Find Trusted Child Care Providers Near Me in Gainesville, FL
We have 555 child care providers in Gainesville, FL! Compare and hire the best child care to fit your needs.
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Carle A. says "Karol was very helpful, very punctual and great with my baby. She followed instructions well and was very pleasant. I highly recommend her. "
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Erin R. says "Kayla was wonderful with our girls! She was always punctual, communicative, and friendly. She was super interactive with our girls, bringing along craft...
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Paul P. says "Cheyenne is excellent and we recommend her highly. She has watched our initially infant son from two to seven months and continuing. She has been...
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Care Member says "My daughter loves Veronica! We’ve used her only a handful of times but she has always been prompt and professional. She has also helped take my bigger...
Mimi Q. says "Sydney is a sweet and kind person. She is wonderful and caring with my baby girl. Loved having her in our home and fully trust her with my little...
Carl D. says "We were very lucky to have Laquinda help us. She is reliable and punctual, and even helped us with the potty training of our toddler. Would hire her again"
Suzanne M. says "Mary helped with pet sitting for our dog. She was friendly, communicative, punctual, and very flexible to our schedule and needs. I will absolutely use...
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Care Member says "Jazlyn was a life-saver for us! She had great communication, showed up early, and was great with the kids. She even got them out of the hotel room so...
Jane H. says "Crescent is very thoughtful kindhearted caregiver that goes above and beyond to teach children, play, and assist with any family needs."
Thomas R. says "Alexis was a great sitter for my two children. She was wonderful with my kids and adaptable to our schedule. I would have her watch my little ones again...
Elizabeth O. says "Will is an amazing caregiver! He is reliable, smart, creative, and always has fun ideas for my 5 year old daughter- from gardening to baking to...
Fun Education Major Who Focuses On Creating A Warm Environment For Kids.
Gainesville, FL
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Trenatee S. says "Leah was fantastic with our little one! She is a very active 2 year old but Leah is patient, kind, and keeps her engaged. Leah was able to maintain her...
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Bonnie M. says "Maeve cared for my two boys weekly for a season of in our life. She has strong communication skills and is very responsive. She created games with the...
Elisabet V. says "She's very responsible and reliable, would definitely hire her again. My son loves her she's very youthful and energetic, I have no complains I would...
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Vanessa J. says "Jorgelina was absolutely wonderful!! She was very open and confident with A. and he truly had a great time with her!! Excellent with children!!"
Child care centers in Gainesville, FL
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- $255/mo
Care Member says "We absolutely love Nature's Elements! Our son, who is level 2 autistic, was welcomed with open arms after being kicked out of another daycare. The staff...
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- $900/mo
Maureen V. says "We started with Abacus last year after a rough experience with another preschool provider. Abacus was different in all of the best ways. What drew us...
Gainesville Country Day School
2304 SW 75th Street Gainesville, FL
Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...
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555 child care providers are listed on Care.com
The average post rate is $17.36/hr as of November 2025
The average star rating for rated child care providers is 4.7
Recent child care reviews from local parents in Gainesville, FL
Child Care Providers in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 130 reviews of the 555 listed child care providers
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FAQs for finding child care near you in Gainesville, FL
How much is child care near me in Gainesville, FL?
Hiring someone on Care.com to provide child care services will cost an average of $17.36 per hour as of November 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each child care provider has, how many kids you will need them to watch, the age of your children, and whether you need part-time or full-time child care.
How can I find child care near me in Gainesville, FL?
Care.com currently has 476 child care providers near you in Gainesville, FL. You can search for caregivers by their distance from Gainesville, FL and by hourly pay rate. Then you can compare their experience, specific services they offer and what age groups of kids they specialize in caring for. You can also read reviews from other families in Gainesville, FL that have worked with the child care providers you're interested in.
What interview questions should I ask a Gainesville, FL child care provider?
You want to find a child care provider that will get along with your kids, but also follows many of the same parenting ideas you have. Structure your questions around how your kids behave in certain situations and what the provider thinks is the best action to take. And because there are plenty of activities to do in Gainesville, FL, you should ask questions about the fun things each child care provider would do to keep your kids happy and entertained. Finally, ask each provider about their past child care experience, references from other families in Gainesville, FL and if they are certified in first aid and CPR.
What type of child care services are available near me in Gainesville, FL in November, 2025?
Different child care providers are willing to offer support in different ways. For example, some can provide after-school transportation and others can help with light housework and cleaning. The first step to finding the right type of child care is to outline what you'd like from a candidate before starting your child care search. Think about how much you are willing to pay, the level of experience you wish them to have, if you want them to have any first-aid certifications, and if you need them to handle additional duties beyond taking care of your kids. After this is completed, create an account on Care.com and answer a few questions to find child care providers near you that match your needs. You can then either post a job that can be seen by our extensive pool of caretakers, or search for child care providers on Care.com based on years of experience, hourly rate, availability, distance from your area, etc. After you have selected your candidates, you can schedule interviews, check references, request additional background checks, and hire the child care provider that best meets the needs of your family.
