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The Children's Courtyard on Old St. Augustine Rd
13734 Old St Augustine Rd Southside
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This is where achievement starts early. At The Children’s Courtyard, we provide high-quality child care and early education. Here, purposeful and playful learning leads to a child who thinks...

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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La Petite Academy on Argyle Forest Blvd
6601 Argyle Forest Blvd Southwest Jacksonville
Openings Now Verified 5.0

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...

It has been great. The director and teachers are awesome. They reply in timely manner when I have concerns about my son attendance. My child always shares his day with me about school and always hear…

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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Childtime on Old St. Augustine Road
9950 Old St Augustine Rd Arrowhead
Openings Now Verified 5.0

Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...

It's a very great school. staff is awesome.. learning curriculum is awesome.. children are very mannerable. Overall the school is great

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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La Petite Academy on St Johns Bluff Rd
50 St Johns Bluff Rd N Atlantic Boulevard Estates
Openings Now Verified 5.0

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...

Overall experience has been wonderful with the school and staff. If I have a concern it gets addressed in a timely manner. The staff is amazing!!

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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La Petite Academy on Girvin Road
800 Girvin Rd East Arlington
Openings Now Verified 5.0

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...

The staff is always friendly and welcoming. They are patient with the children and have a passion for what they do. The curriculum has helped our child grow and flourish from being shy to an outgoing…

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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The Children's Courtyard on Lady Lake Road
751 Lady Lake Rd W Northside
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This is where achievement starts early. At The Children’s Courtyard, we provide high-quality child care and early education. Here, purposeful and playful learning leads to a child who thinks...

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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The Children's Courtyard on Windsor Commons Court
4783 Windsor Commons Ct Southside
Openings Now Verified 5.0

This is where achievement starts early. At The Children’s Courtyard, we provide high-quality child care and early education. Here, purposeful and playful learning leads to a child who thinks...

Energetic teachers that we love and appreciate being there for our children.

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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La Petite Academy on Golfside Drive
9220 Golfside Dr Baymeadows
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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...

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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La Petite Academy on Beach Blvd.
13957 Beach Blvd Golden Glades/The Woods
Openings Now Verified 5.0

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...

I like that all the employees know my grandson's name and are friendly to him.

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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The Discovery Tree Academy (San Pablo)
3232 San Pablo Rd S Golden Glades/The Woods
Openings Now Verified 5.0

The Discovery Tree Academy is APPLE accredited and proudly rated 4 stars by the Guiding Stars program through the Early Learning Coalition of Duval. We offer care for infants through VPK, plus...

I have had my daughter here for 10 months, and we have had an amazing experience! My daughter moves back and forth when the military sends us away, and they do an amazing job with the transitions, n…

Summer Camp

6 yr - 12 yr

Camp Discovery — Every summer, winter and spring break, The Discovery Tree Academy® becomes Camp Discovery. Learning shouldn’t end when school is out! At Camp Discovery, our school-age children spend the summer exploring a variety of venues our community has to offer.

Child Care for All Ages

1 mo - 12 yr

At The Discovery Tree Academy, we encourage the “why” in children. Our values-driven center nurtures curiosity, creativity, and confidence—building a lifelong love of learning through inquiry, enthusiasm, and purposeful teaching.

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Ready, Set, Go, Learn, Childcare
Northside
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At Ready, Set, Go, Learn Childcare, we believe in fostering holistic development and a lifelong love for learning through a child-centered approach in a safe and nurturing environment. We value strong...

Before School Care Program

12 mo - 12 yr

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Destiny Preparatory Academy
11367 Old St. Augustine Road Southside
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Learning academy focuses on teaching children science, technology, reading, engineering, the arts, and mathematics.

Before School Care Program

2 mo - 12 yr

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Nanny's Northside Nursery
11033 Biscayne Blvd Highlands
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Childcare center offering development-rich activities and VPK programs. Students prepare for kindergarten by focusing on literacy and reading skills, math, and science concepts. Summer camp and...

Before School Care Program

2 mo - 10 yr

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Shining Bright Preschool & Arts
55 University Blvd N. Oak Haven
Claimed 5.0

We are a faith-based, bilingual preschool serving children ages 2 and up. We offer Pre-K 2 through Pre-K 4, Free VPK, and an Arts Program. Our approach combines faith, academics, and creativity...

Shinning Bright Preschool & Arts has been and continues to be a blessing to my sweet girl and our family! Their curriculum richly help prepare my daughter for kindergarten, so much so that she now pa…

Summer Camp of the Arts 2025

5 yr - 8 yr

Shining Bright is offering a weekly themed faith-based arts camp filled with Dance, Art, Spanish, Music, Bible & Worship! Students will engage in weekly activities as well as prepare for the end of summer dance & music performance. Call, email or visit our website for more information.

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Childtime on Argyle Forest Blvd
8500 Argyle Forest Blvd Southwest Jacksonville
Claimed 5.0

Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...

I love it everyone is very friendly. My sons teachers keep me up to date on his behavior and what they are learning in class.

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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The Learning Experience - Flagler Center
12550 Flagler Center Blvd Southside
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From Infants through Pre-Kindergarten, The Learning Experience Flagler Center makes early education and daycare joyful, engaging, and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. The Learning...

School Age Summer Camp

5 yr - 8 yr

Speaks Spanish

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Wilson's Rising Stars Youth Academy
10663 Monaco Dr Highlands
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Afterschool program offering a variety of play and academic based activities for school-age children. Homework help, tutoring, and crafts are offered on a daily basis. Children also have access to a...

Before School Care Program

5 yr - 18 yr

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Southside KinderCare
8595 Beach Blvd Ste 201 Holiday Hill
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....

School Age Before and After Care

5 yr - 12 yr

Before and after school program focused on the developmental areas of: creative expression, community, literacy, inquiry-based learning, character development, and executive function. Daily routine includes: time for puzzles and games, science, math and construction, library, and creative arts. Teachers will also provide help with homework. Your child will have the opportunity to start clubs, create projects, and become a junior leader. Program provides daily physical activity and snacks.

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Gate Parkway KinderCare
11526 Lake Mead Ave Ste 105 Deerwood
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....

School Age Before and After Care

5 yr - 12 yr

Before and after school program focused on the developmental areas of: creative expression, community, literacy, inquiry-based learning, character development, and executive function. Daily routine includes: time for puzzles and games, science, math and construction, library, and creative arts. Teachers will also provide help with homework. Your child will have the opportunity to start clubs, create projects, and become a junior leader. Program provides daily physical activity and snacks.

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Intercoastal KinderCare
11761 Beach Blvd Ste 13 Beachwood
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Childcare center offering early education and enrichment with a focus on literacy, art, early academics, physical education, and social skills. Utilizing a play-based curriculum designed to inspire a...

School Age Before and After Care

5 yr - 12 yr

Before and after school program focused on the developmental areas of: creative expression, community, literacy, inquiry-based learning, character development, and executive function. Daily routine includes: time for puzzles and games, science, math and construction, library, and creative arts. Teachers will also provide help with homework. Your child will have the opportunity to start clubs, create projects, and become a junior leader. Program provides daily physical activity and snacks.

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Arlington KinderCare
3033 Monument Rd 21 Arlington
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....

School Age Before and After Care

5 yr - 12 yr

Before and after school program focused on the developmental areas of: creative expression, community, literacy, inquiry-based learning, character development, and executive function. Daily routine includes: time for puzzles and games, science, math and construction, library, and creative arts. Teachers will also provide help with homework. Your child will have the opportunity to start clubs, create projects, and become a junior leader. Program provides daily physical activity and snacks.

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Kid City USA Durbin
14985 Old St Augustine Rd, 120 Southside
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Kid City USA Durbin provides early childhood education and care in a bright, modern facility. The center offers programs for infants through school-age children, focusing on age-appropriate learning...

Before School Care Program

1 mo - 12 yr

Speaks Spanish

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Wee Walkers Academy of Arts
5923 Norwood Ave Northside
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Wee Walkers Academy of Arts is a licensed child care center and one of the top daycare facilities in Jacksonville, FL, offering quality programs for young children in a nurturing, arts-focused...

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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The Children's Courtyard on Watermill Blvd. South
8510 Watermill Blvd Southwest Jacksonville
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This is where achievement starts early. At The Children’s Courtyard, we provide high-quality child care and early education. Here, purposeful and playful learning leads to a child who thinks...

Before & After School

5 yr - 12 yr

Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.

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Kiddie Academy of St. Johns
14975 Walden Springs Way Southside
Claimed

Academic daycare center featuring "Life Essentials" curriculum and character education. Program focuses on social, emotional, fine & gross motor, communication, and cognitive development. Activities...

School Age - Creative Explorers

5 yr - 12 yr

Whether it’s before and/or after-school care or our full-day program, Creative Explorers provides a fun, dynamic, and flexible program for school-agers to explore their interests. This program provides your child with exciting and challenging activities and projects to create, while continuing to learn outside of the classroom.

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De Los Santos Family Day Care Home
Arlington Hills
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Highlights of my program include trained in Infant/Child CPR, AED, and First Aid, healthy, balanced meals, Hands-on Curriculum, Member of FL Food program, Florida Child Care Staff Credential (FCCPC),...

Before School Care Program

1 mo - 12 yr

Speaks Spanish

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Watch Us Grow Learning Center
College Gardens
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Family child care home located near the Livingston School and Smart Pope Livingston Elementary School. Florida VPK program is offered at this site. Crafts, dramatic play, blocks, and other activities...

Before School Care Program

1 mo - 12 yr

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San Carlos Learning Center
2045 Gilmore St Riverside

Childcare facility offering a variety of programs and services for children and families in the Jacksonville Riverside area. Curriculum is focused on preparing children for school, specifically with...

Before School Care Program

1 mo - 12 yr

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Future Scholars Academy of Duval
232 E 19TH ST Springfield
Claimed

Future Scholars Academy of Duval is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 232 E 19TH ST in Springfield in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...

Future Scholars School Readiness Program

0 mo - 12 yr

Speaks Spanish

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Toodlebabies
Alderman Park
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Toodlebabies is a licensed child care home offering school age care programs located in Alderman Park in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

5 yr - 12 yr

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Learn and Beyond Child Care LLC
Lackawanna
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Learn and Beyond Child Care LLC is a licensed child care home offering daycare, camp, and school age care programs located in Lackawanna in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...

Before School Care Program

1 mo - 12 yr

School Age Care Program

5 yr - 12 yr

Also offers: Camp Program

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Florida Badger Learning Center
Southwest
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Florida Badger Learning Center is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Southwest in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 mo - 10 yr

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Miss K's Learning Center
Springfield
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Miss K's Learning Center is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Springfield in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Teach All Reach All Learning Center
Turtle Creek
5.0

Teach All Reach All Learning Center is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Turtle Creek in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

The experience was top tier! I feel so happy when my child is in her care, she does not want to leave. If you are looking for an clean and comfortable environment for your child or children go her…

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Brown Bear Learning Center
2020 Edgewood Ave N Paxon
5.0

Brown Bear Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 2020 Edgewood Ave N in Paxon in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Kid City USA Oakleaf
8720 Collins Rd Southwest

Kid City USA Oakleaf is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 8720 Collins Rd in Southwest in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Kid City USA Jacksonville Heights
4056 Fouraker Rd Southwest

Kid City USA Jacksonville Heights is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 4056 Fouraker Rd in Southwest in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Kid City USA Goca Grizzly
8985 Lone Star Rd Arlingwood

Kid City USA Goca Grizzly is a site-based childcare provider offering school age care programs located at 8985 Lone Star Rd in Arlingwood in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about...

Before School Care Program

6 yr - 12 yr

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San Jose Catholic School
3619 Toledo Rd San Jose

San Jose Catholic School is a license exempt child care center offering preschool programs located at 3619 Toledo Rd in San Jose in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...

Before School Care Program

3 yr - 12 yr

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Two Angels Academy Home Daycare
Northside

Two Angels Academy is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Northside in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Blairetta Curry Family Day Care Home
Northside

Blairetta Curry Family Day Care Home is a licensed child care home offering school age care programs located in Northside in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...

Before School Care Program

6 yr - 12 yr

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Giggles Learning Center
Southwest

Giggles Learning Center is a licensed child care home offering school age care programs located in Southwest in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 yr - 12 yr

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Chaney's Little Angel Learning Center
Hidden Hills

Chaney's Little Angel Learning Center is a licensed child care home offering school age care programs located in Hidden Hills in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...

Before School Care Program

6 yr - 12 yr

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Beyond the Books Learning Academy
Northside

Beyond the Books Learning Academy is a licensed child care home offering school age care programs located in Northside in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...

Before School Care Program

6 yr - 12 yr

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Alice-N-Wonderland Elc Home Daycare
Southwest

Alice-N-Wonderland Elc is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Southwest in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Rosier's Early Education Academy Home Daycare
Northside

Rosier's Early Education Academy is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Northside in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Happy Home Education
Arlington

Happy Home Education is a licensed child care home offering school age care programs located in Arlington in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 yr - 12 yr

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V's Angels Home Daycare
Holiday Hill

V's Angels Home Daycare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Holiday Hill in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Sonshine Childcare
Atlantic Boulevard Estates

Sonshine Childcare is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Atlantic Boulevard Estates in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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Gods Precious Angels Home Daycare
Southwest

Gods Precious Angels is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Southwest in Jacksonville, FL. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.

Before School Care Program

6 w - 12 yr

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