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Part-Time Daycares in Gainesville, FL are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 28 listed part-time daycares

Kids Care By Kaaren

As first time parents we found Mrs Kaaren's small, in home daycare setting to be the perfect fit for us. Although our son is now over 3 yrs...

- Kristie R.

Natures Elements Preschool

We absolutely love Nature's Elements! Our son, who is level 2 autistic, was welcomed with open arms after being kicked out of another...

- Care member

Angela P

"Angie worked for us over a two week period while our regular nanny was out of town. Angela was amazing from the beginning. She was very...

- Jennifer W.

Part-Time Daycares Near Gainesville, FL

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O2B Kids Hunters Crossing

4929 NW 43RD ST GAINESVILLE, FL

State license verified

O2B Kids at Hunters Crossing is one of our Preschool-Only locations, serving Infants, Toddlers, PreK, & VPK children in Gainesville. This location is in the Northwest part of Gainesville, conveniently located near popular neighborhoods, shopping, and business parks. Our literacy-rich environment and highly-trained staff work...
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O2B Kids Supercenter

7383 SW 17TH RD GAINESVILLE, FL

State license verified

O2B Supercenter is our flagship location and is conveniently located in Gainesville, Florida. Even as our first location, this amazing facility is still second to none. In addition to offering Nationally Accredited Preschool and Afterschool Programs, this location also provides children with almost 200 extracurricular classes...
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O2B Kids Midtown

1555 NW 23RD AVE GAINESVILLE, FL

State license verified

O2B Kids Midtown is a safe and secure facility conveniently located near the University of Florida, Shands Hospital, and downtown Gainesville. We offer Nationally Accredited Preschool & VPK, and Afterschool programs as well as Classes and Summer Camp.The O2B Preschool Program provides a literacy-rich play environment for...
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Kids Care By Kaaren

207 Sw 75th Terr Gainesville, FL

5.0(5)
My name is Isabella. I am 24 years old and happily married to my husband. I have taken over my mother's trusted daycare. I grew up with this daycare in our home, working with my mother while she taught me everything! Before I started shadowing her in the day care a year and a half ago, I worked as a professional nanny for 4...

Kristie R. says "As first time parents we found Mrs Kaaren's small, in home daycare setting to be the perfect fit for us. Although our son is now over 3 yrs old and no...

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Natures Elements Preschool

4138 NW 13TH ST GAINESVILLE, FL

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$255/mo
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Faith based
Cooperative
+ 5 more
Welcome to Nature’s Elements Preschool! At Nature’s Elements Preschool, we believe in nurturing the whole child through a harmonious blend of nature, creativity, and innovation. Located in the heart of Gainesville, FL, our preschool offers a unique learning environment that sets us apart. What We Offer: Holistic...

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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Orange Blossom Prep

6200 SW ARCHER RD GAINESVILLE, FL

State license verified

International
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Orange Blossom Prep teachers and caregivers are committed to providing a rich and stimulating environment that is at the same time, warm, loving, and supportive. Parents and teachers are seen as partners in children's care and education. Parents are recognized and respected as the children's primary caregiver. Hours: 6:30am -...
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Gainesville Country Day School

2304 SW 75th Street Gainesville, FL

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Reggio emilia
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
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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My name is Angie and I am currently a full time student studying business management. I am off for the summer and wanted to baby sit. I love kids and get along with them great.

Jennifer W. says ""Angie worked for us over a two week period while our regular nanny was out of town. Angela was amazing from the beginning. She was very comfortable...

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Lil One's World I

1735 Se Hawthorne Rd Gainesville, FL

5.0(1)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Lil One's World I offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 1735 Southeast Hawthorne Rd, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. Lil One's World I is fully licensed to handle 70 children.
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B'Nai Israel Community Day School

3830 NW 16th Blvd Gainesville, FL

3.0(2)
Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
B'Nai Israel Community Day School is a state-licensed daycare facility that offers full-time child care and early education programs designed for young children. Located at 3830 NW 16th Blvd, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. B'Nai Israel Community Day School is open to children ages six weeks old...

Tess H. says "My child went here for 3 years until she aged out. I loved the staff. The small class sizes put her waaaay ahead of the kids in her new school."

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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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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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Step By Step Learning Center

2211 Nw 40th Ter Gainesville, FL

Preschool
Kindergarten
Child care
Located in Gainesville, Florida, Step By Step Learning Center offers educational programs for infants up to five-year-old children. It provides full and part-time services for children one year and above. The Center utilizes a developmentally appropriate curriculum to educating young children. It provides activities, including...
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Prime Time After School

5000 E University Ave. Gainesville, FL

Child care
Prime Time After School is for all children to achieve at their maximum potential in a nurturing, engaging and challenging 21st century learning environment, so that all students will be successful. The staff is committed to making sure that all students are achieving at the highest possible level by implementing best teaching...
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The Whole Child Inc

9424 Sw 21st Ave Gainesville, FL

Child care
The Whole Child Inc is an early childhood education facility located at 9424 Sw 21st Ave, Gainesville, FL that helps their students improve their God-given talents and abilities. Their center provides perfect opportunities for your children to be creative and express themselves every time.
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Chiquita Hall Family Day

4454 Sw 20th Ln Gainesville, FL

Child care
Chiquita Hall Family Day is a state-licensed child care center that provides full-time services and programs designed to promote early development and school readiness. The company serves the Gainesville, FL community. Chiquita Hall Family Day can admit and take care of ten children.
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Superior Childcare & Learning Center

1645 Ne 8th Ave Gainesville, FL

Preschool
Child care
Superior Childcare & Learning Center center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 1645 Northeast 8th Ave, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. Superior Childcare & Learning Center can accommodate a maximum of 26 children.
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Day Extended Program

3700 Ne 53rd Ave Gainesville, FL

Child care
Day Extended Program offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 3700 Northeast 53rd Ave, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. Day Extended Program has served the community since they started operating in 2007.
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Paola Pre Paid

11235 Nw 32nd Ave Gainesville, FL

Preschool
Child care
Paola Pre Paid offers center-based and full-time child care and early education services designed for young children. Located at 11235 Northwest 32nd Ave, the company serves families living in the Gainesville, FL area. Paola Pre Paid has served the community since they started operating in 2006.
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Stokes Home Day Care

3905 Nw 31st Pl Gainesville, FL

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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FAQs for finding part-time daycares near you in Gainesville, FL

Part-time daycare is becoming increasingly accessible and popular among working families. The cost of part-time daycare can vary widely depending on location and the type of center you choose.

Deciding on a part-time daycare near you in Gainesville, FL can be a daunting but important task. If you need part-time daycare, there are several factors to keep in mind while searching. Start by narrowing down options on Care.com based on location and rate. From there you can read reviews from other families. It is also wise to consider the program's curriculum, staff qualifications, and the ratio of adults to children for a quality environment.

Part-time daycare services near you in Gainesville, FL provide care for children during part of the day, typically during parents' work hours. These services typically offer activities focused on early childhood education in areas such as literacy and numeracy. Through combining structured, educational activities with free play, part-time daycares are able to give children experience in both classroom and social settings while they are under adult supervision. Additionally, part-time daycare providers typically partner with parents to tailor program goals and objectives to their needs and those of their child's.

When looking for part-time daycare near you in Gainesville, FL, it is important to research a facility's qualifications and credentials. Make sure they have a license and that their staff is certified and experienced in child care. It's also a good idea to ask about the staff-to-child ratio, as part-time daycares should be attentive to the children’s needs while they are there. Before you entrust your children with any part-time daycare, look at references from past customers or even observe how the facility operates firsthand. Finally, investigate if the part-time daycare offers activities for your children such as music, art and outdoor recreation so that your children can remain engaged when having fun outside of their home environment.

Part-time daycare can near you in Gainesville, FL can offer many benefits for both families and children alike. To start, they provide child care in a safe, stimulating environment that is supervised by trained professionals. As part-time daycare is not permanent and only used on an as-needed basis, it is often more affordable than full-time daycare, making it much easier for working parents to manage their budgets while still providing quality care for their children. Additionally, part-time daycare offers the flexibility to increase or decrease usage depending on schedules, holidays and other commitments, allowing families to adapt to changing circumstances.

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