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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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My Little Champions Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
2828 W Kirby Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 515-6256
Acreage Montessori Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Acreage Montessori Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the warm, nurturing environment and skilled, patient teachers. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children across academic, emotional, and social areas, with particular appreciation for the Montessori approach and thoughtful classroom design.

Patient and knowledgeable teachersbeautiful and intentionally prepared classroomsstrong focus on independence and real-world skills
Address
5700 140th Avenue N, Royal Palm Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 784-0078
After School Connections - Boynton
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise After School Connections for exceptional staff care, engaging activities, and strong communication. The program is noted for its convenience at school locations, structured curriculum with weekly themes and trips, and ability to help children feel safe and happy. Multiple parents report their children attending for several years and continuing to express enthusiasm about the program.

Friendly and caring staffengaging activities and field tripshomework assistance
Address
7882 S. Military Trail, Boynton Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 767-3163
Assalam Center, INC.
Church Daycare
4.4

Assalam Center is an Islamic religious facility in Boca Raton that serves as a mosque and community gathering space. The vast majority of reviews praise it as a welcoming, well-maintained place of worship with a strong Muslim community. One reviewer noted an issue with the facility being locked during daytime hours.

welcoming and embracing communitywell-kept facilitygood for socializing and making friends
Address
1499 Nw 4th Avenue, Boca Raton, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bluebird Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Bluebird Preschool receives universal praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, nurturing environment, and strong academic preparation that sets children up for kindergarten success. Families report their children thrive socially and emotionally while enjoying daily learning activities.

Warm and passionate staffclean and safe classroomsage-appropriate materials and curriculum
Address
2200 Nw 5th Ave., Boca Raton, FL
Phone
(561) 368-0605
Brave Little Stars
Church Daycare
4.4

Brave Little Stars receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, stable staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents highlight the facility's professionalism, cleanliness, strong communication, and flexible scheduling. Children reportedly show enthusiasm for attending and significant developmental progress.

Warm and caring staffstaff consistency and low turnoverexcellent communication
Address
1717 Ne 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 450-6695
Fun 2 Learn Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Fun 2 Learn Academy for its welcoming, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Children show strong academic progress and developmental advancement, with parents reporting feeling comfortable and at ease leaving their kids in care. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and led by caring owners Jimmy and Cory who are actively involved in daily operations.

Welcoming and friendly staffclean facilityfamily-oriented atmosphere
Address
3443 Hypoluxo Rd., Lantana, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Global Learning Of Palm Springs INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Global Learning of Palm Springs is highly regarded by parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated teaching staff, engaging activities, and safe, clean environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.

Caring and loving teachersengaging activities and learning opportunitiesclean and organized facilities
Address
3846 10th Avenue North, Palm Springs, FL
Phone
(561) 966-1897
Kimmins Ehs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

KIMMINS EHS in Tampa is highly rated by parents for exceptional early childhood education. The center is praised for comprehensive curriculum including academics, language skills, and character development. One parent expressed disappointment after transitioning to another facility, noting their child learned significantly more at KIMMINS.

Strong academic curriculumteaches days/months/counting/Spanishage-appropriate manners and social skills
Address
1502 E. 2nd Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Riverview Boys & Girls Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Riverview Boys & Girls Club for its dedicated leadership, particularly Directors Danjena and Ms. Tia, and friendly staff who provide genuine care for children. Children reportedly enjoy attending and feel safe and entertained in a clean facility with good amenities.

Excellent director leadershipstrong communication with parentscaring and attentive staff
Address
6809 Krycul Avenue, Riverview, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Tampa Jcc & Federation Jcc Afternoons
Church Daycare
4.4

Tampa JCC offers daycare and recreational facilities with generally positive feedback about staff quality and community atmosphere. However, recent reviews reveal significant operational concerns including inadequate camp activities, facility limitations, and management transparency issues.

Wonderful and caring teachershappy childrensecure facility
Address
13009 Community Campus Drive, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
After School Connections-Palm Beach Gardens
Before or After School Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise After School Connections for its exceptional staff, engaging activities, and reliable care. The program offers structured curriculum with weekly themes, field trips, and homework assistance, with many families using the service for multiple years. Parents report feeling confident and at peace knowing their children are safe, happy, and well-cared for.

Caring and kind staffengaging activities and field tripshomework assistance
Address
5651 Hood Road, Palm Beach Gadens, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bocc/Westgate Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Westgate Recreation Center is highly rated by parents who praise its excellent facilities and amenities. Families appreciate the shaded playground, large splash pad, multiple play areas for different ages, and free fitness equipment for parents. The facility also offers spacious event rental spaces with professional staff.

shaded playgroundsplash padmultiple playgrounds for different ages
Address
3691 Oswego Ave, West Palm Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
City Of Fort Lauderdale At Lauderdale Manors Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise this park facility for its clean, well-maintained pools and welcoming atmosphere. Lifeguards are noted as professional and attentive, and families appreciate the affordable swimming lessons and free amenities. Overall, reviewers consider it an excellent recreational option for families with children.

Clean facilitiesprofessional lifeguardsaffordable swimming lessons
Address
1340 Chateau Park Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Buttons And Bows Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Buttons and Bows Academy receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the director's personal attention, nurturing environment, and cleanliness. However, some parents report concerns about staff-to-child ratios, staff training, educational communication, and developmental progress monitoring.

caring director who knows each childclean facilityreliable
Address
963 Sw 71 Avenue, North Lauderdale, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
City Of Ft. Lauderdale At Riverland Park
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Riverland Park is a well-maintained recreational facility with a clean pool area, full-time lifeguards, and multiple amenities including playgrounds, sports fields, and exercise areas. Parents consistently praise the cleanliness, staff attentiveness, and family-friendly environment. The facility requires registration for pool access and enforces dress code rules.

Clean facilitiesattentive lifeguardsmultiple recreational activities
Address
950 Sw 27 Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jcc/Afterschool Program Of Plantation
Church Daycare
4.4

Parents consistently praise JCC/Afterschool Program of Plantation as an excellent facility with caring, dedicated staff and teachers. Reviews highlight strong academic instruction, engaging activities including swimming and theater productions, and a warm, welcoming environment for children of all ages.

Caring and sweet teachersattentive directorsstrong academics (alphabet and months taught to preschoolers)
Address
6501 W. Sunrise Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ross Norton Recreation Complex
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Ross Norton Recreation Complex is a community recreation center in Clearwater, Florida with excellent facilities and amenities. Parents praise the clean pools, variety of activities for children and families, friendly staff, and well-maintained grounds. Multiple reviewers highlight the crystal-clear pools, diverse recreational options including skateparks and sports facilities, and affordable pricing.

Cleanwell-maintained poolsMultiple activities for kids (skateboarding
Address
1426 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
First Discoveries Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise First Discoveries Academy as an exceptional play-based learning environment with caring, well-educated staff who focus on emotional intelligence and gentle guidance. The school is noted for its small, family-like community feel, healthy meals prepared on-site, abundant outdoor time, and special activities like farm days and visiting animals. Children reportedly feel comfortable, excited to attend, and thrive both academically and socially.

Play-based learning approachemotional intelligence and social-emotional learning focuscaring and patient teachers
Address
1311 Brooker Rd, Brandon, FL
Phone
(813) 662-9290
The Learning Cove At Mcgregor Baptist Church
Church Daycare
4.4

Reviews praise McGregor Baptist Church's children's programs, friendly atmosphere, and biblical teaching. Parents report positive experiences with staff, youth groups, and family-oriented ministries. One reviewer noted desire for improved follow-up on prayer requests and more interaction opportunities.

Excellent children's programswelcoming and friendly staffstrong youth group programs
Address
3750 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers, FL
Phone
(239) 689-2579
Gladden Park Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Gladden Park Recreation Center is highly regarded as a community recreation facility offering various activities and programs for children and families. Parents praise the well-maintained park facilities, helpful staff, and availability of sports amenities and after-school programs. The venue is also popular for hosting private events like birthday parties and baby showers.

Clean and well-maintained facilitieshelpful and professional staffvariety of activities and sports options (baseball
Address
3901 - 30th Avenue North, St. Petersburg, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Autumn Leaf Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Autumn Leaf Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff praised for being caring, supportive, and communicative. Parents highlight the center's ability to work with children with special needs and behavioral challenges. Two negative reviews mention concerns about labeling a child as manipulative and misleading website information about free preschool programs.

caring and supportive staffopen communication with parentshelpful with potty training and behavioral management
Address
3007 Daniels Road, Plant City, FL
Phone
(813) 752-4561
Madeira Beach Recreation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Madeira Beach Recreation is a community recreation center highly praised for its well-maintained facilities and grounds. Reviews highlight excellent amenities including sports fields, splash pad, playground, and pier area. The facility is noted for hosting events, classes, and activities for families and youth.

Well-maintained fields and parkbeautiful venuefriendly staff
Address
200 Rex Place, Madeira Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Louis Dreyfuss Citrus Branch Y M C A
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise the Louis Dreyfuss Citrus Branch YMCA daycare for its caring, interactive programs and enthusiastic staff. Ms. Phalysha and her teaching team are highlighted as dedicated caregivers who create engaging activities including swim lessons, sports, arts, and weekly field trips. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and fostering genuine excitement in children about attending.

caring and dedicated staffinteractive and engaging programsswim lessons through SPLASH program
Address
16451 Sw Farm Rd, Indiantown, FL
Phone
(772) 597-3700
All Villages Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1550 Sw Heatherwood Blvd, Port St Lucie, FL
Phone
(772) 873-9280
New College Child Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

NEW COLLEGE CHILD CENTER in Sarasota receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff care and educational activities. However, one negative review indicates management changes led to concerns about hygiene, excessive screen time, and unclear policies in the toddler class.

Staff treated children like familyeducational curriculumchildren enjoy attending
Address
540 58th St., Sarasota, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Rainbow'S End Play And Learn Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Rainbow's End for providing high-quality early childhood education with caring, experienced staff. Children show measurable academic progress and strong social-emotional development, with many arriving at kindergarten well-prepared. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express strong satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachers (some with 15+ years tenure)academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
2100 Loveland Blvd, Port Charlotte, FL
Phone
(941) 627-5437
Sports Club At Estates
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sports Club at Estates in Naples receives exclusively positive feedback from parents. The facility is praised as a safe, fun environment offering diverse sports and activities for children of various ages and abilities. Parents highlight the quality coaching staff, professional instruction, and positive impact on children's confidence and social development.

Safe environmentskilled and caring staff (especially Coach Ron and Coach Kevin)variety of sports and activities
Address
5945 Everglades Blvd N, Naples, FL
Phone
(239) 455-2009
Sports Club At Osceola
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sports Club at Osceola in Naples receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the safe, fun environment and quality instruction. Parents highlight excellent staff members, particularly coaches like Ron, Bill, and Kevin, who serve as positive role models while teaching sports fundamentals and life skills. The program offers diverse activities including basketball, gymnastics, soccer, and other options for children of all abilities during after-school and summer programs.

Safe environmentcaring and professional staffpositive role models and coaches
Address
5770 Osceola Trl, Naples, FL
Phone
(239) 566-7200
Sports Club At Sabal Palm
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Sports Club at Sabal Palm is an afterschool and summer camp program in Naples, Florida with a 5/5 rating across 10 reviews. Parents consistently praise the safe, fun environment, variety of sports and activities, and dedicated coaching staff. The program is recommended for working parents seeking quality childcare with emphasis on physical activity, skill-building, and character development.

Safe environmentcaring and professional staffvariety of sports programs (basketball
Address
4095 18th Ave Ne, Naples, FL
Phone
(239) 455-2009

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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.