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64 Child Daycare & Preschools in Clearwater, Florida

Browse all 64 child daycare & preschools in Clearwater, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clearwater

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

    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.

    Staff treats children with genuine care and knows them by nameChristian values and teachings integrated dailyclean and secure facilityexcellent daily communication and photo updates
  2. 2

    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.

    Caring and dedicated teachersknowledgeable staffnew management making positive improvementswelcoming environment
  3. 3
    Magnolia Day School
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    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.

    Exceptional director leadershipcaring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitychild safety
  4. 4
    Cornerstone Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    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.

    Caring and patient staffclean and safe facilitywelcoming atmospherestrong communication with parents
  5. 5
    Kids Time Preschool
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    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.

    Caring and professional staffsafe and clean facilitystrong developmental and acad
  6. 6
    Ivy Prep
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    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.

    Nurturing and passionate teacherssmall class sizes with low student-to-teacher ratiosclean and well-maintained facilityrich and varied curriculum
  7. 7
    Kid-A-Rama Academy
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    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.

    Caring and patient staffknowledgeable owners (Debbie and John)strong academic instructioneffective VPK program
  8. 8
    Little People'S Place
    4.59 score
    4.8(14)

    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.

    Caring and nurturing stafffamily-like atmosphereeducational focuscleanliness
  9. 9

    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.

    Welcoming and friendly staffsound biblical teachingvibrant kids ministrystrong community and fellowship
  10. 10

    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.

    Cleanliness and organizationcaring and attentive staffstrong director leadership (Ms. Ali)structured learning environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clearwater based on parent reviews

Countryside Christian Preschool

5(20)

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.

Staff treats children with genuine care and knows them by nameChristian values and teachings integrated dailyclean and secure facility

Bay Vista Learning Center

5(14)

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.

Caring and dedicated teachersknowledgeable staffnew management making positive improvements

Magnolia Day School

4.9(20)

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.

Exceptional director leadershipcaring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facility

Cornerstone Preschool

4.9(20)

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.

Caring and patient staffclean and safe facilitywelcoming atmosphere

Kids Time Preschool

4.9(20)

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.

Caring and professional staffsafe and clean facilitystrong developmental and acad

Ivy Prep

4.8(20)

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.

Nurturing and passionate teacherssmall class sizes with low student-to-teacher ratiosclean and well-maintained facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Clearwater, Florida

There are 64 child daycare & preschools in Clearwater, Florida, making up 74% of the 87 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 Clearwater, 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 Clearwater

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Countryside Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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.

Staff treats children with genuine care and knows them by nameChristian values and teachings integrated dailyclean and secure facility
Address
1850 N Mcmullen Booth Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kid-A-Rama Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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.

Caring and patient staffknowledgeable owners (Debbie and John)strong academic instruction
Address
2480 Belleair Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Nicholas Vosotas Kimberly Home Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1194 Grove St, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Montessori At Sylvan Abbey A Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2817 Sunset Point Rd., Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sunshine Academy Of Clearwater
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
511 S. Hercules Ave, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bay Vista Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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.

Caring and dedicated teachersknowledgeable staffnew management making positive improvements
Address
16120 Bay Vista Drive, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Genesis Christian Academy And Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2122 North Hercules Avenue, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Hep Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1260 Engman Street, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Skycrest Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
125 North Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Artz 4 Life Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1751 Kings Highway, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids Connection
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1200 Keene Road South, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids' Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2875 State Road 580, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Magnolia Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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.

Exceptional director leadershipcaring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facility
Address
3245 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
(727) 800-2185
Cornerstone Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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.

Caring and patient staffclean and safe facilitywelcoming atmosphere
Address
2671 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
(727) 791-3333
Kids Time Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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.

Caring and professional staffsafe and clean facilitystrong developmental and acad
Address
25400 Us Hwy 19 N, Suite 101, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ivy Prep
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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.

Nurturing and passionate teacherssmall class sizes with low student-to-teacher ratiosclean and well-maintained facility
Address
1655 Belcher Road South, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little People'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

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.

Caring and nurturing stafffamily-like atmosphereeducational focus
Address
1911 Atlantis Drive, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Belleair Montessori Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8
Address
905 Ponce De Leon Boulevard, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Feather Sound Christian School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Welcoming and friendly staffsound biblical teachingvibrant kids ministry
Address
13880 Feather Sound Drive, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Sprout Academy - Clearwater
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Cleanliness and organizationcaring and attentive staffstrong director leadership (Ms. Ali)
Address
1419 Sunset Point Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
(727) 461-1001
Ymca Of The Suncoast Child Care - Belcher
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Caring and friendly staffenriching and educational activitiescreative expression opportunities
Address
1839 S. Belcher Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Of The Suncoast Child Care - Leila Davis
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Caring and friendly staffenriching and educational activitiescreative projects
Address
2630 Landmark Drive, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Of The Suncoast Child Care - Plumb
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Caring and loving staffengaging educational activitiescreative enrichment programs
Address
1920 Lakeview Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Wee Care Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Clean facilitystrong curriculumcaring and attentive staff
Address
3130 Mcmullen Booth Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Skycrest Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Warm and attentive staffsmall class sizes with personalized attentionstrong parent-teacher communication with daily photos/videos
Address
2045 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Brighter Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

caring and attentive stafffamily-like environmentchildren enjoy attending
Address
2742 Pine Tree Lane, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Delphi Academy Of Florida
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Strong reading and academic programsindividualized learning paceexperienced and caring teachers
Address
1831 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Growing Room Enrichment Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Caring and patient teachersstrong staff-child relationshipsdevelopmental activities and curriculum
Address
2470 Curlew Road, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ascension Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Top-notch preschool programcaring and welcoming staffbeautiful facility
Address
701 Orange Avenue, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
First Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Welcoming and friendly atmospherepassionate pastoral leadershipBible-based education
Address
2299 Drew Street, Clearwater, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 64 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clearwater, Florida, out of 87 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 Clearwater, 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
Clearwater offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 64 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 6 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 10 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 7 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 Clearwater for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clearwater 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.