How do I choose the right daycare in Florence?

When choosing a daycare in Florence, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with Alabama's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alabama) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

What types of daycare are available in Florence?

Florence offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 9 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Florence, Alabama (7 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Alabama?

Daycare costs in Alabama 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 Florence for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Florence

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.

St. Joseph Regional Catholic School

4.55 score

5(6)

115 Plum Street, Florence, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

St. Joseph Regional Catholic School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise its academic excellence, strong community atmosphere, and care from staff. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic and social development, with many noting early reading proficiency before kindergarten entry.

High educational standardsearly reading instructionSpanish classesstrong sense of community

Victory Christian Fellowship Church

4 score

4(6)

2302 Hough Road, Florence, AL · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Parents are divided on this religious daycare facility. Some praise the curriculum, nurturing teachers, and child development, while others report serious concerns about inattentive staff, inadequate care, and the facility's corporal punishment policy.

Engaging curriculumnurturing and attentive teacherschild enjoys attendingwarm and welcoming faith community

Little Angel Day School INC

3.85 score

3.8(14)

1125 Sherrod Avenue, Florence, AL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Little Angel Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring and patient staff, clean facilities, and strong child development support. However, one negative review reported significant concerns including building maintenance issues, staffing inconsistencies, inadequate supervision, and safety concerns.

Kind and caring staffpatient teachersclean and updated facilitystrong communication with parents

Child Daycare & Preschools in Florence, Alabama

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Florence, Alabama, making up 37% of the 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Florence, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Florence, Alabama, out of 19 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Florence, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with Alabama's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Alabama)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Florence offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 9 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Alabama 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 Florence for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Florence must be licensed by Alabama'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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Florence, Alabama

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Florence

Top Rated

Tina'S Little Angels Christian Day Care

Little Miracle Child Care Center

Kids Club Early Care & Education Academy

Little Angel Day School INC

Play World Child Care Learning Center

Map

Daycare types in Florence

Browse by type in Florence