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Hatchlings Academy

5.0

You just have too see and meet these amazing people. Their program is unique to each individual child. Never have I seen a 3 yr old stand by the door and smile and wave! "Bye Nana, I'm going to school. ". All about academics n adventures. Like leaving your child with family! We love "School"!!!!

- Kim B

Happy Days Daycare

5.0

This daycare will always have our heart. My son was enrolled from age 1 to 5 and I was truly upset that he had to move on when Kindergarten started because this place was always like home to us. I have never felt so much love from all of the teachers and the way they loved and cared for my son was...

- Heather D

Kid's Place

5.0

With Permission from Parent Survey: Jenna Hayes "Y'all are like Nike, you just do it! And, you do it well! We are so thankful (my child) has had such a great first impression of school. Kid's Place has exceeded all expectations."

- Janie F

Preschools in Fort Walton Beach, FL

Hatchlings Academy

Hatchlings Academy

133 Hospital Drive NE, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Starting at $215/wk

5.0

(1)

Hatchlings Academy provides an individualized approach to early education. This start with day one when our faculty begins assessing your child and the areas that they need growth. We then comprise a plan with you to decide the best path for success. We provide nutritious lunch and snacks throughout...
5.0
"You just have too see and meet these amazing people. Their program is unique to each individual child. Never have I seen a 3 yr old stand by the door and smile and wave! "Bye Nana, I'm going to school. ". All about academics n adventures. Like leaving your child...

Kim B


Happy Days Daycare

Happy Days Daycare

8 Walter Martin Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Starting at $100/wk

3.3

(7)

Happy Days Child Care is a family centric facility that strongly believes in partnering with the children's parents to yield the most successful learning environment possible.
5.0
"I am the owner of Happy Days Child Care and I can personally state that our childcare facility is exactly the opposite of EX U's review. We are unfamiliar with this person and do not believe they ever attended our facility. We welcome the opportunity for any parent...

Anjeanette W


Kid's Place

Kid's Place

321 Racetrack Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

3.7

(3)

A One-Of-A-Kind program dedicated EXCLUSIVELY to 4-yr-old children enrolled in the VPK program. All children attend FREE. ALL family incomes qualify. Only 30 spaces available. No more than ten children per class, credentialed teachers. PROVEN KINDERGARTEN READINESS. Check out our Kindergarten...
5.0
"With Permission from Parent Survey: Jenna Hayes "Y'all are like Nike, you just do it! And, you do it well! We are so thankful (my child) has had such a great first impression of school. Kid's Place has exceeded all expectations.""

Janie F


Youth Village, Inc

Youth Village, Inc

644 Anchors St. NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $170/wk

Youth Village, Inc is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization located in Fort Walton Beach. It was formed in 1999 to create a safe place to provide various educational and recreational services to children in grades K-8 in our community. Our goal is to provide a safe, nurturing environment with...

Montessori Learning Center

28 Miracle Strip Pkwy Sw # 2, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Starting at $385/mo

Montessori Learning Center is an educational facility that provides programs designed to support children’s development and discovery of talents and abilities. It offers an enriching environment and uses child-centered curriculum that foster self-confidence and sense of freedom among children. The...

First United Meth Preschool

103 1st St Se, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Starting at $215/mo

First United Meth Preschool recognizes and respects the individuality of each child. The staff explores and encourages a child’s individuality by creating an atmosphere of unconditional acceptance. The school fosters the individual development of each child and enhance confidence and...

Grannys Daycare

643 Powell Dr Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $184/wk

Grannys Daycare is a child care in Fort Walton Beach, FL that features caring, safe, and all-inclusive surroundings for preschool children while developing family relationships. They allow the kids to explore and learn their environment in a relaxed and loving atmosphere. They are nurturing the...

The Children's Center

The Children's Center

343 Holmes Blvd NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $170/wk

We provide child care to children ages 6 weeks to 10 years of age. We have part time care and full time care. After school children will have field trips available

King Family Childcare Home

225 Echo Cir, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $170/wk

King Family Childcare Home is a child enrichment center conveniently located at 225 Echo Cir, Fort Walton Beach, FL licensed by the state of Florida. Their care center offers a child care curriculum in an interactive learning environment designed for children in their early preschool years.

All Stars Pre-School & Child Care

310 Woodrow St Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $142/wk

All Stars Pre-School & Child Care is a child care and education provider that serves the community of Fort Walton Beach FL. It offers a stimulating environment and provides age-appropriate activities that enhance children's social, emotional, mental, and physical abilities. The center promotes good...

McGriff Family Day Care Home

57 Hemlock Dr Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $170/wk

McGriff Family Day Care Home provides center and home-based child care services designed for preschool and school-age kids. The facility is licensed to admit and handle a total of ten children. McGriff Family Day Care Home has been doing business in the area since they started operating in 1975.

Childcare Network #142

108 NW Jet Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $170/wk

Childcare Network#142 is located in Fort Walton Beach, FL. They provide high reach curriculum available to ages 6 weeks to 12 years old children. They keep their activities fun and stimulating to help your child learn and develop their physical being. They also offer before/after school and summer...

Childcare Network #41

800 Falcon Place, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $170/wk

Childcare Network #41 is a daycare facility at 800 Falcon Place, Fort Walton Beach, FL with a focus on bringing children up to school-age quality early childhood education. Their facility maintains a safe and nurturing environment that children can call their second home.

The Wright Day Care, Inc.

136 Patrick Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $162/wk

The Wright Day Care, Inc. is a childcare and educational facility located at 136 Patrick Drive, Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The center has a capacity of 75 children, and it operates from Monday thru Friday 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The center offers full-time childcare services and early childhood...

Okaloosa County Comprensive Head Start Child Development Inc

22 Mcgriff St Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $170/wk

Okaloosa County Head Start in Fort Walton Beach, FL offers enjoyable and effective child development center in the community. They focus on providing comprehensive resources to the families and children that include nutrition, education, physical/mental health, etc. They also feature a science...

Kids Discovery International Inc

240 Green Acres Rd, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $162/wk

Kids Discovery International Inc in Fort Walton Beach, FL uses the Creative Curriculum in enhancing the children's learning abilities. Children will experience well-rounded activities with opportunities for developing skills that they need to be successful. This child care facility addresses the...

Okaloosa County Comprehensive Head Start Child Development, Inc.

2018 Lewis Turner Blvd Ste B, Fort Walton Beach, FL

Costimate: $162/wk

Okaloosa County Comprehensive Head Start Child Development, Inc. provides a nurturing environment where kids feel safe and supported while learning, growing, making friends and preparing for the world of kindergarten. The curriculum caters to families that value education, going above and beyond...

Kid's Discovery

2265 W Highway 98, Mary Esther, FL

Costimate: $130/wk

Kid's Discovery in Mary Esther, 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 up to 236 children for preschool and kindergarten.

Our Little School House

505 E Hollywood Blvd, Mary Esther, FL

Costimate: $130/wk

Our Little School House is an educational facility that serves the community of Mary Esther FL. It offers a warm and caring environment and provides developmentally appropriate programs that foster spiritual, emotional, social, and intellectual growth among children. The school promotes good values...

ANGELS ARE US

170 N John Sims Pkwy, Valparaiso, FL

Costimate: $100/wk

ANGELS ARE US offers state-licensed child care services and enrichment learning programs to preschool children. This child care organization in Valparaiso, FL nurtures the necessary skills to students while promoting values, love, and respect. They support the holistic growth and development in a...

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