support their curiosity and developmental needs by providing challenges, engaging activities, and encouragement tailored to their individual interests—all rooted in the belief that children learn best through play.
Also offers: Three Year Olds
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Persimmon Early Learning Academy is a private school offering high-quality early education. It serves children from kindergarten to fifth grade, focusing on academic, social, and emotional growth. The...
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Early childhood program providing services for infants, toddlers, and preschool-age children. The Creative Curriculum is implemented to promote growth and development. Care and education are provided...
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Provider offering childcare and early learning services in a home-based environment. Program meets social, emotional, creative, physical, and intellectual needs through The Creative Curriculum....
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Kiddie Academy of Gainesville offers a nurturing and educational environment for children from infants to kindergarten. Their proprietary Life Essentials curriculum focuses on developing six key life...
Toddler Care - Discovering Me
Our Discovering Me program is developed through our Life Essentials® curriculum to grow and reinforce each toddler’s individual needs. Our educators form strong, caring relationships with your toddler and guide them through sensory-based learning experiences that encourage discovery.
Early Preschool - Exploring My World
The Exploring My World program nurtures your child's growing individuality through days filled with interactive learning and group activities. Kiddie Academy provides a safe, supportive environment for your 2-year-old to explore, experiment, imagine, and interact with their peers and educators.
Also offers: Preschool - I Can Do It
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Early learning services for toddlers and preschool-age children. Center offers VPK program.
Speaks Spanish
Site provides childcare and early learning opportunities for young children. Creative Curriculum is used to promote hands-on activities in preparation for Kindergarten. Math, science, language arts,...
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Lynch Family Day Care Home is a licensed child care home offering daycare, toddler care, and preschool programs located in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
Toddler Daycare Program
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Also offers: Preschool Program
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Stars N Toddlers Childcare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Kid City USA Gainesville is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1127 NW 7th Ave in Fifth Avenue in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Episcopal Children's Services Highlands Head Start is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1132 NE 16th Ave in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Clayton Family Day Care Home is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Lincoln Estates in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Bright Minds Family Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Sherry Que is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Highland Court Manor in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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It's My Educational World is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Alachua County Schools - Rawlings Elementary is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 3500 NE 15th St in Highland Court Manor in Gainesville, FL. Contact this...
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Episcopal Children's Services Eastside Head Start is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1930 NE Waldo Rd in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Episcopal Children's Services Eden Park Head Start is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1340 NE 39th Ave in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Rising Star Educational Academy #1 is a license exempt child care center offering daycare programs located at 1938 NE Waldo Rd in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Angel's Christian Academy is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1805 SE Hawthorne Rd in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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St. Patrick Interparish School is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 550 NE 16th Ave in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Little Warriors Day School is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1300 NW 6th St in Oakview in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Gainesville Country Day School 2 is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 6801 SW 24th Ave in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Kidz R Kidz Learning Academy is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1735 SE Hawthorne Rd in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Nature's Elements Preschool is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 4138 NW 13th St in Hazel Heights in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Love N Care Christian Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1001 NE 16th Ave in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Alachua County Schools - Terwilliger Elementary is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 301 NW 62nd St in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Alachua County Schools - Lawton Chiles Elementary is a site-based childcare provider offering preschool programs located at 2525 School House Rd in Haile Plantation in Gainesville, FL. Contact this...
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Alachua County Schools - Talbot Elementary is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 5701 NW 43rd St in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Alachua County Schools - Kimball Wiles Elementary is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 4601 SW 75th St in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire...
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Alachua County Schools - Lake Forest Elementary is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 4401 SE 4th Ave in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Norton Elementary is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 2200 NW 45th Ave in Gainesville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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FAQs About Gainesville Toddler Daycares
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How many Gainesville daycare programs accept toddlers?
- Based on current daycare data, 20 daycare programs in Gainesville accept toddlers (1 - 2 years old) and 17 daycare programs in Gainesville accept toddlers (2 - 3 years old)
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What is the weekly cost of daycare for a toddler in Gainesville?
- The average weekly cost of daycare for a toddler between the ages of 1 and 3 is $304. This is based on provider cost data for daycares listed on Winnie.
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What type of daycare schedules are available for toddlers attending daycare in Gainesville?
- Out of 41 daycares that accept toddlers, 83% offer full time, 68% offer part time, and 24% offer drop-in.