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La Petite Academy of Gainesville

2755 Archer Road Gainesville, FL

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...
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Gainesville Country Day School

2304 SW 75th Street Gainesville, FL

Academic
Cooperative
Reggio emilia
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
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Gainesville Country Day School is an independent, coeducational, nonsectarian school providing a unique blend of educational programs for children of infants through fifth grade. The school operates on two campuses: the 24th avenue campus houses the elementary school, 4 and 5 year old preschool, and VPK: the Early Childhood...
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LITTLE PEOPLE PREPARATORY PRESCHOOL, INC.

4138 NW 13TH ST GAINESVILLE, FL

State license verified

starting at
$255/mo
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Emma C's Home Daycare

4107 NW 36th St Gainesville, FL

Child care
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Arms Of An Angel Daycare

2006 N.W. 55th Ave. F7 Gainesville, FL

Hello and thank you for visiting Arms of An Angel Daycare, an educational daycare in Bethel Heights, Arkansas. It's a home away from home for your child. My name is Gloria and I am the owner/director of Arms of An Angel Daycare. I have over 7 years child care experience working for U.S Armed Forces in Norfolk, Va as a child...
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Cynthia Galoindo Home Daycare

4421 Nw 2o Th Dr Gainesville, FL

share nanny in a family type enviroment
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Smokey Bear Kiddy College, Inc.

2500 NE 15th St Gainesville, FL

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
Child care
SMOKEY BEAR KIDDY COLLEGE is a year-round program that offers all day care for children ages 12 months to 12 years. Our daily activities and program consists of a flexible schedule that has been created to provide diversity and challenge for children in all age groups. We offer a structured program for children of all ages that...
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Tower Road KinderCare

10 Southwest 75th Street Gainesville, FL

Get set for a thrill-filled summer! Our age-specific, kid-approved camps add up to a season of discovery and fun for preschool to school-age children. This year, our 12 weeks of camps fall into six great themes: Mighty Bodies, Bendy Brains; Awesome Art; Gravity Galore and More; The Wondrous World of Food; Wild about Water; and...
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Cynthia Galindo

4421 NW 20th Drive Gainesville, FL

I am a certified childcare professional with more than 20 years of experience. My goal is to provide a warm, friendly, and homelike environment for your child(ren), so they will have all the comforts and security of a home setting as well as other children to play and socialize with. I also provide an educational environment in...
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Child care
Stokes Home Day Care offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 3905 NW 31st Place, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. Stokes Home Day Care has served the community since they started in 2010.
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Stepping Stones Day Care

4000 Nw 53rd Ave Gainesville, FL

Child care
Stepping Stones Day Care offers state-licensed and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 4000 NW 53rd Ave, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. Stepping Stones Day Care has served the community since they started operating in 2005.
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Little Foxx's Day Care Center

730 Sw 5th St Gainesville, FL

Preschool
Child care
Little Foxx's Day Care Center is a day care facility that provides a comfortable place where children can come to learn and make new friends. Their child care center, conveniently located at 730 Sw 5th St, Gainesville, is a registered child care business in the state of Florida.
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Marie Brown Family Day Care

521 Nw 53rd Ter Gainesville, FL

Child care
Marie Brown Family Day Care offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 521 Northwest 53rd Terrace, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. Marie Brown Family Day Care has served the community since they opened in 2010.
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Dwayne Johnson Family Daycare Home

2405 Ne 13th Ave Gainesville, FL

Child care
Dwayne Johnson Family Daycare Home provides quality and affordable early childhood care in a culturally diverse environment. It ensures a climate for individual growth, comfort, and security. They provide an enriching daycare experience to prepare the child for preschool.
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Ericka Jackson Family Daycare

1425 Se 20th St Gainesville, FL

Child care
Ericka Jackson Family Daycare serves the young children of the Gainesville, Florida community. It aims to help children develop and grow. It encourages children to discover and explore while having fun. The Daycare provides comfort, security, and care for kids. It has been in the child care business since 2010.
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Rutledge Home Day Care

3811 Ne 12th St Gainesville, FL

Child care
Rutledge Home Day Care is a licensed child care and learning facility that has been serving the children of Gainesville, Florida since 1997. It provides a safe, stimulating and nurturing child-centered environment that meets the growth and developmental needs of children. It offers full-time childcare services and provides...
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Harris Daycare

2404 Ne 12th Ave Gainesville, FL

Child care
Harris Daycare supports the child’s development with fun, warmth, security, exploration and discovery. They actively seek to encourage socialization, creativity, and a sense of community within the environment. It is their belief in children learning best through exploration and play.
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God's Child Daycare Ctr

2049 Ne 15th St Gainesville, FL

Child care
God's Child Daycare Center in Gainesville, Florida seeks to provide a nurturing, high quality, safe and fun learning environment that is fit for the child’s overall growth and development. It is a Child Care provider that can accommodate a certain number of children.
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Kiddie Academy of Gainesville

6476 SW 75th Street Gainesville, FL

In-Home daycare
Child care
Like all its branches, the Kiddie Academy daycare center in Gainesville, Fl follows the Life Essentials® philosophy in providing services to children from age 6 weeks and up to 12 years old. The branch is open Monday through Friday, from 6:30AM to 6:30PM. Included in the daycare center's programs are Spanish-language...
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Wrights Family Daycare

1216 Ne 20th Pl Gainesville, FL

Child care
Wrights Family Daycare is a child development center conveniently located at 1216 Ne 20th Pl, Gainesville, FL that truly believes in children's potential to grow exponentially. Their center's mission is to secure a happy environment where their students are given opportunities to develop their skills.
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Daycare centers near you in Gainesville, FL offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Gainesville, FL provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Gainesville, FL for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Gainesville, FL include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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