Kids & family in Jacksonville NC near Camp Lejeune

MCCS Child Development Centers are on-base and often waitlisted. Off-base child care is a separate hunt. Confirm current wait times with MCCS and with the listing. This page lists kids and family businesses in Jacksonville. A PCS week at Camp Lejeune with kids is usually schools first, then child care, then a dentist.

The PCS guide mentions several schools: Northwoods Park Christian Academy, Coastal Christian High School, Jacksonville Christian Academy, Brewster Middle, and Lejeune High School. Off-base registration is Onslow County Schools on Broadhurst; on-base is DoDEA Camp Lejeune Schools. New to Lejeune has more on schools, and it also suggests Lume Pediatric, which is listed under dentists.

Who to call below includes Excel Learning Center 12 on Henderson Drive (ages 4–12, after-school, not infant care) and Childcare Network at Brynn Marr (ages 0–12). Call about ages, hours, openings, and waitlists.

Related: the PCS moving guide, restaurants for a first dinner, and barbers when someone needs to feel normal.

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FAQ

MCCS CDC or off-base child care after a PCS?

MCCS Child Development Centers are on-base and often waitlisted. Off-base care is a separate hunt. Confirm current wait times with MCCS and with the listing. New to Lejeune covers schools and week one.

Which schools are mentioned on Jacksonviller?

The PCS guide mentions Northwoods Park Christian Academy, Coastal Christian High School, Jacksonville Christian Academy, Brewster Middle, and Lejeune High School. New to Lejeune has more on schools.

Who do I call for off-base child care after a PCS?

Off-base options on this directory include Excel Learning Center 12 on Henderson Drive (ages 4–12, after-school, not infant care) and Childcare Network at Brynn Marr (ages 0–12). Call about openings and waitlists.

Where do I find a kids dentist?

New to Lejeune suggests Lume Pediatric, which is listed in the dentists category. Call the office to ask about TRICARE coverage.

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