
Compare 64 child daycare & preschools in Clearwater. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Clearwater has 64 licensed child daycare & preschools with 712 parent reviews averaging 4.34/5.33 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 63% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 33764 (avg 4.7 stars), while 33756 has the largest selection (16 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
1850 N Mcmullen Booth Road, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 151 children
Countryside Christian Preschool in Clearwater receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and individualized attention to each child. Parents highlight the clean facility, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families with multiple children report feeling confident leaving their infants and toddlers in the center's care.
16120 Bay Vista Drive, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 133 children
Bay Vista Learning Center (also called Bliss Learning Center) receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, recent positive changes under new management, and the welcoming environment. The facility is noted for its safety measures, ample playground space, and commitment to child development and kindergarten readiness.
3245 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 82 children
Magnolia Day School receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the director Maridyth's exceptional leadership and compassion. Parents highlight the staff's genuine care for each child's development, clean facilities, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families report their children are happy, safe, and thriving at the school.
2671 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Cornerstone Preschool in Clearwater receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff and clean facility. Parents highlight the director Ms. Sonal and teachers by name, noting strong communication, educational curriculum including Spanish instruction, and a family-like atmosphere that helps children adjust and thrive.
25400 Us Hwy 19 N, Suite 101, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 101 children
Kids Time Preschool in Clearwater receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews (all 5-star ratings). Parents highlight the caring staff, nurturing environment, and significant developmental progress in their children's social, academic, and behavioral skills. Many describe the facility as a second family and note that children are excited and happy to attend.
1655 Belcher Road South, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Parents consistently praise Ivy Prep as an exceptional preschool and daycare with highly educated, caring staff and a rich, well-rounded curriculum. The facility is noted for cleanliness, small class sizes, individualized attention, and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Multiple parents report significant child development improvements and describe the environment as loving, safe, and engaging.
2480 Belleair Road, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children
Kid-A-Rama Academy receives consistently perfect ratings from parents who praise the staff, owners, and learning environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and make significant academic progress. The facility is noted for cleanliness, daily communication with parents, and creating a family-like atmosphere.
1911 Atlantis Drive, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 86 children
Little People's Place in Clearwater receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff led by owner Ms. Debbie. Parents consistently highlight the center's focus on education, cleanliness, safety, and individualized attention to each child's development and well-being.
13880 Feather Sound Drive, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
Reviews praise Feather Sound Christian School for its welcoming, loving community atmosphere and biblical teaching. Parents highlight the quality of pastoral leadership, children's ministry programs, and the strong sense of family and fellowship within the church community.
1419 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children
The Sprout Academy in Clearwater receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the cleanliness, organization, caring staff, strong leadership, educational curriculum, and positive learning environment that has helped their children develop academically and socially.
Based on 52 daycares with Google ratings in Clearwater
Top qualities mentioned across 712 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Clearwater, based on parent reviews
Clearwater zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33764 | 13 | 4.7 | 5 | |
| 33755 | 14 | 4.54 | 4 | |
| 33761 | 10 | 4.46 | 5 | |
| 33760 | 8 | 4.3 | 2 | |
| 33765 | 10 | 4.24 | 4 | |
| 33759 | 10 | 3.98 | 3 | |
| 33756 | 16 | 3.88 | 5 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Clearwater (12–275 children)
Small
up to 30 children
7
Medium
31–75 children
31
Large
76–150 children
39
Very Large
150+ children
10
Highest rated daycares in Clearwater based on parent reviews
1850 N Mcmullen Booth Road, Clearwater, FL
Countryside Christian Preschool in Clearwater receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and individualized attention to each child. Parents highlight the clean facility, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families with multiple children report feeling confident leaving their infants and toddlers in the center's care.
16120 Bay Vista Drive, Clearwater, FL
Bay Vista Learning Center (also called Bliss Learning Center) receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, recent positive changes under new management, and the welcoming environment. The facility is noted for its safety measures, ample playground space, and commitment to child development and kindergarten readiness.
3245 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL
Magnolia Day School receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the director Maridyth's exceptional leadership and compassion. Parents highlight the staff's genuine care for each child's development, clean facilities, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families report their children are happy, safe, and thriving at the school.
2671 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL
Cornerstone Preschool in Clearwater receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff and clean facility. Parents highlight the director Ms. Sonal and teachers by name, noting strong communication, educational curriculum including Spanish instruction, and a family-like atmosphere that helps children adjust and thrive.
25400 Us Hwy 19 N, Suite 101, Clearwater, FL
Kids Time Preschool in Clearwater receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews (all 5-star ratings). Parents highlight the caring staff, nurturing environment, and significant developmental progress in their children's social, academic, and behavioral skills. Many describe the facility as a second family and note that children are excited and happy to attend.
1655 Belcher Road South, Clearwater, FL
Parents consistently praise Ivy Prep as an exceptional preschool and daycare with highly educated, caring staff and a rich, well-rounded curriculum. The facility is noted for cleanliness, small class sizes, individualized attention, and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Multiple parents report significant child development improvements and describe the environment as loving, safe, and engaging.
Clearwater offers a robust selection of 64 childcare and preschool facilities, ensuring families have ample options to find the right fit. Parents consistently highlight a welcoming atmosphere, reasonable pricing, and attentive staff as key reasons for their satisfaction. One neighborhood, specifically zip code 33759, stands out for its exceptionally high average rating across seven local centers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Clearwater have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 52 rated facilities, with 63% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.43 stars. Our analysis covers 712 parent reviews. Parents in Clearwater most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, reasonable prices, and caring and attentive staff.
When choosing a daycare in Clearwater, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Countryside Christian Preschool in Clearwater receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, Christian environment, and individualized attention to each child. Parents highlight the clean facility, strong communication, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Multiple families with multiple children report feeling confident leaving their infants and toddlers in the center's care.
Kid-A-Rama Academy receives consistently perfect ratings from parents who praise the staff, owners, and learning environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and make significant academic progress. The facility is noted for cleanliness, daily communication with parents, and creating a family-like atmosphere.
One parent describes a highly positive experience where their daughter quickly warmed up to the staff and enjoyed a balanced routine of outdoor play and arts and crafts. The reviewer highlights Ms. Jody's attentive team, daily logs, and the acceptance of ELC funding as key strengths.
One parent describes the Sunshine Academy of Clearwater as an amazing school and offers a strong recommendation. The review highlights a highly positive experience without noting any specific drawbacks.
Bay Vista Learning Center (also called Bliss Learning Center) receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, recent positive changes under new management, and the welcoming environment. The facility is noted for its safety measures, ample playground space, and commitment to child development and kindergarten readiness.
One parent highlights that their daughter graduated from the VPK program and entered kindergarten reading above her grade level, praising the staff and teachers. The feedback emphasizes strong educational outcomes and a supportive environment.
One parent highlights that the center is helpful for youth, contributing to a perfect rating. The feedback is limited to this single positive observation regarding staff support.
One parent highlights exceptional staff care, citing a specific instance where an employee helped retrieve a lost toy, while another notes a comfortable atmosphere and strong Christian curriculum with daily Bible verses and prayer. Both reviewers express high satisfaction with their children's experiences and the school's environment.
Parents highlight the center's engaging VPK and play-based curriculum, noting that staff members like Director Mrs. Gibbs and several teachers have successfully prepared children for Kindergarten with increased confidence. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, with families expressing gratitude for the focus on learning through art and school plays.
Parents highlight the nurturing environment, small class sizes, and personalized attention as key strengths. Reviewers specifically commend Director Roxane and VPK teacher Ms. Terri for their kindness and dedication, noting that children thrive in this family-like setting.
Magnolia Day School receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the director Maridyth's exceptional leadership and compassion. Parents highlight the staff's genuine care for each child's development, clean facilities, and strong communication with parents. Multiple families report their children are happy, safe, and thriving at the school.
Cornerstone Preschool in Clearwater receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, welcoming staff and clean facility. Parents highlight the director Ms. Sonal and teachers by name, noting strong communication, educational curriculum including Spanish instruction, and a family-like atmosphere that helps children adjust and thrive.
Kids Time Preschool in Clearwater receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews (all 5-star ratings). Parents highlight the caring staff, nurturing environment, and significant developmental progress in their children's social, academic, and behavioral skills. Many describe the facility as a second family and note that children are excited and happy to attend.
Parents consistently praise Ivy Prep as an exceptional preschool and daycare with highly educated, caring staff and a rich, well-rounded curriculum. The facility is noted for cleanliness, small class sizes, individualized attention, and strong academic preparation for elementary school. Multiple parents report significant child development improvements and describe the environment as loving, safe, and engaging.
Little People's Place in Clearwater receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff led by owner Ms. Debbie. Parents consistently highlight the center's focus on education, cleanliness, safety, and individualized attention to each child's development and well-being.
Parents highlight the school's strong communication, personalized attention to individual needs like potty training, and a genuine sense of family among staff and students. Reviewers note that children thrive in this environment, developing a love for learning and making personal connections with teachers. The few available reviews suggest the center is an excellent choice for families seeking a true Montessori experience.
Reviews praise Feather Sound Christian School for its welcoming, loving community atmosphere and biblical teaching. Parents highlight the quality of pastoral leadership, children's ministry programs, and the strong sense of family and fellowship within the church community.
The Sprout Academy in Clearwater receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the cleanliness, organization, caring staff, strong leadership, educational curriculum, and positive learning environment that has helped their children develop academically and socially.
Parents consistently praise YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care for its caring, attentive staff and enriching activities including swimming, art, and educational programs. The before/after school care and summer camp programs are highlighted as convenient and well-organized, with staff who go above and beyond. All reviewed experiences were positive with no complaints noted.
Parents consistently praise this YMCA child care center for its caring and attentive staff, enriching activities, and convenient before/after school programs. Multiple reviewers highlight specific staff members for going above and beyond, and note that children feel safe, supported, and engaged in creative and educational projects. The facility is described as a blessing for working families with reasonable pricing.
Parents consistently praise the YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care for excellent staff who are caring, friendly, and engaging. The program offers enriching activities including swimming and arts, with convenient before/after school and summer camp options. Families appreciate the welcoming environment and flexible scheduling that supports working parents.
Wee Care Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and strong curriculum. Parents report their children develop well socially and academically, with excellent communication from teachers. One negative review raised a safety concern about a staff member's driving habits.
Parents consistently praise Skycrest Child Development Center for its caring, experienced staff and nurturing environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily, and parents highlight strong communication, developmental support (particularly potty training), and a well-balanced curriculum combining academic learning with play-based activities. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report long-term positive outcomes.
Brighter Beginnings receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who go above and beyond in child development and preparation for kindergarten. One negative review raises concerns about hidden fees and pricing discrepancies between quoted and actual rates.
Parents consistently praise Delphi Academy for its strong academic programs, individualized learning approach, and comprehensive curriculum that includes practical classes like art, woodshop, and music. Children reportedly thrive academically and develop confidence, with excellent communication between staff and families. The school is described as fostering a supportive, community-like environment where children are excited to attend.
Growing Room Enrichment Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple locations. Parents highlight exceptional staff, strong developmental outcomes, excellent communication systems, and a safe, nurturing environment. Many families report multi-year enrollment and high confidence in the care provided.
Parents praise Ascension Day School as a welcoming and nurturing environment with excellent educational quality. The facility is noted for its beautiful building, caring staff, and strong community atmosphere rooted in Christian values. Multiple reviewers highlight that their children thrived in the program and remained connected to the church community.
The reviews provided appear to be for First Christian Church, not the preschool program at First Christian Preschool. The reviews praise the church's pastoral leadership, welcoming community, and Bible-based teachings, but do not contain information about the daycare/preschool services, curriculum, or child care quality.
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