Parents’ Guide to St. Johns County
Schools, activities, childcare, sports, libraries, camps, safety resources and everyday information for families raising kids in St. Johns County, Florida.
Everything Parents Need in One Place
Whether your child is starting kindergarten, joining a soccer team, looking for something to do this weekend or preparing for college, use this guide as a starting point for family life in St. Johns County.
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Schools & Education
St. Johns Schools Guide
Start with our local guide to public schools, education information and resources for St. Johns County families.
Explore schools →SJCSD Family Resources
School calendars, meals, health information, VPK, transfers, student resources and other information for district families.
Visit SJCSD Families →Enroll Your Child
Find registration requirements, online enrollment forms, residency information and school-registration help.
School enrollment →Home Access Center
SJCSD's secure parent portal for viewing student educational information, including grades and attendance.
Access HAC →ParentSquare
District and school communications, announcements, messages, calendars and parent-teacher communication.
ParentSquare information →Programs of Choice
Explore school choice, career academies, home education, college readiness, dual enrollment and counseling resources.
Explore options →District Parent Resource Guide
Helpful district information created specifically for parents and guardians of St. Johns County students.
Parent Resource Guide →SJCSD Student Services
Find resources involving attendance, social work, student wellness, school transitions and family assistance.
Student Services →Babies, Preschool & Early Learning
Early Learning Coalition
Early-learning resources for St. Johns County families, including VPK, childcare referrals and school-readiness assistance.
Visit ELC North Florida →Find Child Care
Get assistance locating childcare options and learning about early-education programs and financial assistance.
Family childcare resources →Voluntary Pre-K
Find information about Florida's VPK program and early-learning options available to St. Johns families.
Explore VPK →St. Johns County Libraries
Find storytimes, children's programs, books, educational resources and your nearest library branch.
Visit the library →Activities & Family Fun
Local Events
Find family events, festivals, school events, community activities and things happening around St. Johns.
See local events →Things to Do
Explore attractions, outdoor activities, rainy-day ideas and places to visit with kids.
Find things to do →St. Johns County Parks
Search county parks, playgrounds, fields, trails, community centers and recreational facilities.
Find a park →St. Johns Beaches
Compare local beaches, parking, restrooms, amenities and family-friendly beach options.
Explore beaches →Youth Sports, Camps & Recreation
Youth Sports Directory
Soccer, baseball, softball, football, running, swimming, volleyball, lacrosse, gymnastics, golf and more.
Explore youth sports →Parks & Rec Youth Programs
Youth leagues, enrichment programs, after-school activities and recreation opportunities offered around the county.
County youth programs →Summer Camps
Find county summer camps, specialty camps, outdoor programs and seasonal opportunities.
Parks & Rec camps →Explore SJC
Outdoor recreation, nature programs, guided activities, geocaching and family-friendly exploration.
Explore outdoors →Middle School, High School & Teens
SJCSD Guidance
College readiness, career programs, graduation information, Programs of Choice and school counseling resources.
Guidance resources →Dual Enrollment
Information for students interested in taking qualifying college courses while still enrolled in high school.
Dual enrollment →Scholarships & Financial Aid
SJCSD resources covering scholarships, financial aid and postsecondary planning.
Scholarship resources →Sheriff's Youth Services
Learn about Youth Resource Deputies, school safety and youth-focused programs in St. Johns County.
Youth Services →Family Support & Wellness
Mental Health Parent Resources
District resources involving counseling, bullying prevention, grief, crisis support, substance abuse and student wellness.
Parent resources →Florida Department of Health
Local public-health information and services for residents and families in St. Johns County.
St. Johns Health Department →St. Johns County Social Services
County assistance and referrals for qualifying residents and families who need additional support.
Social Services →Get a Library Card
Access books, eBooks, audiobooks, educational tools, children's programs and other library resources.
Library card information →Safety & Emergency Resources
Emergency Management
County emergency information, preparedness resources, alerts, evacuation information and weather updates.
Emergency Management →Hurricane Preparedness
Prepare your family, build a supply kit, learn evacuation procedures and understand local risks.
Hurricane guide →Evacuation Information
Learn about St. Johns County evacuation zones and how evacuation orders are issued.
Evacuation information →Weather
Check St. Johns weather and coastal information before school, sports, beach days and outdoor activities.
Local weather →Emergency Information
For an immediate police, fire or medical emergency, call 911. During hurricanes and severe weather, follow official St. Johns County Emergency Management and local public-safety instructions.
Everyday Family Life in St. Johns
Moving to St. Johns
Start here if your family is relocating: neighborhoods, schools, utilities and local information.
Moving guide →Neighborhoods
Learn about communities throughout St. Johns County and find the part of the county that fits your family.
Explore neighborhoods →St. Johns Utilities
Find electricity, water, internet, trash and other everyday utility resources.
Utility guide →Business Directory
Find restaurants, family services, activities and local businesses throughout St. Johns County.
Search businesses →Explore More of St. Johns County
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