Ponder's Christian Learning Center: Christian Daycare in East Ocala
A licensed Christian child care center in east Ocala with infant care, VPK and School Readiness; its Facebook page describes a safe Christian environment.
By Darrin DeTorres, Only In Ocala · Last verified October 5, 2026
What is Ponder's Christian Learning Center?
Ponder's Christian Learning Center is a licensed Christian child care center at 3602 SE 7th St in east Ocala. It offers infant care, full- and half-day care, VPK, before and after school care and transportation, is open 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on weekdays, and accepts School Readiness families.
Ponder's Christian Learning Center: verified facts
Last verified October 5, 2026 against the Florida DCF provider record and the provider's own pages
- Address
- 3602 SE 7th St, Ocala, FL 34471
- Phone
- (352) 789-6464
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
- Ages
- Infant care through VPK and after school (state record)
- VPK
- Yes, free for eligible 4-year-olds
- Church or ministry
- Christian learning center; no sponsoring church named
- State license
- Licensed by Florida DCF, C05MA0060, capacity 91; accepts School Readiness
- Website
- Facebook page
Tuition
Not published. Call for current rates.
Programs
- Infant care
- Full day and half day
- VPK
- Before and after school
- Transportation
Where sources differ
- Google Maps places the center at 3602 SE 6th St; the state record and the center's Facebook page say SE 7th St.
- The center's Facebook page shows (352) 421-5590, which is the state-listed number for a different Ponder's location; the state and Google list (352) 789-6464 for this center.
Check inspection history on the Florida DCF child care provider search (search license C05MA0060).
See all Ocala church daycaresAbout the program
Ponder's Christian Learning Center is a licensed child care center on SE 7th Street in east Ocala. Its Facebook page describes a safe place for children to learn and grow in a Christian environment; it does not name a sponsoring church.
The state record lists infant care, full- and half-day care, VPK, before and after school care and transportation, with a capacity of 91. The center accepts School Readiness families, and its record lists curricula including Frog Street Pre-K and Mother Goose Time.
The state also licenses a second location, Ponder's Christian Academy, at 623 NE 27th Avenue. We could not confirm that location's details, so it is not in our guide yet. For the SE 7th Street center, call (352) 789-6464.
Frequently asked questions about Ponder's Christian Learning Center
Where is Ponder's Christian Learning Center located?
The center is at 3602 SE 7th St, Ocala, FL 34471, according to its state record and Facebook page; Google Maps places it on SE 6th St. Its phone number is (352) 789-6464.
What are the hours of Ponder's Christian Learning Center?
The center is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., according to its state record and Google listing.
Does Ponder's Christian Learning Center offer VPK?
Yes. Its state record lists VPK and School Readiness, along with infant care, full- and half-day care, before and after school care and transportation.
Before you visit
Call ahead to ask about openings for your child's age, the current tuition and registration fees, and how faith is part of the day. If you plan to use VPK, apply for a Certificate of Eligibility through the Early Learning Coalition of Marion County before you enroll; the provider needs it to hold a VPK seat. Our tour checklist covers ratios, staff screening, safety and pickup rules.