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32 Child Daycare & Preschools in Brandon, Florida

Browse all 32 child daycare & preschools in Brandon, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Brandon

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

    706 N. Parsons Avenue, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 65 children

    Little Stars Learning Academy receives consistently perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, comprehensive curriculum, and safe learning environment. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, faith-based approach, strong communication through their app, and staff who treat children like family. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress in their children and express gratitude for the peace of mind the center provides.

    Caring and passionate staffcomprehensive curriculumclean facilityfaith-based education
  2. 2

    3315 S. Bryan Road, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 72 children

    St. Andrew's United Methodist Preschool in Brandon, Florida receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, beautiful campus, and quality programming including summer camp and community events. Parents and visitors praise the caring staff, church workers, and overall hospitality.

    welcoming and gracious staffbeautiful propertyquality summer camp programscaring teachers
  3. 3

    200 N. Kingsway Road, Brandon, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 26 children

    Apostles Lutheran Church Preschool in Brandon, Florida receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.8/5 rating. Parents praise the dedicated teaching staff, welcoming community atmosphere, and quality educational programs. The facility is described as a trusted, family-oriented environment where children thrive.

    Experienced and caring teachers (Ms. SandyMs. NancyMs. Amanda)welcoming and friendly staff
  4. 4
    Best Friends For Kidz
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    408 E. Lumsden Road, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 130 children

    Best Friends For Kidz receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, patience, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight the center's ability to work with children with special needs and developmental delays, creating a warm, family-like environment. Multiple parents report their children have made significant academic, social, and emotional progress during their time at the facility.

    Caring and patient staffexperienced teachers with long tenurewelcoming environmentstrong communication with parents
  5. 5
    Children'S Academy
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    506 Limona Road, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 165 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff who treat children like their own. The school offers structured curriculum starting at age one, regular communication with parents through daily reports and photos, and programs from infants through kindergarten. Multiple families have remained enrolled for years and recommend the center highly.

    Loving and nurturing staffstructured educational curriculum
  6. 6

    603 E. Morgan Street, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 76 children

    Shining Stars Preschool Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, family-oriented environment, strong leadership under director Marie, excellent staff, and effective preparation for kindergarten and VPK programs.

    Well-organized and clean facilitystrong parent communicationclassroom structuresafe environment
  7. 7

    3741 Canoga Park Drive, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 202 children

    The Village Early Learning Center in Brandon, Florida receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, home-like environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Parents highlight caring, dedicated staff, engaging curriculum with hands-on activities, enrichment programs, and strong communication. Multiple parents note their children's enthusiasm for school and positive development across academic and social areas.

    Warmwelcoming atmosph
  8. 8
    Heaven Sent
    4.47 score
    4.6(18)

    3003 S. Kings Avenue, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 44 children

    Heaven Sent Daycare in Brandon, Florida receives consistently high praise from parents and former attendees. The center is known for its small, family-like atmosphere under the leadership of owner Diana, with a stable, caring staff that has remained largely unchanged for many years. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many expressing long-term trust and loyalty to the facility.

    Caring and patient stafffamily-like atmospheresmall and homey environmentaffordability
  9. 9
    Castles Of Imagination
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    820 Bryan Road, Brandon, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Parents consistently praise Castles of Imagination for providing a family-like, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The center is particularly noted for its exceptional staff, especially owner Tina, and their ability to work effectively with children of all needs, including those with special needs. Families report long-term loyalty and strong communication from the center.

    Caring and experienced staffnurturing family-like environ
  10. 10

    120 N. Knights Avenue, Brandon, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for New Hope United Methodist Church, not the daycare program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, strong children's and youth programs, and community outreach. Parents report feeling comfortable with the kids' programs and appreciate the variety of worship styles and group activities available.

    welcoming and friendly congregationexceptional children's programsstrong youth groupquality music ministry

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Brandon based on parent reviews

Little Stars Learning Academy

5(11)

706 N. Parsons Avenue, Brandon, FL

Little Stars Learning Academy receives consistently perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, comprehensive curriculum, and safe learning environment. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, faith-based approach, strong communication through their app, and staff who treat children like family. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress in their children and express gratitude for the peace of mind the center provides.

Caring and passionate staffcomprehensive curriculumclean facility

St. Andrew'S United Methodist Preschool

4.8(20)

3315 S. Bryan Road, Brandon, FL

St. Andrew's United Methodist Preschool in Brandon, Florida receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, beautiful campus, and quality programming including summer camp and community events. Parents and visitors praise the caring staff, church workers, and overall hospitality.

welcoming and gracious staffbeautiful propertyquality summer camp programs

Best Friends For Kidz

4.7(20)

408 E. Lumsden Road, Brandon, FL

Best Friends For Kidz receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, patience, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight the center's ability to work with children with special needs and developmental delays, creating a warm, family-like environment. Multiple parents report their children have made significant academic, social, and emotional progress during their time at the facility.

Caring and patient staffexperienced teachers with long tenurewelcoming environment

Children'S Academy

4.7(20)

506 Limona Road, Brandon, FL

Parents consistently praise Children's Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff who treat children like their own. The school offers structured curriculum starting at age one, regular communication with parents through daily reports and photos, and programs from infants through kindergarten. Multiple families have remained enrolled for years and recommend the center highly.

Loving and nurturing staffstructured educational curriculum

Shining Stars Preschool Academy, INC.

4.7(17)

603 E. Morgan Street, Brandon, FL

Shining Stars Preschool Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, family-oriented environment, strong leadership under director Marie, excellent staff, and effective preparation for kindergarten and VPK programs.

Well-organized and clean facilitystrong parent communicationclassroom structure

The Village Early Learning Center

4.6(20)

3741 Canoga Park Drive, Brandon, FL

The Village Early Learning Center in Brandon, Florida receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, home-like environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Parents highlight caring, dedicated staff, engaging curriculum with hands-on activities, enrichment programs, and strong communication. Multiple parents note their children's enthusiasm for school and positive development across academic and social areas.

Warmwelcoming atmosph

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Brandon, Florida

There are 32 child daycare & preschools in Brandon, Florida, making up 80% of the 40 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 Brandon, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Brandon

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Westminster Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
402 E. Lumsden Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Stars Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Little Stars Learning Academy receives consistently perfect 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, comprehensive curriculum, and safe learning environment. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, faith-based approach, strong communication through their app, and staff who treat children like family. Multiple reviewers report significant developmental progress in their children and express gratitude for the peace of mind the center provides.

Caring and passionate staffcomprehensive curriculumclean facility
Address
706 N. Parsons Avenue, Brandon, FL
Phone
(813) 654-7897
Limona Village Chapel Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
408 Limona Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. Andrew'S United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

St. Andrew's United Methodist Preschool in Brandon, Florida receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.8/5 Google rating. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, beautiful campus, and quality programming including summer camp and community events. Parents and visitors praise the caring staff, church workers, and overall hospitality.

welcoming and gracious staffbeautiful propertyquality summer camp programs
Address
3315 S. Bryan Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Shining Stars Preschool Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Shining Stars Preschool Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, family-oriented environment, strong leadership under director Marie, excellent staff, and effective preparation for kindergarten and VPK programs.

Well-organized and clean facilitystrong parent communicationclassroom structure
Address
603 E. Morgan Street, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Best Friends For Kidz
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Best Friends For Kidz receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the staff's genuine care, patience, and dedication to child development. Parents highlight the center's ability to work with children with special needs and developmental delays, creating a warm, family-like environment. Multiple parents report their children have made significant academic, social, and emotional progress during their time at the facility.

Caring and patient staffexperienced teachers with long tenurewelcoming environment
Address
408 E. Lumsden Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Children's Academy for its caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff who treat children like their own. The school offers structured curriculum starting at age one, regular communication with parents through daily reports and photos, and programs from infants through kindergarten. Multiple families have remained enrolled for years and recommend the center highly.

Loving and nurturing staffstructured educational curriculum
Address
506 Limona Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Heaven Sent
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Heaven Sent Daycare in Brandon, Florida receives consistently high praise from parents and former attendees. The center is known for its small, family-like atmosphere under the leadership of owner Diana, with a stable, caring staff that has remained largely unchanged for many years. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with many expressing long-term trust and loyalty to the facility.

Caring and patient stafffamily-like atmospheresmall and homey environment
Address
3003 S. Kings Avenue, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Village Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Village Early Learning Center in Brandon, Florida receives consistently high praise from parents who describe a warm, home-like environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Parents highlight caring, dedicated staff, engaging curriculum with hands-on activities, enrichment programs, and strong communication. Multiple parents note their children's enthusiasm for school and positive development across academic and social areas.

Warmwelcoming atmosph
Address
3741 Canoga Park Drive, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Castles Of Imagination
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Castles of Imagination for providing a family-like, nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. The center is particularly noted for its exceptional staff, especially owner Tina, and their ability to work effectively with children of all needs, including those with special needs. Families report long-term loyalty and strong communication from the center.

Caring and experienced staffnurturing family-like environ
Address
820 Bryan Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids R Tops, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Kids R Tops for its warm, caring staff who are deeply involved in children's development and well-being. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and nurturing, with teachers who communicate regularly with parents and accommodate individual learning needs. Multiple reviews highlight long-term enrollment and multi-generational family attendance, indicating strong parent satisfaction and trust.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and positive environmenteffective communication with parents
Address
215 N. Kingsway Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
We Love The Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
608 E Morgan Street, Brandon, FL
Phone
(813) 315-9887
Brandon Rec. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Brandon Rec. Center is highly rated as a well-maintained community park facility offering diverse recreational amenities. Parents praise its cleanliness, spacious grounds, and variety of sports facilities suitable for families and competitive players alike.

Clean restroomsample parkingmultiple sports courts (basketball covered and uncovered
Address
502 E. Sadie Street, Brandon, FL
Phone
(813) 635-8179
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
Brandon Sports And Aquatic Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Brandon Sports and Aquatic Center (High 5) receives consistently high praise from parents for its swim lessons, sports programs, and community focus. Parents highlight exceptional staff, patient instructors, and a welcoming environment that helps children build confidence and skills across multiple activities including swimming, pickle ball, and after-school programming.

Patient and skilled instructorswarm and respectful staffstrong community atmosphere
Address
405 Beverly Blvd, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
First Presbyterian Preschool Of Brandon, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
121 Carver Avenue, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Colour Their World, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Colour Their World for highly educated and caring staff who foster child development in academics, manners, and social skills. Multiple families report their children have attended for years and made significant developmental gains, with strong communication and open-door policies from management. All reviewers recommend the facility and express trust in the center's safety and care standards.

Well-educated and passionate staffstrong child development and learning outcomesemphasis on teaching manners and respect
Address
115-A Margaret Street, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Footsteps Of Bloomingdale
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a community park/recreational facility in Brandon, Florida. The reviews praise the sports facilities, playground, and overall cleanliness and maintenance of the grounds.

Tennis and racquetball courtsbasketball courtschildren's playground
Address
3721 Canoga Park Drive, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Simmon'S Achievement Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Simmons Achievement Center in Brandon, Florida receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, warm staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and engaged in learning activities. The facility has a strong reputation spanning decades, with one former student crediting the school for their early academic success.

Caring and supportive staffwarm and welcoming environmentopen communication
Address
107 E. Clay Avenue, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Post Sunshine Ranch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Post Sunshine Ranch receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring staff, hands-on learning approach, and family-like atmosphere. Parents report strong child development outcomes, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and a safe, well-organized facility with good teacher-to-student ratios. Multiple families mention the unique on-site farm animals and outdoor activities as standout features.

Caring and attentive staffsmall class sizeshands-on learning activities
Address
1350 John Moore Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Happy Day Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Happy Day Preschool receives mixed reviews. Parents with positive experiences praise the small facility atmosphere, dedicated teachers, strong communication, and engaging activities, particularly for the preschool and VPK programs. However, negative reviews cite serious concerns about summer camp operations, including inadequate supervision, age-inappropriate grouping, bullying incidents, and unresponsive staff.

Small comfortable environmentdedicated and caring teachers (Ms. ReyesMs. Maynard
Address
722 S. Lithia Pinecrest Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Catherine'S Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Catherine's Early Learning Academy in Brandon receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and communicative staff, notable learning outcomes including speech development, and the family-like atmosphere that keeps children eager to attend.

Caring and communicative staffstrong academic learning outcomesdaily progress reports
Address
733 W. Lumsden Rd, Brandon, FL
Phone
(813) 324-9083
Mis' Ginny'S INC - Lakewood
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

MIS' GINNY'S INC in Brandon, Florida has received mixed reviews reflecting significant changes in management. While some parents praise the new director and improved teaching staff, others report serious concerns about cleanliness, unsafe conditions, unprofessional staff interactions, and inadequate handling of food allergies.

New management and directorcommitted and affectionate teacherschild happiness and engagement
Address
119 S. Lakewood Drive, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Brandon Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Brandon Day School receives mixed reviews with strong polarization among parents. Positive reviewers praise the owner's kindness, family-oriented approach, flexible payment policies, and quality teacher interactions. Negative reviewers report serious concerns including rude staff behavior, inadequate supervision, children locked outside in rain, and unprofessional owner conduct.

Accommodating with payment issuesunderstanding during family hardshipssweet and caring owner
Address
202 Pauls Drive, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mis' Ginny'S, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
1.9

MIS' GINNY'S (now operating as Brighter Days under new management) has overwhelmingly negative reviews citing poor hygiene, inadequate supervision, staff rudeness, verbal abuse toward children, and failure to address parental concerns. One recent review mentions new management and improvements, but multiple detailed accounts describe serious safety and care issues. The facility has a 1.9/5 Google rating.

New management reportedly implementing improvementsopen door
Address
1502 N. Parsons Avenue, Brandon, FL
Phone
(813) 685-4499
Brandon Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
801 Limona Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Nativity Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
705 E. Brandon Boulevard, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Childcare Of Brandon
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childcare of Brandon for its dedicated, caring staff, clean facilities, and strong educational programs. Multiple families have attended for several years and credit specific teachers and director Ms. Jenny for making them feel secure and valued. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and well-prepared for the next stage of education.

Caring and dedicated staffthorough tours and communicationdaily reports with photos
Address
730 Brandon Town Center Drive, Brandon, FL
Phone
(813) 655-7000
La Petite Academy Bloomingdale
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Bloomingdale in Brandon, Florida has received 10 five-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the facility as caring, professional, and family-like. Parents highlight strong child development, responsive staff, effective communication through the SproutAbout app with live cameras, and well-structured curriculum. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and express high satisfaction with their experience.

Caring and attentive staffchild development and academic progressresponsive administration
Address
808 W. Bloomingdale Avenue, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
La Petite Academy Windhorst
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Windhorst in Brandon, Florida receives consistently positive reviews with all ratings at 5/5. Parents praise the caring staff, child development, communication, and safe environment. Multiple reviewers describe the facility and staff as an extension of their family.

Attentive and caring staffstrong child development and learning programsresponsive administration
Address
606 E. Windhorst Road, Brandon, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 32 child daycare & preschools daycares in Brandon, Florida, out of 40 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 Brandon, 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
Brandon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 32 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Brandon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Brandon 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.