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6,929 Daycare Centers in Florida

Browse 6,929 daycare centers across Florida. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in Florida

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in Florida can make the decision-making process smoother.

Florida has about 6,929 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in Florida. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in Florida

There are 6,929 daycares in Florida: 312 headstart facilities, 370 before/after school centers, 1,099 religious facility daycares, and 5,148 childcare and preschool centers.

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Spacecoast Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

SPACECOAST EARLY LEARNING CENTER receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the small, personal environment, staff kindness, and developmental support. However, some parents report serious concerns including lack of communication, safety issues with unexplained bruises, unprofessional handling of parent concerns, and dismissive ownership.

Smallpersonal environmentkind and attentive staff
Address
444 N Dixie Ave, Titusville, FL
Phone
(321) 383-8735
Little Saints Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Saints Child Care receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the dedicated staff, safe environment, and educational focus. The facility is noted as expensive but worth the cost for quality care. One negative review mentions billing disputes and staff issues.

Loyal and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentstrong emphasis on values and life skills
Address
2179 Emerson St, Jacksonville, FL
Phone
(904) 346-1255
Little Wise Kids Early Learning Center Pllc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Little Wise Kids Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents for attentive, caring staff and strong communication. Parents highlight the director and teachers' dedication to child safety, learning, and individual attention, with many noting their children are happy, engaged, and developing well.

Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverstrong communication with parents (daily app updates and photos)
Address
5571 Playa Way, Jacksonville, FL
Phone
(904) 745-0250
Christian Child Center Of Wekiva Presbyterian Church
Church Daycare
4.2

Parents praise the Christian Child Center for its warm, welcoming community environment and high-quality educational programs. Teachers are described as dedicated and genuinely invested in student success. One parent criticized the former pastor's interpersonal approach, though most reviews focus positively on the church and preschool experience.

Engaging learning environmentdedicated and caring teachersstrong community involvement
Address
211 Wekiva Springs Ln, Longwood, FL
Phone
(407) 862-8445
Tadpoles Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents highlight the center's open schedule during major holidays and its strong, personalized communication with families. Reviewers also appreciate the accommodating staff and the positive impact on their children's progress.

open during holidaysstrong communicationpersonalized care
Address
212 N Apopka Ave, Inverness, FL
Phone
(352) 560-4222
Doorway To Learning Enrichment
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Doorway to Learning for its warm, nurturing environment and caring staff. The facility is described as clean, organized, and affordable, with children enjoying their daily experience. Multiple reviews highlight the owner Ms. Cindy's dedication and the staff's attentiveness to children's development and safety.

caring and patient staffclean and organized facilityaffordable rates
Address
1070 Emerson Dr Ne, Palm Bay, FL
Phone
(321) 725-1166
Dream Builders Greatness Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

A few parents highlight the staff's affectionate care and the positive experience for toddlers, with one noting the center feels like a supportive village. However, a separate review warns that facility pictures may be inaccurate and registration fees are non-refundable.

Staff treats children like their ownrespectful to parentsgood for toddlers
Address
611 Miccosukee Rd, Tallahassee, FL
Phone
(850) 692-3154
Wee Care, Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Wee Care, Too receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the staff's care, attention, and nurturing environment. However, two detailed negative reviews describe serious concerns including facility maintenance issues, pest control problems, poor handling of a child safety concern, and inadequate communication when resolving disputes.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and nurturing environmentchildren's learning and development
Address
2665 Sw Windchime Pl, Lake City, FL
Phone
(386) 755-8755
Munchkinland Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Munchkinland Child Care Center in Cocoa, Florida receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and clean facility. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and learning through STEAM-based activities. The new owner, Ms. Tiffany, is frequently mentioned as exceptional with children.

Caring and attentive staffSTEAM/STEM curriculumclean facility
Address
3930 Fay Blvd, Cocoa, FL
Phone
(321) 639-3700
Bloomingdale Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents overwhelmingly praise Bloomingdale Academy for attentive, patient staff and strong individualized care with daily activity reports. However, one recent review notes a significant decline in quality and communication following a change in ownership and staff turnover.

Patient and caring teacherspersonalized daily reportssmall class sizes with individual attention
Address
11418 Bloomingdale Avenue, Riverview, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kinderland Place INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Kinderland Place receives consistently high praise from parents who report caring, attentive staff that treat children as their own. Parents highlight the center's educational curriculum, engaging activities, and ability to make both children and parents feel comfortable from infancy through pre-K. Multiple families have used the facility for years and recommend it enthusiastically.

caring and loving staffattentive to individual child needsstrong educational curriculum
Address
12330 Westlinks Dr, Fort Myers, FL
Phone
(239) 561-8866
Fort Myers Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Fort Myers YMCA receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the friendly staff, quality coaching, clean facilities, and variety of programs including sports teams, fitness classes, and childcare services. Members highlight the welcoming atmosphere and caring approach of instructors who work individually with children. Some concerns were raised about recent membership fee increases and additional credit card processing fees.

Friendly and caring staffknowledgeable coachesclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
1360 Royal Palm Square Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Phone
(239) 275-9622
Praise Kids Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent highlights the exceptional quality of VPK teachers, while another reports significant issues with classroom staff behavior and operational protocols. The latter experience includes frequent early pickup requests, inconsistent health monitoring procedures, and rude communication from teachers.

Excellent VPK teachersfriendly and fantastic office staff
Address
5910 Bible Camp Rd, Groveland, FL
Phone
(352) 429-3225
Creative Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Creative Beginnings Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents highlight exceptional safety measures, cleanliness, individualized attention to each child's needs, and a warm, nurturing teaching staff. Children reportedly show significant developmental progress and enthusiasm for attending daily.

Safety and security protocolsCleanliness and facility maintenanceCaring and patient teachers
Address
5870 Se 85th Ln, Ocala, FL
Phone
(352) 245-2416
First Steps Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

First Steps Education in Ocala is highly praised by parents for its dedicated staff, strong educational focus, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech improvement, language acquisition, potty training, and academic skills. The director and teachers are described as caring, patient, and actively involved in each child's growth.

Dedicated and caring staffhands-on educational approachindividual attention to each child
Address
7880 Sw 103rd Street Rd, Ocala, FL
Phone
(352) 236-0118
Primrose School Of Longwood At Wekiva Springs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Primrose School of Longwood at Wekiva Springs for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who provide individualized attention and care. All reviews are 5-star ratings, with families highlighting their trust in the facility's safety, cleanliness, and educational curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and developing well across multiple age groups.

Warm and welcoming staffpersonalized attention and use of children's namescaring and qualified teachers
Address
2615 W State Road 434, Longwood, FL
Phone
(407) 960-5078
Sweetwater Kids Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Sweetwater Kids Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff consistency, communication, and care quality. However, some parents have raised concerns about child safety incidents and driver conduct.

Staff stability and relationship-building with childrenresponsive communication about incidentsloving and attentive teachers
Address
418 N Central Ave, Oviedo, FL
Phone
(407) 365-5150
Childcare Resources Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

CHILDCARE RESOURCES EDUCATION CENTER receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, quality curriculum, and safe environment where children thrive. However, one parent reported significant concerns about the director's communication style, alleged HIPAA violations regarding medical documentation, and inflexible policies regarding mandatory attendance.

Caring and amazing staffquality teachersexcellent curriculum
Address
2300 5th Ave, Ste 149, Vero Beach, FL
Phone
(772) 778-8884
Trinity Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.2

Trinity Learning Center receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, strong security measures, and educational programs with religious instruction. However, two negative reviews describe serious concerns about the director's professionalism, mishandling of children with developmental delays, and inadequate notice before dismissal.

Kind and caring staffstrong security (coded entrysign-in/out)
Address
200 Urick St, Fruitland Park, FL
Phone
(352) 787-4510
Community Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.2

Reviews focus primarily on church services and religious content rather than daycare operations. One reviewer mentions the onsite daycare is high quality with good parking and a nice location.

High quality daycaregood parkingnice location
Address
3839 S Fern Creek Ave, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 857-1149
Conway Learning Center
Church Daycare
4.2

Conway Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, attentive staff, small class sizes, and clean facility. Parents report significant improvements in their children's development, happiness, and eagerness to attend, often comparing it favorably to other local childcare options. The school is described as a welcoming, family-oriented environment with strong curriculum and excellent administration.

Caring and loving teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentionclean and organized facility
Address
3636 E Michigan St, Orlando, FL
Phone
(407) 896-6510
Sheyes Of Miami Day Care #3
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

SHEYES OF MIAMI DAY CARE #3 receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff as professional, caring, and attentive, with children thriving academically and emotionally. However, a minority of reviews cite serious concerns about facility cleanliness, air conditioning issues, staff attitudes, inadequate meals, and difficult withdrawal processes.

Professional and respectful staffcaring and attentive teachersgood quality food
Address
4801 Nw 7th Ave, Miami, FL
Phone
(305) 754-4087
The Learning World Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise The Learning World Academy Doral for its dedicated, caring staff, clean and safe facilities, and comprehensive curriculum that promotes child development across academic and social-emotional areas. Multiple reviewers report significant improvements in their children's confidence, learning, and enthusiasm for school, with strong emphasis on the welcoming family-like environment. However, one review notes the school is closing its doors.

Caring and professional teacherscomprehensive curriculum (STEMacademics
Address
3511 Nw 91st Ave, Doral, FL
Phone
(305) 595-8822
Brilliant Minds Montessori
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Brilliant Minds Montessori for its nurturing Montessori approach, dedicated staff, and strong academic preparation. Children show significant developmental gains academically, socially, and emotionally, with many advancing beyond typical age-level skills. Families express high satisfaction and recommend the school strongly.

Montessori curriculum effectivenessindividualized learning approachcaring and patient teachers
Address
153 Bellagio Cir, Sanford, FL
Phone
(407) 314-1270
The Duo Center, Incorporated
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

The Duo Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight excellent communication, flexible scheduling, and caring staff who treat children like their own. Parents emphasize the owners' community involvement, Christian values, and additional services like field trips, meals, and educational support. Multiple reviews note significant developmental progress in their children, including improved confidence and school readiness.

Strong communication and daily updatesflexibility with schedulingcaring and attentive staff
Address
1233 45th Street, West Palm Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 841-9311
The Kings Kids Early Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent highlights the center's beautiful environment and friendly staff, while another notes the helpful community food pantry services available on Tuesdays.

beautiful facilitynice staffhelpful community food pantry
Address
5917 North Haverhill Road, West Palm Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 686-3900
Step By Step Children'S Enrichment Center
Church Daycare
4.2

One parent describes an exceptional experience marked by safety, love, and dedicated teachers, willing to travel significant distances for the quality of care. Conversely, a separate review warns that the facility may not be suitable for children who are unable to speak for themselves.

safetypeace of mindloving environment
Address
1590 Pauline St, Cantonment, FL
Phone
(850) 968-6224
First Baptist Child Development Center
Church Daycare
4.2

First Baptist Child Development Center in Destin receives consistently positive feedback from parents. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, safe environment, and child development. Parents highlight excellent communication, strong teacher-child relationships, and appreciation for the religious and educational curriculum.

Warm and caring staffsafe and clean facilitystrong academic and social-emotional growth
Address
201 Beach Dr, Destin, FL
Phone
(850) 837-7645
Starling School #1 & Star Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Starling School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising its family-owned operation, Christian values, cleanliness, and community involvement. However, one parent raised serious concerns about meal quality and portion sizes, reporting cold grits and minimal food served at breakfast time.

Family-owned operationteaches Christian valuesclean facility
Address
615 28th Street South, St. Petersburg, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Merritt Island Presbyterian Center
Church Daycare
4.2

One parent highlights the attentive staff and significant progress in their daughter's alphabet and counting skills within the VPK program, while another praises the school's patience and success with a child on the spectrum. Conversely, a third reviewer reports a negative experience with rude phone interactions, administrative delays in termination, and concerns about funding retention after withdrawal.

attentive staffsupportive VPK programprogress in early learning skills
Address
155 Cone Rd, Merritt Island, FL
Phone
(321) 453-1640

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6,929 all daycares across Florida. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in Florida are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through Florida's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in Florida, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (Florida sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in Florida vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.