CHILDCARE CENTER IN FRUITCOVE
Where little hearts grow, curious minds bloom, and we all grow together
At Little Grove Academy we pair close, individual care with hands-on, play-based learning, in a setting built for exploring, stumbling, and growing, like a grove, where every tree grows differently and all of them belong to the same wood.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Three roots behind everything we do
Individual care
Small groups by age and one lead teacher who knows each child, their pace, and their interests, not a one-size-fits-all curriculum.
Learning through play
Guided play is the method, not the reward. It's how language, motor skills, and self-regulation are built in the early years.
A community of families
Daily reports, an open-door policy for visits, and teachers you can reach at drop-off and pickup. We grow alongside your family, not just your child.
PROGRAMS
A classroom for every stage
Seedlings (Infants)
Individual sleep and feeding routines, sensory play, and plenty of one-on-one attention.
Sprouts (Crawlers)
Active exploration, first words, and the first steps toward independence, with warm, consistent limits.
Saplings (Early Preschool)
Pretend play, songs and rhymes, and the first real agreements about getting along in a group.
Branches (Preschool)
Letters, numbers, and hands-on science through real projects, more structure, without losing the play.
Canopy (Pre-K)
Kindergarten readiness: early reading and writing, math thinking, and personal independence.
TUITION
Rates for every age group
Weekly rates depend on your child's age group and schedule. Request a tour or call us and we will send you our current rates and what is included.
Request our ratesA DAY IN THE GROVE
What an ordinary day here feels like
Arrival and free play
A personal welcome and quiet activities while the rest of the group arrives.
Breakfast
A balanced meal served in the classroom, at tables grouped by age.
Circle time and guided activity
Language, music, or science, following each classroom's weekly plan.
Outdoor play and gross motor time
Playground time outside (or in the movement room on rainy days).
Lunch and nap
Rest time matched to each child's age and needs.
Snack and projects
Art, blocks, or dramatic play in small groups.
Free play and pickup
A quick, personal update for each family about their child's day.
OUR CLASSROOMS
Spaces made for little ones
Bright, calm rooms with child-size furniture, soft places to rest, and plenty to explore.
ACTIVE PLAY
Strong bodies, guided with care
Movement is part of how children learn. Our gym time is planned and supervised, so every child can jump, climb, and balance with confidence.
- Guided activities with an adult close by at every step
- Soft mats and age-appropriate equipment
- Building balance, coordination, and strength through play
- Turn-taking and cheering each other on
LIFE AT THE GROVE
A look inside our days
DIRECTOR'S DIARY
Little stories from our days
From time to time, our director shares a small story from inside the Grove, a classroom moment worth remembering.
The littlest gardener
This morning, one of our Saplings friends found a ladybug on the playground fence and refused to let anyone touch it. "She's resting," he said, until he'd walked three of his classmates over, one by one, to see her for themselves.
By snack time the whole table was drawing ladybugs, and our science shelf has a new "bug watching" corner that the children asked for themselves. It's these small, unplanned moments, curiosity leading the whole room, that remind us why we build so much open time into every day.
Ms. Manuela
VISIT US
Come see the Grove in person
The best way to know if Little Grove is right for your family is to walk through our classrooms and meet our team.
- Meet our director, Ms. Manuela, and the teachers
- See the classrooms and the playground
- Ask anything about programs, schedules, and rates
Schedule a tour
ENROLLMENT
Join our family
Spots open up by age group throughout the year. Tell us where you are in the process and we will take it from there.
Join the waitlist
Would you like to place your child on our waitlist? Stay in touch with our team about upcoming availability.
Received a placement offer?
Wonderful! Let us know you are ready to accept and we will follow up with the next steps to complete your enrollment.
QUESTIONS
Frequently asked questions
How do I schedule a tour?
Use the tour form on this page, call us at (904) 615-1595, or email admin@littlegroveacademy.com. We will confirm a day and time with you directly.
What age groups do you care for?
We have classrooms from 6 weeks to 5 years: Seedlings, Sprouts, Saplings, Branches, and Canopy. See the Programs section for each age range.
How does the waitlist work?
Fill in the waitlist form with your child's age and the date you would like to start. When a place opens in your child's age group, we contact you with an offer.
I received a placement offer. What do I do?
Complete the "Received a placement offer?" form in the Enrollment section to accept your place. We will follow up with the remaining steps to finish your enrollment.
How will I know what my child did today?
You will receive daily reports from your child's teacher, and our director shares small stories from the classrooms in the Director's Diary.
What are your hours?
See the Hours section of this page for our opening and closing times. If you need a different schedule, ask us and we will tell you what is possible.
How much does it cost?
Rates depend on age group and schedule. Request a tour or call us and we will send you the current rates.
HOURS AND LOCATION
Plan your visit
Hours of operation
Location
1461 Fruit Cove
Jacksonville, FL 32259
CONTACT
Email or call us directly
We answer every message ourselves. No auto-replies. Copy the email or phone number and tell us your child's age and which days you need.
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