Best Daycare Centers in Palatka, FL
Compare 13 daycare centers in Palatka. Average rating: 4.39/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Palatka, Florida at a glance
- Daycares
- 13
- Avg rating
- 4.39/5
- Parent reviews
- 60
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 4
Palatka has 13 licensed daycares with 60 parent reviews averaging 4.39/5.The largest concentration is in 32177 with 13 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Palatka
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.
- 1Children'S World4.64 score4.8(20)
1206 Moseley Ave, Palatka, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children
Children's World in Palatka receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the safe, nurturing environment, quality education, and caring staff who treat children like family. Ms. Tammie, the owner, is frequently highlighted for her leadership and personal attention to children's needs.
Safe environmentquality educationcaring and patient stafffamily-oriented atmosphere - 2First Baptist Preschool4.53 score4.7(15)
212 S 5th St, Palatka, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 70 children
First Baptist Preschool in Palatka is a religious facility with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, and quality facilities. The preschool and kindergarten programs operate during weekdays alongside church activities.
welcoming communityfriendly staffnice peoplenew facilities - 3Academy Of Rising Stars INC4.22 score4.4(6)
314 N Highway 17, Palatka, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 123 children
Academy of Rising Stars receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facility, caring staff, age-appropriate activities, and good communication. However, one parent had a negative experience regarding pricing and reported being dismissed due to their child's ADHD diagnosis.
Clean facilitycaring and friendly staffage-appropriate lesson planssecure environment - 4Round Lake Academy LLC4.07 score4.1(12)
3800 Crill Ave, Palatka, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 215 children
Round Lake Academy LLC in Palatka receives consistently positive feedback from parents and guardians. Reviews highlight professional and caring staff, strong communication, excellent facility conditions, and personalized attention to children's needs. Parents report their children are happy and thriving in this family-oriented environment.
Professional and caring staffstrong parent-teacher communicationcompetitive pricingsafe environment
Rating Distribution
Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Palatka
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Palatka, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Palatka zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32177 | 13 | 4.39 | 4 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Palatka (40–215 children)
Small
up to 30 children
0
Medium
31–75 children
6
Large
76–150 children
4
Very Large
150+ children
3
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Palatka based on parent reviews
Children'S World
1206 Moseley Ave, Palatka, FL
Children's World in Palatka receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the safe, nurturing environment, quality education, and caring staff who treat children like family. Ms. Tammie, the owner, is frequently highlighted for her leadership and personal attention to children's needs.
First Baptist Preschool
212 S 5th St, Palatka, FL
First Baptist Preschool in Palatka is a religious facility with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, and quality facilities. The preschool and kindergarten programs operate during weekdays alongside church activities.
Green Gables Day School
3420 Saint Johns Ave, Palatka, FL
Parents highlight the staff's caring nature and strong communication, noting that the facility provides a peaceful, home-like environment. One reviewer specifically appreciates the added convenience of school pickup services for older children.
A Child'S Castle Christian Learning Center
4115 Crill Ave, Palatka, FL
One parent highlights the happy and content demeanor of their grandchild, while another long-term family praises the staff's kindness and the pleasant environment for their daughter over many years. Both reviewers highly recommend the center for its caring staff and welcoming atmosphere.
Academy Of Rising Stars INC
314 N Highway 17, Palatka, FL
Academy of Rising Stars receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facility, caring staff, age-appropriate activities, and good communication. However, one parent had a negative experience regarding pricing and reported being dismissed due to their child's ADHD diagnosis.
Round Lake Academy LLC
3800 Crill Ave, Palatka, FL
Round Lake Academy LLC in Palatka receives consistently positive feedback from parents and guardians. Reviews highlight professional and caring staff, strong communication, excellent facility conditions, and personalized attention to children's needs. Parents report their children are happy and thriving in this family-oriented environment.
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Daycare Centers in Palatka, Florida
There are 13 daycare centers in Palatka, 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 Palatka have an average rating of 4.39 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Palatka, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents highlight the staff's caring nature and strong communication, noting that the facility provides a peaceful, home-like environment. One reviewer specifically appreciates the added convenience of school pickup services for older children.
- Address
- 3420 Saint Johns Ave, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 328-1055
One parent highlights the happy and content demeanor of their grandchild, while another long-term family praises the staff's kindness and the pleasant environment for their daughter over many years. Both reviewers highly recommend the center for its caring staff and welcoming atmosphere.
- Address
- 4115 Crill Ave, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 326-3811
Children's World in Palatka receives consistently excellent reviews with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the safe, nurturing environment, quality education, and caring staff who treat children like family. Ms. Tammie, the owner, is frequently highlighted for her leadership and personal attention to children's needs.
- Address
- 1206 Moseley Ave, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 325-5155
First Baptist Preschool in Palatka is a religious facility with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Parents praise the welcoming community, friendly staff, and quality facilities. The preschool and kindergarten programs operate during weekdays alongside church activities.
- Address
- 212 S 5th St, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 325-1363
Academy of Rising Stars receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facility, caring staff, age-appropriate activities, and good communication. However, one parent had a negative experience regarding pricing and reported being dismissed due to their child's ADHD diagnosis.
- Address
- 314 N Highway 17, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 328-6448
One parent describes Mrs. Ann as a blessing, highlighting positive staff interactions. No specific operational details or complaints are provided in the limited feedback available.
- Address
- 405 Pine Street, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 326-1611
Round Lake Academy LLC in Palatka receives consistently positive feedback from parents and guardians. Reviews highlight professional and caring staff, strong communication, excellent facility conditions, and personalized attention to children's needs. Parents report their children are happy and thriving in this family-oriented environment.
- Address
- 3800 Crill Ave, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 328-0808
One parent highly recommends the center for its stability and educational outcomes, noting that consistent staff allowed their child to learn significantly over four years. In contrast, another parent describes the facility as horrible, citing rude and lazy staff, and reports a serious safety incident where their child was left behind by the school bus.
- Address
- 400 Hwy 19 North, Suite 45, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 329-9614
- Address
- 1210 Saint Johns Ave, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 325-1818
- Address
- 108 N 15th St, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 385-3003
- Address
- 3111 Saint Johns Ave, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 325-0951
- Address
- 1200 Old Jacksonville Rd, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 312-2240
- Address
- 110 Peniel Church Rd, Palatka, FL
- Phone
- (386) 328-1707
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
- Church Daycare — 3 facilities