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23 Child Daycare & Preschools in Delray Beach, Florida

Browse all 23 child daycare & preschools in Delray Beach, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Delray Beach

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

    227 N Dixie Boulevard, Delray Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunflower Creative Arts as an exceptional play-based, nature-focused preschool that prioritizes social-emotional development and child-led learning. Families report lasting positive impacts on their children's confidence, independence, and social skills, as well as meaningful support for parents through community engagement and education. Multiple reviewers describe it as transformative and express strong loyalty, with many families staying connected long after their children graduate.

    play-based learning approachnature-based outdoor programmingchild-led exploration and choiceopen-ended art activities
  2. 2

    40 N W 4th Avenue, Delray Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 70 children

    Reviews are not specific to daycare operations. Most reviews praise the church facility itself, its historic significance, welcoming atmosphere, and spiritual services. The facility does house a daycare center as part of a large multi-purpose addition, but no parents provided specific feedback about daycare quality, staff, or childcare services.

    Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilityspiritual environmenthistoric significance to community
  3. 3
    St. Paul'S Day School
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    188 South Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    St. Paul's Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and excited to attend. One negative review raises concerns about safety and staff conduct, contrasting sharply with the other testimonials.

    Loving and caring staffsafe environmentacademic progresssmall class sizes
  4. 4
    Milagro Center
    4.44 score
    4.6(14)

    695 Auburn Ave, Delray Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

    Parents consistently praise Milagro Center for its exceptional staff professionalism, comprehensive enrichment programs, and genuine care for children's development. The center is highlighted for offering diverse activities including yoga, music, golf, and arts, along with mentorship opportunities that prepare children for future success.

    Professional and dedicated staffComprehensive enrichment programs (yogamusicgolf
  5. 5

    400 N Swinton Ave, Delray Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

    Trinity Lutheran Early Childhood Center in Delray Beach receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a welcoming, family-oriented faith-based institution. Parents highlight the caring staff, strong academics, and Christ-centered environment as key strengths that support both academic and spiritual growth.

    Caring and involved teacherswelcoming and nurturing environmentstrong academic programssafe school
  6. 6

    400 Sw 12th Avenue, Delray Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 474 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Achievement Centers for Children & Families, with nearly all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Families report their children love attending and highlight the center's caring approach, quality programming, and knowledgeable staff. The facility appears to maintain high satisfaction even during summer sessions.

    Staff care and attentivenesschild enjoymentquality programmingknowledgeable instructors
  7. 7

    400 Sw 10th St., Delray Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 551 children

    Parents overwhelmingly praise Achievement Centers for Children and Families, with nearly all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents report their children love attending and highlight the caring staff and quality programming. The facility is described as an excellent daycare option year-round.

    caring and loving staffchildren enjoy attendingknowledgeable teachersgood programs
  8. 8

    555 N W 4th Street, Delray Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 366 children

    Parents consistently praise Achievement Centers for Children & Families, with 7 five-star ratings and 1 four-star rating. Reviews highlight staff care and love for children, quality programming, and positive experiences year-round. Parents express strong satisfaction and would miss the center.

    Staff demonstrates care and lovehelpful and knowledgeable staffquality programs for childrenpositive summer experiences
  9. 9
    Kingswood Academy
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    2200 Lake Ida Road, Delray Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 161 children

    Kingswood Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and clean, safe facility. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, developmental progress, included meals, and responsive communication as key strengths.

    caring and trained staffclean facilitydaily photo updatesincluded meals and snacks
  10. 10
    Brave Little Stars
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    1717 Ne 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 58 children

    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 communicationclean facility

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Delray Beach based on parent reviews

Sunflower Creative Arts, INC

5(11)

227 N Dixie Boulevard, Delray Beach, FL

Parents consistently praise Sunflower Creative Arts as an exceptional play-based, nature-focused preschool that prioritizes social-emotional development and child-led learning. Families report lasting positive impacts on their children's confidence, independence, and social skills, as well as meaningful support for parents through community engagement and education. Multiple reviewers describe it as transformative and express strong loyalty, with many families staying connected long after their children graduate.

play-based learning approachnature-based outdoor programmingchild-led exploration and choice

St. Paul'S Day School

4.7(10)

188 South Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL

St. Paul's Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and excited to attend. One negative review raises concerns about safety and staff conduct, contrasting sharply with the other testimonials.

Loving and caring staffsafe environmentacademic progress

Milagro Center

4.6(14)

695 Auburn Ave, Delray Beach, FL

Parents consistently praise Milagro Center for its exceptional staff professionalism, comprehensive enrichment programs, and genuine care for children's development. The center is highlighted for offering diverse activities including yoga, music, golf, and arts, along with mentorship opportunities that prepare children for future success.

Professional and dedicated staffComprehensive enrichment programs (yogamusic

Achievement Centers For Children & Families

4.7(8)

400 Sw 12th Avenue, Delray Beach, FL

Parents overwhelmingly praise Achievement Centers for Children & Families, with nearly all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Families report their children love attending and highlight the center's caring approach, quality programming, and knowledgeable staff. The facility appears to maintain high satisfaction even during summer sessions.

Staff care and attentivenesschild enjoymentquality programming

Achievement Centers For Children And Families

4.7(8)

400 Sw 10th St., Delray Beach, FL

Parents overwhelmingly praise Achievement Centers for Children and Families, with nearly all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents report their children love attending and highlight the caring staff and quality programming. The facility is described as an excellent daycare option year-round.

caring and loving staffchildren enjoy attendingknowledgeable teachers

Achievement Centers For Children & Families

4.7(8)

555 N W 4th Street, Delray Beach, FL

Parents consistently praise Achievement Centers for Children & Families, with 7 five-star ratings and 1 four-star rating. Reviews highlight staff care and love for children, quality programming, and positive experiences year-round. Parents express strong satisfaction and would miss the center.

Staff demonstrates care and lovehelpful and knowledgeable staffquality programs for children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Delray Beach, Florida

There are 23 child daycare & preschools in Delray Beach, Florida, making up 70% of the 33 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 Delray Beach, 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 Delray Beach

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Pee Wee Patch Infant Toddler Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
620 Sw 8th Court, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 272-1165
Sunflower Creative Arts, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Sunflower Creative Arts as an exceptional play-based, nature-focused preschool that prioritizes social-emotional development and child-led learning. Families report lasting positive impacts on their children's confidence, independence, and social skills, as well as meaningful support for parents through community engagement and education. Multiple reviewers describe it as transformative and express strong loyalty, with many families staying connected long after their children graduate.

play-based learning approachnature-based outdoor programmingchild-led exploration and choice
Address
227 N Dixie Boulevard, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. Paul'S Day School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

St. Paul's Day School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, qualified staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and excited to attend. One negative review raises concerns about safety and staff conduct, contrasting sharply with the other testimonials.

Loving and caring staffsafe environmentacademic progress
Address
188 South Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Achievement Centers For Children & Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents overwhelmingly praise Achievement Centers for Children & Families, with nearly all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Families report their children love attending and highlight the center's caring approach, quality programming, and knowledgeable staff. The facility appears to maintain high satisfaction even during summer sessions.

Staff care and attentivenesschild enjoymentquality programming
Address
400 Sw 12th Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Achievement Centers For Children And Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents overwhelmingly praise Achievement Centers for Children and Families, with nearly all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents report their children love attending and highlight the caring staff and quality programming. The facility is described as an excellent daycare option year-round.

caring and loving staffchildren enjoy attendingknowledgeable teachers
Address
400 Sw 10th St., Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Achievement Centers For Children & Families
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Achievement Centers for Children & Families, with 7 five-star ratings and 1 four-star rating. Reviews highlight staff care and love for children, quality programming, and positive experiences year-round. Parents express strong satisfaction and would miss the center.

Staff demonstrates care and lovehelpful and knowledgeable staffquality programs for children
Address
555 N W 4th Street, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Milagro Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Milagro Center for its exceptional staff professionalism, comprehensive enrichment programs, and genuine care for children's development. The center is highlighted for offering diverse activities including yoga, music, golf, and arts, along with mentorship opportunities that prepare children for future success.

Professional and dedicated staffComprehensive enrichment programs (yogamusic
Address
695 Auburn Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kingswood Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Kingswood Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and clean, safe facility. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, developmental progress, included meals, and responsive communication as key strengths.

caring and trained staffclean facilitydaily photo updates
Address
2200 Lake Ida Road, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 749-9000
Delray Beach Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Delray Beach Community Center as an excellent parks and recreation facility with strong community offerings. Reviews highlight it as a great place for families and children, though one reviewer noted it could use updates. The facility is consistently described as beautiful and well-maintained.

Parks and recreation programscommunity eventsbeautiful location
Address
50 N W 1st Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Get Ready, Set, Grow Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Get Ready, Set, Grow Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong curriculum, and safe learning environment. Parents report their children are thriving academically and socially, with high teacher-to-student ratios and daily communication through the app. While tuition is noted as expensive, parents indicate the quality justifies the cost.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong teacher-to-student ratiossafe facility with good security
Address
16687 Jog Rd, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Oxford Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Oxford Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring staff, clean facilities, and engaging educational activities. Parents appreciate the inclusive pricing, healthy meal plans, and personalized attention given to children across all age groups. Multiple long-term families report significant developmental progress and strong staff-child relationships.

Warm and welcoming atmosphereconsistently clean and well-maintained facilityattentive and caring staff
Address
600 North Congress Avenue, #270, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Stepping Stones Learning Center Of Palm Beach County, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
601 Southwest 6th Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kings Academy Of Delray Beach
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
216 S.W. 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children'S Nest, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
117 S W 3rd Street, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Friends Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Little Friends Learning Center receives highly polarized reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, hands-on learning activities, and family-like environment, while a small number of parents report serious concerns about staff professionalism, child safety, and management responsiveness.

Caring and knowledgeable teachershands-on learning activitiesstaff longevity and stability
Address
16333 South Military Trail, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Slomin Family Center For Autism And Related Disabilities, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

Reviews are almost entirely about furniture donations rather than daycare services. The center receives praise for its mission supporting autistic children and for courteous, professional donation pickup staff. One reviewer criticized the center's furniture acceptance standards.

Professional and courteous donation pickup stafftimely arrivalsgreat cause and mission
Address
16705 Puzzle Place, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Burks Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.3
Address
111-115 Sw 10th Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Youthland Christian Academy, Db
Child Daycare & Preschools

Youthland Christian Academy in Delray Beach receives mixed reviews. Positive feedback highlights quality care and reliable childcare services, while negative reviews cite staff communication issues, inadequate playground and toy equipment, lack of VPK programming, and concerns about behavior management and parent-staff interactions.

Quality carereliable childcare option
Address
675 Auburn Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 278-3352
Pompey Park Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1101 Northwest 2nd Street, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
(561) 243-7356
Abby'S Little Angels
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2225 Ne 3rd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Daughter Of Zion Jr. Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
250 Nw 3rd Ave, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kid'S World Of Delray, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
219 Dixie Blvd, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Wee Wisdom Montessori School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
101 Nw 22nd Street, Delray Beach, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 23 child daycare & preschools daycares in Delray Beach, Florida, out of 33 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 Delray Beach, 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
Delray Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 23 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 5 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 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 Delray Beach for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Delray Beach 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.