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15 Daycare Centers in Venice, Florida

Browse all 15 daycare centers in Venice, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Venice

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
    Christ Methodist Child Development Center
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1475 Center Rd, Venice, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 40 children

    Christ Methodist Child Development Center is a religious facility in Venice, Florida with a 4.7/5 Google rating. All available reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere. Reviews focus primarily on worship services and church fellowship rather than childcare-specific experiences.

    Welcoming and friendly communitystrong pastoral leadershipquality Bible study and teachingmoving worship experiences
  2. 2
    Lakeside Lutheran Church Day Care
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    2401 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 199 children

    Lakeside Lutheran Church Day Care receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight a welcoming, warm environment with strong spiritual teaching and community involvement. Staff are described as friendly and accommodating.

    Welcoming and warm atmosphereknowledgeable pastorstrong faith-based teachingfriendly staff
  3. 3
    Children First @ Our Mother'S House
    3.86 score
    3.8(12)

    405 Manatee Court, Venice, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 16 children

    Our Mother's House is a supportive residential program for single mothers and their children in Venice, Florida. Most reviewers praise the comprehensive support including free childcare, housing assistance, counseling, educational opportunities, and case worker support. However, some residents report challenges with strict rules, inconsistent case worker compassion, interpersonal conflicts among residents, and inflexible enforcement of program requirements.

    Free chil
  4. 4
    Toy Box Preschool
    3.71 score
    3.5(7)

    320 Mccall Rd N, Venice, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 87 children

    Toy Box Preschool in Venice, Florida receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and director Brittany. However, two parents reported serious concerns including alleged improper expulsion practices and claims of inadequate child care and illegal discipline.

    Caring and cheerful teachersengaging curriculumattentive director (Brittany)children are happy
  5. 5
    Happy Hearts Early Learning Center
    3.03 score
    2.7(15)

    620 Shamrock Blvd, Venice, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 67 children

    Happy Hearts Early Learning Center has received highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise recent management changes, cleanliness, nutritious meals, and knowledgeable staff with affordable pricing. However, negative reviews raise serious safety and supervision concerns, including inadequate facility security, children left unattended, unexplained injuries, harsh treatment by staff, and high teacher turnover.

    Clean facilitycaring and knowledgeable staffexpe

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Venice based on parent reviews

Christ Methodist Child Development Center

4.7(20)

1475 Center Rd, Venice, FL

Christ Methodist Child Development Center is a religious facility in Venice, Florida with a 4.7/5 Google rating. All available reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere. Reviews focus primarily on worship services and church fellowship rather than childcare-specific experiences.

Welcoming and friendly communitystrong pastoral leadershipquality Bible study and teaching

Lakeside Lutheran Church Day Care

4.7(20)

2401 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL

Lakeside Lutheran Church Day Care receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight a welcoming, warm environment with strong spiritual teaching and community involvement. Staff are described as friendly and accommodating.

Welcoming and warm atmosphereknowledgeable pastorstrong faith-based teaching

South County Family Y M C A Childcare

5(2)

701 Center Rd, Venice, FL

Sonshine Learning Center

4.5(4)

351 Orange Rd, Venice, FL

Grace United Methodist Preschool

4.2(2)

400 E Field Ave, Venice, FL

Academy Of Creative Learning

3.7(2)

1602 Banyan Drive, Venice, FL

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Daycare Centers in Venice, Florida

There are 15 daycare centers in Venice, 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 Venice, 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 Venice

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South County Family Y M C A Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
701 Center Rd, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Christ Methodist Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.7

Christ Methodist Child Development Center is a religious facility in Venice, Florida with a 4.7/5 Google rating. All available reviews are 5-star ratings praising the church community, pastoral leadership, and welcoming atmosphere. Reviews focus primarily on worship services and church fellowship rather than childcare-specific experiences.

Welcoming and friendly communitystrong pastoral leadershipquality Bible study and teaching
Address
1475 Center Rd, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Lakeside Lutheran Church Day Care
Church Daycare
4.7

Lakeside Lutheran Church Day Care receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviews highlight a welcoming, warm environment with strong spiritual teaching and community involvement. Staff are described as friendly and accommodating.

Welcoming and warm atmosphereknowledgeable pastorstrong faith-based teaching
Address
2401 S Tamiami Trail, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sonshine Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.5
Address
351 Orange Rd, Venice, FL
Phone
(941) 493-9938
Grace United Methodist Preschool
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
400 E Field Ave, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children First @ Our Mother'S House
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Our Mother's House is a supportive residential program for single mothers and their children in Venice, Florida. Most reviewers praise the comprehensive support including free childcare, housing assistance, counseling, educational opportunities, and case worker support. However, some residents report challenges with strict rules, inconsistent case worker compassion, interpersonal conflicts among residents, and inflexible enforcement of program requirements.

Free chil
Address
405 Manatee Court, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Academy Of Creative Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7
Address
1602 Banyan Drive, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St Mark'S Preschool
Church Daycare
3.7
Address
508 Riviera St, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Toy Box Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Toy Box Preschool in Venice, Florida receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and director Brittany. However, two parents reported serious concerns including alleged improper expulsion practices and claims of inadequate child care and illegal discipline.

Caring and cheerful teachersengaging curriculumattentive director (Brittany)
Address
320 Mccall Rd N, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Shamrock Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2
Address
3064 Shamrock Dr, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Happy Hearts Early Learning Center
Church Daycare
2.7

Happy Hearts Early Learning Center has received highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise recent management changes, cleanliness, nutritious meals, and knowledgeable staff with affordable pricing. However, negative reviews raise serious safety and supervision concerns, including inadequate facility security, children left unattended, unexplained injuries, harsh treatment by staff, and high teacher turnover.

Clean facilitycaring and knowledgeable staffexpe
Address
620 Shamrock Blvd, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children First @ Venice
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
800 Gulf Coast Blvd, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Venice Church Of The Nazarene
Church Daycare

Parents consistently praise Venice Church of the Nazarene as a welcoming, Christ-centered community with caring staff and comprehensive programs for children and families. The daycare receives high marks for quality instruction, safe facilities, and fostering both academic success and social development in children.

Welcoming and caring staffChristian environmentquality teachers and instruction
Address
1535 E Venice Ave, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Venice Christian School, Private School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1200 Center Rd, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Island Village Montessori Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2001 Pinebrook Rd, Venice, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 15 all daycares in Venice, Florida. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Venice, 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
Venice offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Church 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 Venice for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Venice 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.