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WELCOME

Welcome to Freedom Kids Academy, Where we love, learn, and grow.
At Freedom Kids Academy, we believe every child is a gift with unique potential waiting to blossom. Our heart is to provide a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled environment where children are encouraged to explore, create, and discover the joy of learning. On this page, you’ll find everything you need to know about who we are, the care and programs we offer, and how we partner with families to support their child’s growth and development. You can also easily inquire about our services or submit an enrollment request to join our Freedom Kids Academy family. We’re excited to connect with you and can’t wait to see your little one love, learn, and grow with us!

LOVING

At Freedom Kids Academy, every child is welcomed with love, care, and respect. We believe children thrive when they feel safe, valued, and encouraged, so we create an environment filled with kindness, patience, and joy. 

LEARNING

At Freedom Kids Academy, we use the ABC Jesus Loves Me curriculum—a Christ-centered program designed especially for young learners. This curriculum combines essential preschool lessons like numbers, letters, colors, and shapes with engaging activities that build social and emotional skills.

GROWING

At Freedom Kids Academy, we believe in nurturing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit. Our programs are designed to encourage academic growth through hands-on learning while also planting seeds of faith through Bible stories, prayer, and Christ-centered values. 

Facility Tours

We’d love for you to see what makes Freedom Kids Academy special! We offer in-person tours Monday–Friday from 9:00am–2:00pm. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to explore our classrooms, meet our caring staff, learn about our Christ-centered approach, and ask any questions about our programs, schedules, and enrollment process. Our goal is to give every family a clear picture of the safe, nurturing, and fun environment we provide for each child. We believe that choosing childcare is an important decision, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. If you’re interested in touring our academy or learning more, please fill out the contact request form below and we will reach out to schedule a time that works for you. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT US

At Freedom Kids Academy, our mission is simple: to provide children with a safe, nurturing, faith-centered, and trusted environment where they can thrive. We believe every child is a precious gift from God, created with unique potential, and we are committed to helping them love, learn, and grow in every area of life.
Freedom Kids Academy was born out of the heart and prayers of Freedom Christian Fellowship. For years, our church family prayed for a place where children could receive not only quality care and early education, but also a foundation of faith that will guide them throughout their lives. Today, Freedom Kids Academy is the answer to those prayers—a ministry dedicated to serving families and strengthening our community.
Our passionate team of caregivers and teachers pour love, patience, and joy into each child’s day. From Bible-based lessons to hands-on learning activities, we strive to nurture the whole child—spiritually, academically, emotionally, and socially. Parents can rest assured knowing their children are cared for in an environment built on trust, prayer, and a commitment to excellence.
At Freedom Kids Academy, we’re more than a daycare—we’re a family, and we’re honored to walk alongside parents in the incredible journey of raising children.

Meet the team.

Ariel Parrott

Director
Ariel serves as the Director of Freedom Kids Academy, With years of experience serving families through her church and community, she combines organization and a heart for ministry. She brings administrative and leadership experience, as well as hands-on involvement in children’s programs within the church. Ariel’s mission is to provide high-quality care rooted in Christian values, ensuring that each child is known, loved, and encouraged to grow in confidence and character.

Amanda Salgado

Teacher
Amanda has over 10 years of experience working with children and is passionate about creating a loving, faith-filled environment where young learners can thrive. She connects naturally with children, offering patience, encouragement, and individualized support. Her heart is to provide a safe, nurturing space where every child feels valued and confident. Amanda believes that when children feel secure and loved, they flourish—and she is honored to be part of that journey.

Renee Frisch

Teacher
Renee Frisch is entering her sixth year teaching young children, working with ages 1 to 5. She is passionate about creating a positive and engaging learning environment where little ones can grow and thrive. Renee is also a grateful mom to two wonderful daughters—one in first grade and the other in 12th grade—who inspire her love for working with children. She is excited to be here and looks forward to a joyful and meaningful year ahead.

Contact Us

If you would like to request to enroll, set up an in-person tour, or have general questions. Please Submit the form below with a small description of your request and we will get back to you as soon as possible!






Frequently Asked Questions

What days and times is Freedom Kids Academy open?
The academy is open Monday-Friday from 7:30am-5:30pm.
Is There a registration fee?
Non-refundable Registration Fee of $50​
What ages do you accept?
We accept children ages 1 - 4 years.
Is VPK offered?
We do not currently offer VPK, but our 4-year-old class will follow a christ centered curriculum to help prepare them for kindergarden.
What is the teacher/child ratio?
We follow the DCF-required classroom ratios for proper supervision.
1 year: 1 caregiver : 6 children
2 years: 1 caregiver : 11 children
3 years: 1 caregiver : 15 children
 4 years: 1 caregiver : 20 children

Is there an open-door policy for parents?
There is an ongoing open-door policy for parents to stop in at any time, and we will continue to maintain a strong focus on parent involvement.
What curriculum is used?
We use the ABC Jesus Loves Me curriculum—a Christ-centered program designed especially for young learners. This curriculum combines essential preschool lessons like numbers, letters, colors, and shapes with engaging activities that build social and emotional skills.
What does a child’s day look like?
Each child will spend the day in a balance of large group and small group experiences throughout our different learning centers. Morning and afternoon playground time, mealtimes and nap time are built into the daily schedule as well.
Do you offer daily updates for parents?
Families will have an app called Brightwheel where teachers will post daily pictures and updates of activities and curriculum. Teacher/parent messages can be sent back and forth throughout the day as well.
Will there be outdoor play?
Two age appropriate playgrounds will be utilized for daily outdoor play.
What standard do you follow for illness?
We follow the American Academy of Pediatrics guidance for any symptoms of illness in children.
Are snacks and meals provided?
Morning snacks/breakfast and afternoon snacks are provided. We ask guardians to pack their child(ren) a nut-free lunch.
Is the academy licensed?
Freedom Kids Academy license # is through Department of Children and Families. Routine inspections through DCF will be conducted multiple times each year.
What are the requirements for employees?
All teachers are CPR certified, background screened through DCF Level 2 background screening and vetted through church engagement with reference checks and employment history verification.
What saftey Measures are taken for entry of the building?
The single entrance to the facility has a keypad entrance with each family having their own pin code. No one will be permitted into the facility without a pin code.
We prioritize your child’s safety above all else. We’ve implemented a range of carefully designed security measures to ensure a secure environment, including staff training, controlled access, and ongoing monitoring. While we keep the details confidential to maintain their effectiveness, rest assured that protecting your child is our top concern. In addition, we have a 20+ year retired law enforcement officer as the Director of Security and Safety on our campus.
What are the tution rates?
If you are interested in tuition rates and learning more information about enrollment, please create an account through Brightwheel with your information. We will reach out to your with specific information about your child’s age group.

Facility Information

Locations

Office Hours

3423 Loretto Rd.
Jacksonville FL 32223
Monday - Friday
7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

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