Changing early education one child at a time.
A child-centered, play-based approach to early childhood learning.
We believe that every child brings with them a deep curiosity, and this innate curiosity drives their interest to understand their world and their place within it.
​For this reason, we embrace a child-centered, play-based environment. At Melrose, we value the hearts and minds of children, guidelines of Conscious Discipline, and cultivating family and community.
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Melrose Family Testimonials
Melrose offers my 3 year old son the most wonderful experience possible. It is an amazing preschool and kindergarten school. It's play-based learning philosophy teaches children to be curious, creative, confident individuals. My son grows everyday through art classes, gardening, tending animals, reading, playing, drama, dancing, yoga, and so much more. It is the BEST preschool in Jacksonville and we are so blessed to have it right in our neighborhood!
-Heather N.
My son is learning so much in a short time through playing. The staff is so welcoming and friendly. I love how they in corporate sign language as well. Mrs. Beth is an amazing and patient teacher.
-Karen S.
My daughter absolutely loves going to Melrose and I couldn't be happier. The staff is creative, warm, and loving, they utilize great teaching philosophies, and the leadership is brimming with smarts and enthusiasm. Always something new and fun going on for the kids. Would recommend to all families!
-Lindsay S.
Melrose Avenue Preschool has been the perfect first school experience for our 3 year old son. It's more than just a school, it's a family. They are always exploring their world around them, whether it's baking homemade bread, planting flowers, practicing yoga or creating sculptures. As an artist their art room alone, overflowing with creative supplies, won me over at first sight. My son loved his teachers (Mrs. Beth is the best!) and his teachers in return have returned that love and more. We are so happy and lucky to be in the Melrose family for many more years and siblings to come
-Nicole T.