We are pleased that you are considering our Center to be your partner in the care and education of your child. Selecting a pre-school will be one of the most important decisions you make in setting the foundation for success for your young child. Jelly Bean Junction is proud to be an accredited "Gold Seal" center, nationally recognized for excellence in providing a quality early learning experience.
Our goal is to provide the very best early learning experience in Melbourne, having devoted teachers with active parental communication while offering a loving, nurturing, and fun and secure learning environment for your child. Our owner, Denise Bergman, is actively involved in the Center and the early learning industry.
Our goal is to provide the very best early learning experience in Melbourne, having devoted teachers with active parental communication while offering a loving, nurturing, and fun and secure learning environment for your child. Our owner, Denise Bergman, is actively involved in the Center and the early learning industry.
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Learning starts soon after birth with 90% of brain development occurring during the first five years of life. Children go through common stages of development: they each learn at their own pace, learn best by doing, and do what is interesting and fun for them. Children who have a positive self-concept are better able to cope with new situations, which is the essence of successful human development.
Jelly Bean Junction preschool is based on the belief that our children's needs are of the utmost importance. Our entire staff is committed to meeting those needs. As a result, a high percentage of our enrollment is from siblings and referrals. At Jelly Bean Junction, we pride ourselves on employing a staff that truly cares about the well-being of each and every child.
Our Infant Program provides your baby with a secure, loving environment. Staff will encourage their socialization and language development through singing songs, reading books and talking with your baby throughout the day! School hours are 6:30am-6pm and tours are done by appointment. Please note that a child can not be in the center for more than ten hours on any given day.
Infant Care for 6 Weeks to 12 months School hours are 6:30am-6pm, however, a child can not be in the center for more than ten hours any given day. Tours are done by appointment. Parents should tour as soon as they find out they are expecting as we typically have a wait list for the infant room since there are only 8 spots available.
School hours are 6:30am - 6pm, with full time programming M-F; please note no child can be in attendance for more than 10 hours a day. Children turning 12 months transition to our Dragonfly Classroom; see below for details about each toddler classroom. Our youngest one year old class; state ratio is 1 to 6. Staff fills out daily sheets for each child.
Reviews (10)
Hollie Riggs
Jul 25, 2021
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As an experienced assistant teacher with a two year degree I can say this place is one of the best facilities I have ever worked in. They are professional and also understanding. The facility is very well taken care of and you can tell they care about their staff. If you join the team here at Jelly Bean junction you won't regret it one bit as it is like having a whole new family there. The kids are great as well along with their families. So if your looking for a professional, understanding, family place this is the place for you.
Todd McGraw
May 22, 2021
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Jelly Bean Junction is the best of the best when it comes to child care! My 1 year old has been in JBB for 6 months and she absolutely loves it. They do great activities with her and provide her the exact care she needs and the meals they provide are always fresh and change daily. The teachers are all very friendly and you can tell they all actually care for the children and always have a big smile on their face when they are dropped off. We were new to the area when we signed her up but, we quickly realized we made a great decision!
Kesslie Kassandra
Jan 08, 2021
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My husband and I loved Jellybean Junction! Everyone on staff was so friendly and made us feel so welcome every single day we dropped off and picked up our daughter. Our daughter loved going to see her teachers and friends and I noticed that she developed so much during the time she was at JBJ. I attribute that to the amazing curriculum and the teachers who were so intentional and loved on all of the kids. I would highly recommend to anyone with young kids. We felt comfortable being at work knowing she was in great hands. The teachers did a great job of communicating what the kids were learning
Erin Ottoson
Oct 14, 2020
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We absolutely love Jelly Bean Junction! As a parent looking for a preschool for my daughter to attend while my husband and I work, it was important to find a place that cared for her as we would. Jelly Bean Junction has been an absolute pleasure! They know all of their students and family members and treat them like family. Each day that I drop my daughter off at school she is greeted with staff that is so happy to see her, so kind and so caring! When we pick her up from school, she comes out happy and excited to tell us about her day. Jelly Bean Junction is a very clean school and they have done
Heather Allenbaugh
Oct 24, 2019
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My son has been to 4 different daycare centers in his short life and Jelly Bean by FAR is the best. They treat the children as if they are their own. Actually many of the teachers have their own kids attend. I'm always very concerned for my child safety and this place is amazing. The ladies and gentlemen at the front desk know every parent and child by name. My son was there for day care and as well for their VPK program and still to this day he says his favorite teachers are there.
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My daughter now has attended Jelly Bean for more than a year and she loves going to “school” to
***UPDATE***
My daughter now has attended Jelly Bean for more than a year and she loves going to “school” to
J. J.
Sep 08, 2019
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My daughter has attended Jelly Bean Junction since she was about 6 months old, she just graduated from VPK program in May 2019. She is still enrolled their for summer care before Kindergarten starts. It is bittersweet to move on, exciting for Bella to start Kindergarten but sad to leave Jelly Bean! The 5 years spent at Jelly Bean have been amazing, with all the worries we have as parents, not having to worry about her care while we worked has been invaluable to us. They have gone above and beyond to care for her with very high standards across the board. She has always been very clean, well fed
Megan
Sep 02, 2019
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My daughter has attended the after school care and summer camp here at JBJ for over 2 years now. She enjoys the teachers (who have become like family) and all the friends she has made. The teachers do well with the children and keep a positive environment. Most importantly they communicate with the parents, uphold the rules and make JBJ a safe place to bring your children. I always enjoy hearing about her afternoon there. I would definitely recommend this center!
Kim Johnson
Jul 17, 2019
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Jelly Bean Junction is an incredible daycare! My son absolutely loves it there! All of his teachers have been beyond amazing! The front office staff and teachers have great communication with the parents. Every morning, one of the owners is at the front desk to welcome you and your child. It’s really nice seeing the owners so devoted.
I like the curriculums they have at JellyBean Junction. I receive a weekly schedule that shows me what my son will be learning on a daily basis. My son has grown so much and every day he amazes me with something he’s learned.
I would recommend this daycare to
I like the curriculums they have at JellyBean Junction. I receive a weekly schedule that shows me what my son will be learning on a daily basis. My son has grown so much and every day he amazes me with something he’s learned.
I would recommend this daycare to
Summer Legate
Jun 26, 2019
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Jelly bean Junction is the BEST preschool that I have ever taken my son too! The teachers are so caring and the staff is so friendly and so helpful. My son loves his teachers Ashley and Alex! My son Is delayed in his speech and I notice that he is saying many more words at home. They always tell my son when he leaves that they love him and my son will say it back. I am so very grateful for everyone at Jelly Bean Junction. It makes me feel at ease to know that my son is in safe care.
Tevry Simmons
Sep 29, 2018
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My daughter has been at Jellybean Junction right at 4 years. She has absolutely loved it since day one just as I have. The staff are friendly and wonderful with the kids. Most students stay at Jellybean for a long time forming life long friendships with other students. The teachers more than prepare them for school. They take special care of children with allergies or other difficulties. This is a grade A place and I wouldn't trust anywhere or anyone else with my daughter. Go in for a walk around you won't be disappointed.
