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Best Daycare Centers in New Smyrna Beach, FL

Compare 11 daycare centers in New Smyrna Beach. Average rating: 4.48/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

New Smyrna Beach, Florida at a glance

Daycares
11
Avg rating
4.48/5
Parent reviews
13
Top rated (4.5+)
6

New Smyrna Beach offers 11 licensed daycares, 9 of which have public ratings averaging 4.48/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 32168 zip code, averaging 4.41 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in New Smyrna Beach

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in New Smyrna Beach, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.67avg rating
7 daycares · 6 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

2.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

New Smyrna Beach zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
321689
4.41
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in New Smyrna Beach (19–113 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

8

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in New Smyrna Beach based on parent reviews

Cor Meth Day School

5(3)

201 S Peninsula Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL

Parents highlight the program's strong focus on child development and education, noting that facilities are immaculate and staff are caring and communicative. Reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's happiness and safety, describing the environment as a nurturing blessing for their families.

excellent communicationhigh-quality educationcaring staff

C Kids Learning Academy INC.

5(1)

312 N Duss St, New Smyrna Beach, FL

One parent describes C KIDS LEARNING ACADEMY INC. as a very caring place. This single review highlights a positive atmosphere for children.

caring environment

First Friends Child Care

5(1)

115 S Orange St, New Smyrna Beach, FL

One parent describes the staff as amazing and notes that their child loves attending the center. The reviewer expresses extreme satisfaction, stating they would give more stars if possible.

Amazing staffchild enjoymenthigh satisfaction

Knight'S Christian Academy INC

5(1)

310 Douglas St, New Smyrna Beach, FL

One parent describes Knight's Christian Academy as a blessing that provided a faith-based environment and solid educational foundation for their child. The reviewer highlights the smaller class sizes, which allow for individual attention, and notes that the program's hours are convenient for working families.

faith-based environmentsmaller class sizesindividual attention

Meadowwood Early Learning Center

5(1)

900 Meadow Wood St, New Smyrna Beach, FL

One parent describes MEADOWWOOD EARLY LEARNING CENTER as a great school with amazing staff. The single review provided expresses strong satisfaction with the program.

great schoolamazing staff

Ellison Acres Preschool

4(4)

2020 Lake Dr, New Smyrna Beach, FL

Feedback is mixed, with some parents highlighting the staff's warmth and strong academic preparation for kindergarten, while others report serious concerns regarding facility cleanliness, staff communication, and discriminatory practices toward children with disabilities.

loving and sweet teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartenwelcoming staff who treat families like family

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Daycare types in New Smyrna Beach

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 3

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Daycare Centers in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

There are 11 daycare centers in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in New Smyrna Beach have an average rating of 4.48 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 13 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in New Smyrna Beach, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in New Smyrna Beach

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C Kids Learning Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes C KIDS LEARNING ACADEMY INC. as a very caring place. This single review highlights a positive atmosphere for children.

caring environment
Address
312 N Duss St, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 424-1330
Cor Meth Day School
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the program's strong focus on child development and education, noting that facilities are immaculate and staff are caring and communicative. Reviewers report high satisfaction with their children's happiness and safety, describing the environment as a nurturing blessing for their families.

excellent communicationhigh-quality educationcaring staff
Address
201 S Peninsula Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 427-3561
First Friends Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the staff as amazing and notes that their child loves attending the center. The reviewer expresses extreme satisfaction, stating they would give more stars if possible.

Amazing staffchild enjoymenthigh satisfaction
Address
115 S Orange St, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 402-8981
Knight'S Christian Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Knight's Christian Academy as a blessing that provided a faith-based environment and solid educational foundation for their child. The reviewer highlights the smaller class sizes, which allow for individual attention, and notes that the program's hours are convenient for working families.

faith-based environmentsmaller class sizesindividual attention
Address
310 Douglas St, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 426-0800
Meadowwood Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes MEADOWWOOD EARLY LEARNING CENTER as a great school with amazing staff. The single review provided expresses strong satisfaction with the program.

great schoolamazing staff
Address
900 Meadow Wood St, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 423-7967
St Paul'S Episcopal Preschool
Church Daycare
5
Address
1650 Live Oak St, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 427-6977
Ellison Acres Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Feedback is mixed, with some parents highlighting the staff's warmth and strong academic preparation for kindergarten, while others report serious concerns regarding facility cleanliness, staff communication, and discriminatory practices toward children with disabilities.

loving and sweet teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartenwelcoming staff who treat families like family
Address
2020 Lake Dr, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 423-6790
First Smyrna Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2379 Pioneer Trl, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 409-5400
Chisholm Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
2.3

One parent reports concerns about the absence of children on the premises, while another describes gang activity surrounding the property.

Address
531 Mary Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 427-8131
Cross Creek After School Program
Church Daycare
Address
569 N Airport Rd, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 402-7857
Riviera Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
302 N Causeway, New Smyrna Beach, FL
Phone
(386) 424-9307

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Frequently asked questions

There are 11 all daycares in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in New Smyrna Beach have an average Google rating of 4.48 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in New Smyrna Beach, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Florida's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Florida)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
New Smyrna Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Florida typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in New Smyrna Beach for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in New Smyrna Beach must be licensed by Florida's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.