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352 Daycare Centers in Orlando, Florida

Browse all 352 daycare centers in Orlando, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Orlando

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    My First Steps
    4.8 score
    5(20)

    6440 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    My First Steps receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on their children's happiness and development. The center is noted for good hygiene practices, bilingual education, and strong support for children with special needs.

    Attentive and caring staffclean facilitieschildren happy to attendgood diaper care practices
  2. 2

    900 W Lancaster Rd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children

    La Petite Sunshine Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, safe environment and appreciate the strong communication and individualized attention from leadership, particularly Director Mrs. Desi. The facility is noted as fairly priced with good security measures.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitystrong leadership (Mrs. DesiMrs. Sonia)
  3. 3

    11333 Lake Underhill Rd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children

    Discovery Zone Preschool in Orlando receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Families praise the nurturing environment, caring and dedicated staff, and strong academic and social development of their children. Parents highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, and a family-like atmosphere.

    Caring and attentive teacherssafe and clean facilitiesstrong academic supportbilingual instruction
  4. 4

    882 W Kennedy Blvd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    Little Learners Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight the educational activities, daily photo updates via app, field trips, and the genuine care shown by owner Courtney and her team. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable developmental progress.

    Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilityeducational and engaging activitiesdaily photo updates through app
  5. 5
    Hyer Street Skool
    4.75 score
    5(15)

    407 N Hyer Ave, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

    Parents consistently praise Hyer Street Skool for its family-oriented atmosphere, loving and experienced staff, and long-term stability. The owner Michelle and her team are noted for building strong relationships with families, maintaining transparent communication, and providing age-appropriate education in a clean, welcoming environment. Multiple families have utilized the center for years and recommend it highly.

    Caring and experienced staff with high teacher retentionfamily-like environmentowner involvementtransparent communication about child development
  6. 6

    3099 Orange Center Blvd, Orlando, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 76 children

    These reviews are for a religious facility (Experience Christian Center) rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality of worship services, and leadership. The facility is noted for community outreach programs and professional staff.

    Friendly and welcoming communitycompassionate leadershipBible-based teachingsprofessional staff
  7. 7
    L T M Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    6500 Winegard Rd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for Life Transforming Ministries church, not a daycare center. Reviewers praise the church's spiritual teachings, community support, welcoming atmosphere, and well-organized events with food and entertainment.

    Spiritual growth and personal restorationcaring and loving staffstrong sense of communityengaging events and activities
  8. 8

    4900 Donovan St, Orlando, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 21 children

    The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare facility. They praise the worship experience, teaching, and welcoming community atmosphere, but do not contain information about childcare services or educational programs.

    Welcoming and friendly environmentquality worship and teachingspiritual growth opportunitiesgenuine community
  9. 9

    9145 Narcoossee Rd, Ste 108, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children

    Clayhouse Academy Lake Nona receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the staff's genuine care, nurturing environment, and strong parent communication. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and emotionally invested in attending. The center is noted for its cleanliness, curriculum quality, and frequent family events that build community.

    Caring and dedicated staffnurturing environmentstrong parent communicationclean facilities
  10. 10

    10275 Savannah Park Dr, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 219 children

    Cranium Academy of East Orlando receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who praise the dedicated staff, structured academic curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report that children are happy, engaged in learning, and treated as individuals. The school is noted for going beyond academics to develop confidence and social skills.

    Caring and patient teachersstrong educational curriculumbalanced academics and funengaging activities and special events

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Orlando based on parent reviews

My First Steps

5(20)

6440 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL

My First Steps receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on their children's happiness and development. The center is noted for good hygiene practices, bilingual education, and strong support for children with special needs.

Attentive and caring staffclean facilitieschildren happy to attend

La Petite Sunshine Academy, INC

5(20)

900 W Lancaster Rd, Orlando, FL

La Petite Sunshine Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, safe environment and appreciate the strong communication and individualized attention from leadership, particularly Director Mrs. Desi. The facility is noted as fairly priced with good security measures.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitystrong leadership (Mrs. Desi

Discovery Zone Preschool

5(20)

11333 Lake Underhill Rd, Orlando, FL

Discovery Zone Preschool in Orlando receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Families praise the nurturing environment, caring and dedicated staff, and strong academic and social development of their children. Parents highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, and a family-like atmosphere.

Caring and attentive teacherssafe and clean facilitiesstrong academic support

Little Learners Academy

5(18)

882 W Kennedy Blvd, Orlando, FL

Little Learners Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight the educational activities, daily photo updates via app, field trips, and the genuine care shown by owner Courtney and her team. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable developmental progress.

Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilityeducational and engaging activities

Hyer Street Skool

5(15)

407 N Hyer Ave, Orlando, FL

Parents consistently praise Hyer Street Skool for its family-oriented atmosphere, loving and experienced staff, and long-term stability. The owner Michelle and her team are noted for building strong relationships with families, maintaining transparent communication, and providing age-appropriate education in a clean, welcoming environment. Multiple families have utilized the center for years and recommend it highly.

Caring and experienced staff with high teacher retentionfamily-like environmentowner involvement

Little Rae'S Christian Center

5(13)

3099 Orange Center Blvd, Orlando, FL

These reviews are for a religious facility (Experience Christian Center) rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality of worship services, and leadership. The facility is noted for community outreach programs and professional staff.

Friendly and welcoming communitycompassionate leadershipBible-based teachings

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Daycare Centers in Orlando, Florida

There are 352 daycare centers in Orlando, Florida. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Orlando, 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 Orlando

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Faithful Hearts Learning Academy
Church Daycare
4
Address
1320 44th St, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 284-2812
Kings Kids Daycare And Learning Center
Church Daycare
4
Address
821 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 453-9189
The Tree House Educational Center, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The Tree House Educational Center receives consistently high praise from parents. They highlight the caring and professional staff, safe and clean environment, strong communication, and engaging activities. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show enthusiasm for learning.

Friendly and caring staffsafe environmentcleanliness
Address
1851 S Goldenrod Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 282-5158
Paigee'S Kidz Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

PAIGEE'S KIDZ ZONE receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the facility highly. The majority of reviews highlight engaged staff, clean environment, enrichment activities, and a caring owner, though two negative reviews cite poor customer service, cleanliness concerns, and alleged lack of patience with children.

Engaging and caring staffclean facilitynutritious meals provided
Address
6209 All American Blvd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 297-1880
Augustina Academy INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Augustina Academy Inc receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the clean facility, professional staff, and family-oriented environment suitable for infants and toddlers. However, one parent reported significant concerns including poor professionalism, lack of air conditioning, and alleged mistreatment of children by staff member Cynthia.

clean facilityrespectful and professional stafffamily-oriented environment
Address
1307 N Pine Hills Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 521-9819
First Step Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

First Step Kids Academy in Orlando receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight caring, attentive staff who treat children as their own, a clean and family-oriented environment, and strong educational programming. Parents report children are happy, safe, and thriving.

Caring and nurturing staffclean facilitiesreasonable pricing
Address
2876 S Alafaya Trl, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 340-6782
Hand N Hand Child Enrichment Center, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Hand n Hand Child Enrichment Center for its nurturing, family-oriented environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Staff members are described as caring, professional, and deeply invested in each child's development. The facility is noted for strong leadership, cleanliness, safety protocols, and enrichment activities that accelerate learning.

Loving and nurturing environmentdedicated and caring staffstrong VPK program
Address
6225 Hazeltine National Dr, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 859-6635
Kiddie Life
Church Daycare
3.9

Kiddie Life is a religious preschool facility in Orlando with mostly positive reviews praising staff warmth, child development, and learning environment. However, recent reviews highlight serious concerns about billing/accounting issues with multiple director changes and allegations of inadequate snack provision and poor child treatment.

Caring and supportive staffdevelopmental progress (walkingspeech
Address
7468 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(321) 200-6485
Raising Angels Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Raising Angels Child Development Center in Orlando receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting caring, professional staff, clean facilities, and a family-oriented environment where children thrive and enjoy attending.

Professional and hands-on teacherswarm and loving classroom environmentclean and safe facilities
Address
1720 S Rio Grande Ave, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 316-0090
Kiddie U
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Kiddie U for its caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. The facility is noted for strong leadership, excellent security measures, cleanliness, and structured curriculum with regular parent communication. All reviewers reported highly positive experiences with their children's learning, growth, and emotional well-being.

Responsive and professional director (Ms. ElsieMs. Jamon)Caring and attentive teachers
Address
7666 Wallace Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 345-5550
Orlando Children'S Academy LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
1555 Americana Blvd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(321) 663-6569
East Orange Head Start
Headstart Programs
3.8

East Orange Head Start receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the learning environment, friendly staff, and quality of the free program. However, several parents report significant administrative issues including poor communication, unresponsive staff, and difficult application processes.

Good learning environmentfriendly and attentive stafffree program
Address
12050 E Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 254-9713
Our Future Leaders Of Tomorrow Learning Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Our Future Leaders of Tomorrow Learning Center in Orlando receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care and learning environment, though two low ratings cite concerns about staff involvement in parental disputes and customer service issues.

Caring and thoughtful staffchild enthusiasm for attendingpositive learning environment
Address
724 N Hastings St, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 270-6519
Peter Pan Child Care Center
Church Daycare
3.7
Address
1602 Bruton Blvd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 293-3492
Sunchild Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Sunchild Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with children reported as happy, engaged, and thriving. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, personalized attention to individual needs, and strong curriculum. The facility maintains low staff turnover and offers convenient programs including VPK and aftercare options.

Caring and professional stafflow staff turnoverchildren happy and engaged
Address
13740 Town Loop Blvd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 857-2100
Advanced Beginnings Childcare Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
406 E Amelia St, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 650-0210
Callahan Headstart
Headstart Programs
3.7
Address
101 N Parramore Ave, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 245-0910
Kclc At Orlando
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parents consistently praise KCLC at Orlando for its caring, experienced staff and strong leadership under Director Ruth. Children thrive emotionally and developmentally, with parents appreciating daily communication, secure facilities, and a family-like atmosphere. Multiple reviews mention staff going above and beyond, including emergency medical response.

Caring and patient stafflow staff turnoverstrong leadership
Address
7113 Wallace Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 226-0646
Future Leaders Child Care Development Center
Church Daycare
3.7

Future Leaders Child Care Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff and learning environment. However, one parent raised concerns about staff involvement in personal custody matters affecting access to their child. One additional negative review lacked detail.

caring and loving staffchild enthusiasm about attendingstrong early childhood development instruction
Address
1733 Mercy Dr, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 522-1052
Little Achievers Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1440 N Pine Hills Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 745-5009
Step N 2 Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

STEP N 2 Learning Academy receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Positive reviews praise the staff, cleanliness, and quality care, while negative reviews cite serious concerns including pest infestation, inadequate teacher-to-student ratios, unpaid staff, poor nutrition, and dishonest owner behavior.

friendly and caring staffclean facilitycomprehensive meal program (breakfast
Address
6848 Silver Star Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 802-2666
Merriday School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.6

Merriday School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with particular praise for staff stability, nurturing care, and family-like atmosphere. However, two negative reviews cite organizational issues, staff communication problems, and concerns about infant care practices.

Long-termexperienced staff with minimal turnoverloving and nurturing care
Address
2600 E Jackson St, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 894-8401
Pine Hills Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3.6
Address
6408 Jennings Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 254-9112
Superstar'S Academy Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
422 S Parramore Ave, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 692-0801
Sweet Dreams Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Sweet Dreams Child Care Inc. receives consistently positive feedback from parents across all 10 reviews (all 5-star ratings). Parents praise the caring staff, comfortable environment, bilingual education, healthy meals, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple reviewers emphasize feeling their children are treated like family and report noticeable progress in their children's adjustment, speech, and learning.

caring and loving staffclean facilitychild comf
Address
7230 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 253-9056
Today'S Kids Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Today's Kids Day Care Center receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the positive learning environment, quality teachers, and variety of services offered. However, some parents report serious concerns about unprofessional customer service, unsafe practices, and inappropriate staff behavior.

Positive learning environmentquality teachersgreat service
Address
2625 N Hiawassee Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 578-3870
Coalition For The Homeless Of Central Florida INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

This facility is a homeless services center, not a daycare. Reviews are mixed, with praise for compassionate staff members like Mallory G., Alamaria, and volunteers, but significant complaints about communication barriers, inconsistent service quality, and some staff rudeness toward clients in crisis.

Compassionate and dedicated case managersbilingual staff availableclean and organized facility
Address
639 W Central Blvd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 426-1262
El Bethel Christian Academy
Church Daycare
3.5
Address
3000 Bruton Blvd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 648-1978
Sea Shells Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
1021 N Pine Hills Rd, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 294-7359
Little Miracles Academy II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
2514 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 930-0667

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Frequently asked questions

There are 352 all daycares in Orlando, Florida. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Orlando, 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
Orlando offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 273 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 10 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 63 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 6 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 Orlando for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Orlando 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.