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323 Daycare Centers in Tampa, Florida

Browse all 323 daycare centers in Tampa, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tampa

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
    Master Academy
    4.76 score
    5(16)

    14515 Bruce B Downs Boulevard, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children

    Master Academy is a martial arts-focused after-school and summer program in Tampa with 100% five-star reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, character development, academic support, and family-like atmosphere. Children show significant progress in Taekwondo skills, behavior, and confidence.

    Experienced and passionate instructors (Grand Master Anthony ClarkMs. Lee)strong character and discipline buildinghomework help and academic focus
  2. 2

    3809 W. Fig Street, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 88 children

    Park A Tot Day Care Center has earned perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the owners Mike and Olivia for their compassionate care and family-like atmosphere. Many families have multi-generational connections to the center, with parents who attended as children now enrolling their own kids. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, attentive staff, and the center's ability to make children feel safe and at home.

    Compassionate and caring owners (Mike and Olivia)family-oriented atmospherestaff treats children like their ownsafe environment
  3. 3

    9714 North Boulevard, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    Forest Hills Learning Academy receives consistent 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress. The school is noted for strong teacher-child relationships, safety measures, and regular parent communication.

    Caring and dedicated staffindividual attention to each childbilingual teacherssafe environment with security measures
  4. 4
    Pinocchio'S Learning Land
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    3303 W. St Louis Street, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Pinocchio's Learning Land receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's dedication, professionalism, and genuine care for children. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas, with children consistently expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is described as clean, safe, and creating a warm, family-like learning environment.

    Loving and patient teachersstaff professionalismchildren's academic progresschildren's social and emotional development
  5. 5

    4423 Kelly Road, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 74 children

    Alphabet Learning Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving both academically and socially. The center is credited with maintaining high-quality care and professionalism under current leadership.

    Caring and patient teacherssmall class sizesclean facilitiesengaging educational and creative activities
  6. 6

    709 W. Linebaugh Avenue, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

    Forest Hills Presbyterian Learning Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight individual teachers for their dedication, personal attention to children, and ability to foster learning and development. The center is described as safe, well-organized, and family-oriented with engaging activities and strong communication with parents.

    Caring and qualified staffpersonalized attention to each childsafe environment with security measuresbilingual teachers available
  7. 7

    6333 Memorial Hwy, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    Little House Kinder Learning Center in Tampa receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the caring, professional staff, safe environment, and strong communication through daily photos and updates. Children show emotional and social growth, and families report high satisfaction with both childcare and after-school programs.

    Caring and attentive staffsafe and nurturing environmentstrong child developmentexcellent communication with parents
  8. 8

    4108 E. Ellicott Street, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 26 children

    Kidz In Play Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, family-like environment and caring staff. Parents report their children are excited to attend, engaged in activities, and developing new skills. The facility is noted for being welcoming, organized, and making both children and parents feel at ease.

    Warm and friendly environmentcaring and patient staffhome-like atmospherechildren excited to attend
  9. 9
    Little Big World 2
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    4201 E. Osborne Avenue, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 36 children

    Little Big World 2 is a small, family-oriented daycare center in Tampa with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the warm, welcoming environment, caring staff, and home-like atmosphere where children are excited to attend. The facility offers enriching activities and creative projects while providing reassuring, attentive care.

    Warm and friendly environmentwelcoming staffchildren excited to attendhome-like feel
  10. 10
    Just For Tots Academy
    4.65 score
    4.9(13)

    4417 N. Lois Avenue, Tampa, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 126 children

    Just For Tots Academy in Tampa receives consistently high praise from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the caring, professional staff, home-like environment, and strong child development outcomes including language learning and potty training success.

    Caring and professional staffhome-like atmospherehands-on ownersquick child adjustment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Tampa based on parent reviews

Master Academy

5(16)

14515 Bruce B Downs Boulevard, Tampa, FL

Master Academy is a martial arts-focused after-school and summer program in Tampa with 100% five-star reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, character development, academic support, and family-like atmosphere. Children show significant progress in Taekwondo skills, behavior, and confidence.

Experienced and passionate instructors (Grand Master Anthony ClarkMs. Lee)strong character and discipline building

Park A Tot Day Care Center

5(13)

3809 W. Fig Street, Tampa, FL

Park A Tot Day Care Center has earned perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the owners Mike and Olivia for their compassionate care and family-like atmosphere. Many families have multi-generational connections to the center, with parents who attended as children now enrolling their own kids. Parents highlight the welcoming environment, attentive staff, and the center's ability to make children feel safe and at home.

Compassionate and caring owners (Mike and Olivia)family-oriented atmospherestaff treats children like their own

Forest Hills Learning Academy

4.9(20)

9714 North Boulevard, Tampa, FL

Forest Hills Learning Academy receives consistent 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing learning environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress. The school is noted for strong teacher-child relationships, safety measures, and regular parent communication.

Caring and dedicated staffindividual attention to each childbilingual teachers

Pinocchio'S Learning Land

4.9(20)

3303 W. St Louis Street, Tampa, FL

Pinocchio's Learning Land receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's dedication, professionalism, and genuine care for children. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, social, and emotional areas, with children consistently expressing enthusiasm about attending. The facility is described as clean, safe, and creating a warm, family-like learning environment.

Loving and patient teachersstaff professionalismchildren's academic progress

Alphabet Learning Center INC.

4.9(20)

4423 Kelly Road, Tampa, FL

Alphabet Learning Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and thriving both academically and socially. The center is credited with maintaining high-quality care and professionalism under current leadership.

Caring and patient teacherssmall class sizesclean facilities

Forest Hills Presbyterian Learning Center

4.9(20)

709 W. Linebaugh Avenue, Tampa, FL

Forest Hills Presbyterian Learning Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight individual teachers for their dedication, personal attention to children, and ability to foster learning and development. The center is described as safe, well-organized, and family-oriented with engaging activities and strong communication with parents.

Caring and qualified staffpersonalized attention to each childsafe environment with security measures

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Daycare Centers in Tampa, Florida

There are 323 daycare centers in Tampa, 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 Tampa, 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 Tampa

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Oak Grove United Methodist School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews praise Oak Grove United Methodist School as a welcoming community-oriented facility with beautiful grounds and nice staff. Parents appreciate the family atmosphere and community involvement opportunities. Note: Most reviews appear to reference the church facility rather than daycare services specifically.

Loving and welcoming staffbeautiful groundsfamily atmosphere
Address
2707 W. Waters Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sky High Learning Academy, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Sky High Learning Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents highlighting caring staff, good learning environment, and welcoming atmosphere, but serious concerns from others regarding staff conduct, management responsiveness, bus driver behavior, and facility cleanliness.

caring and loving staffgood learning environmentwelcoming atmosphere
Address
7912 N. Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Academy Of Tampa D/B/A Kids Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Academy of Kids Corner in Tampa receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring teachers, clean facilities, affordable pricing, and positive developmental outcomes. However, several serious concerns have been raised about staff conduct, including reported instances of physical discipline and poor hygiene practices.

Affordable pricingclean and organized classroomscaring and passionate teachers
Address
5511 N. 40th Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Citigroup Family Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
3701 Queen Palm Drive, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Seaborn Day School Beach Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Seaborn Day School Beach Park receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, strong academic preparation, and warm family atmosphere, though some parents note facility concerns and inconsistent care quality across age groups. The director Mrs. Worthy and teaching staff are frequently highlighted for going above and beyond, with many families returning for multiple children over years.

caring and attentive staffstrong academic preparation for kindergartenwarm welcoming environment
Address
4101 W. Estrella Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Step Ahead Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Step Ahead Academy receives unanimous praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff care, cleanliness, and safety standards. Parents consistently report that children are happy, engaged in learning, and develop meaningful relationships with teachers. The facility is noted for following COVID-19 guidelines and providing strong communication with families.

Caring and professional staffclean facilitychild safety and health protocols
Address
308 E. 124th Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Smart Starts At St. John
Church Daycare
4
Address
2418 W. Swann Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 514-0659
Wright'S Wonderland II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
7815 Tidewater Trail, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 635-0077
Wright'S Wonderland Of Learning Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
812 S. Maydell Drive, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 621-2838
Ybor Early Childhood Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2003 N. 36th Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 248-8441
North Tampa Community Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
4

North Tampa Community Head Start Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teachers and care provided. However, one parent reported a negative phone experience with staff. The majority of reviews highlight good hygiene, security, and friendly treatment of both children and parents.

Great teachersgood hygiene and securityfriendly staff
Address
14013 N. 22nd Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
See Saw Junction Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

See Saw Junction Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff and owners. Most parents report satisfaction with the facility's care, teaching, and food quality, though one parent expressed concerns about lack of learning activities and staff responsiveness to parent feedback.

caring and patient teacherspolite and respectful ownersprovides meals and snacks
Address
6812 N. Dixon Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Achievement Center For Early Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Achievement Center for Early Learning, highlighting excellent staff, strong communication, and a clean, well-organized facility. Many note recent improvements under new management and report their children are happy and engaged. The director receives particular commendation for her dedication and care.

Friendly and professional staffattentive teachersstrong parent-teacher communication
Address
5714 S. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Beach Park Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1509 S. Clark Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Palma Ceia Academy, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Palma Ceia Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring, long-tenured staff who create a family-like environment. Parents report their children show academic progress, enthusiasm about attending, and strong emotional connections to teachers. The facility is described as a trusted neighborhood institution with a decades-long track record of quality care.

Caring and nurturing staff with high longevity (many over 20 years)children excited to attend and show affection to teachersvaried daily activities and learning opportunities
Address
4230 Henderson Boulevard, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Harvest Time Christian School
Church Daycare
3.9

Harvest Time Christian School receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight caring, dedicated staff and a nurturing learning environment. Parents emphasize strong communication, clean facilities, engaging activities, and Christian values. Multiple parents specifically commended individual teachers for their patience and commitment to student growth and success.

Caring and patient staffdedicated teachersclear communication
Address
1511 U S 301 South, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 626-4600
Harvest Time Child Development Center
Church Daycare
3.9

Harvest Time Child Development Center in Tampa receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring and dedicated staff. Parents highlight strong communication, a clean environment, Christian values, and individualized attention to each child's growth and development. The facility offers diverse programming including daycare, VPK, preschool, summer camp, and after-school activities.

Caring and patient staffclear communicationclean environment
Address
1511 S. Us 301, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 626-4600
Family Loving Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Family Loving Care in Tampa receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, safe environment, and bilingual education opportunities. Parents report their children are happy, well-fed, and comfortable in the center's care. The facility is noted for cleanliness, affordability, and professional staff who genuinely care about the children.

caring and loving staffsafe environmentbilingual learning (Spanish)
Address
9912 Myrtle Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Play 'N' Learn Children'S Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Play 'N' Learn has mostly positive reviews praising staff affection, child development progress (particularly potty training), and happy children. However, there are serious complaints about staff unprofessionalism, child safety concerns, and enrollment requirement discrepancies not disclosed online.

Staff are caring and attentionatechildren are happypotty training success
Address
14706 N. Boulevard, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Carrollwood Village Kindergarten & Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents overwhelmingly praise Carrollwood Village Kindergarten & Day Nursery as a family-owned, small daycare with caring, attentive staff who know children individually. Reviewers highlight the personalized attention, responsive communication, and warm atmosphere that contrasts favorably with larger chain facilities. All recent reviews are 5 stars except one 4-star review.

caring and attentive stafffamily-oriented atmospheresmall class sizes with consistent teachers
Address
4405 Ehrlich Road, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids' Rainbow Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Kids' Rainbow Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, bilingual Spanish-English environment, and family-like treatment of children. Negative reviews cite poor communication, rough handling of children, inadequate meals, and unresponsive phone lines.

caring and loving staffbilingual Spanish-English instructionfamily-like treatment
Address
4124 W. Waters Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bayshore Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Bayshore Christian School receives mostly positive reviews praising its learning environment, caring staff, and Christian community values. However, several serious concerns have been raised including poor communication during admissions, allegations of gender-based favoritism, and past incidents involving teacher misconduct and security issues.

Quality educationcaring and professional staffsupportive environment
Address
3909 S. Macdill Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
A Learning Space Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

A LEARNING SPACE ACADEMY is a nonprofit organization in Tampa that appears to serve youth mentorship, job training, and support programs rather than traditional daycare. Most reviews are highly positive, praising staff mentors and life-changing opportunities, though one negative review raises concerns about professionalism and accountability.

Dedicated and helpful staff memberspersonalized support (resume buildingmentoring)
Address
7402 N. 56th Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids Corner Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents overwhelmingly praise Kids Corner Academy for its caring, attentive staff and safe, nurturing environment. Children reportedly enjoy daily activities, learning, and individualized attention, with some families traveling across town to attend. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.

Kind and caring staffsafe environmentchild happiness
Address
3401 W Columbus Drive, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Step One Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Step One Incorporated receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring, dedicated staff, strong academic curriculum, and low turnover, with children reportedly happy and engaged. However, several parents report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, unprofessional behavior from ownership, poor hygiene practices, and lack of flexibility when behavioral issues arise.

Caring and attentive staffbilingual teachersstrong academic instruction
Address
11602 Henderson Rd, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 960-7300
Kids Zone Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise Kids Zone Learning Center for its caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff led by Ms. Kathy. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the cleanliness, reasonable pricing, flexible hours, and long-term relationships built with staff members.

Caring and professional staffwarm and welcoming environmentclean facility
Address
6432 W. Linebaugh Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 961-5550
Little Steps Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8
Address
1235 E Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 631-9229
Academy Of Tampa D/B/A/ Wee Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Wee Care received mixed reviews, with parents praising the facility's cleanliness, caring staff, and child development under previous director Mrs. Rashonda. However, recent reviews indicate serious concerns following management changes, including alleged staff misconduct, inadequate supervision, poor communication, and hygiene issues.

Clean and well-organized environmentcaring and respectful staffstrong child development in speaking and grammar skills
Address
1823 E. 142nd Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 972-1242
Maya Netpark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise MAYA NETPARK PRESCHOOL (referred to as STEAM in reviews) for caring, attentive staff who build strong relationships with children. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress, improved behavior, and children who are excited to attend daily. The facility is noted for responsive communication, accommodating policies, and a warm, welcoming environment.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong child development and academic progresschildren eager to attend
Address
5015 N. 56th Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Orient Road Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Orient Road Child Development Center has highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the teaching staff for being caring, attentive, and professional, with children showing strong attachment to teachers. However, several serious safety incidents and administrative/billing problems have led to strongly negative reviews.

caring and attentive teacherschildren bond well with staffchildren learn kindergarten-readiness skills
Address
5708 Orient Road, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 323 all daycares in Tampa, Florida. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Tampa, 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
Tampa offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 273 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 12 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 31 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Tampa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Tampa 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.