16 Child Daycare & Preschools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Browse all 16 child daycare & preschools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fort Walton 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.
- 1Covenant Kids Child Development Center4.61 score4.8(16)
1010 Gospel Rd, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 212 children
Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Covenant Community Church rather than their child development center. Based on available information, no parent reviews specific to the daycare facility were found. The Google rating of 4.8/5 shows 0 reviews for the daycare center.
None mentioned in daycare-specific reviews - 2Little People'S Place Of Ft Walton Beach4.58 score5(7)
110 Truxton Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 30 children
Little People's Place of Ft Walton Beach receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the caring, loving teachers and safe, nurturing environment that supports both childcare and early learning curriculum.
Caring and friendly teacherssafe and nurturing environmentwell-rounded curriculum with structured learning schedulefamily-operated atmosphere - 3First United Methodist Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
103 1st St Se, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children
First United Methodist Preschool in Fort Walton Beach receives consistently high praise from parents. The facility is noted for its warm, welcoming atmosphere with well-trained, caring staff who create a fun learning environment. Children are reported to love attending, and the preschool maintains good teacher-to-student ratios.
Caring and friendly teachersgood staff-to-student ratiofun and engaging learning environmentwelcoming congregation - 4Trinity United Methodist Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
403 Racetrack Rd Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children
Trinity United Methodist Preschool is highly praised by parents and former students for its welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and faith-based approach to early childhood education. Parents report their children are well cared for and benefit from quality instruction. The facility has strong community ties with families returning across generations.
Caring and welcoming staffquality preschool facultychild learning and developmentfaith-based environment - 5The Creative Play School4.48 score4.6(20)
11 Vine Ave Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
The Creative Play School in Fort Walton Beach receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and enriching educational environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend daily, form strong bonds with teachers, and develop academically and socially. The school is described as more than a daycare—a nurturing family environment with excellent communication and special events.
Caring and passionate staffhands-on teaching me - 6City Of Fwb Recreation Center4.32 score4.4(20)
132 Jet Dr Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
City of FWB Recreation Center is a well-maintained facility in Fort Walton Beach offering sports, fitness classes, and recreational programs for children and adults. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and affordable or free membership options for city residents.
Clean facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffaffordable pricing ($5 drop-in ratesfree membership for city residents) - 7Chester Pruitt Head Start Center4.27 score4.5(6)
15 Carson Dr Se, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 34 children
Chester Pruitt Head Start Center is a well-maintained facility owned by Gregg Chapel AME Church with clean, nicely decorated spaces and good parking. Parents praise the teachers and overall environment, though one parent raised concerns about a volunteer sports coach's negative behavior toward children.
Clean facilitynice décor and furnishingsgood parkingstrong Christian community - 8Kid'S Place4.2 score4.4(5)
321 Racetrack Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 31 children
Kid's Place is a highly-regarded preschool in Fort Walton Beach with predominantly positive feedback. Parents praise the dedicated teachers, multi-classroom approach, creative learning environment, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. One negative review cited rude owner behavior on the phone.
Caring and experienced staffmulti-classroom rotation with varied activitiescreative learning opportunitiesoutdoor play and construction projects - 9Grow With Us Learning Academy4 score4(10)
102 Tooke St, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 93 children
GROW WITH US LEARNING ACADEMY in Fort Walton Beach receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, creative activities, and strong leadership under managers Lisa and Summer. However, a few negative reviews cite concerns about staff inexperience, inability to handle challenging children, and insufficient supervision or communication during incidents.
Staff warmth and attentivenessclean facilitycreative art and science act - 10Kids Discovery 13.92 score3.9(20)
240 Green Acres Rd, Fort Walton Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 327 children
Parents consistently praise Kids Discovery 1 for its caring, attentive staff who go above and beyond for families, including support during medical situations. Children are reported to be happy, well-fed, educated, and safe, with the facility maintained to high standards. Management is responsive and professional in addressing parent concerns.
Caring and compassionate staffresponsive managementclean facilityeducational activities with daily communication about children's activities
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Highest rated daycares in Fort Walton Beach based on parent reviews
Little People'S Place Of Ft Walton Beach
110 Truxton Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Little People's Place of Ft Walton Beach receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the caring, loving teachers and safe, nurturing environment that supports both childcare and early learning curriculum.
The Creative Play School
11 Vine Ave Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL
The Creative Play School in Fort Walton Beach receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and enriching educational environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend daily, form strong bonds with teachers, and develop academically and socially. The school is described as more than a daycare—a nurturing family environment with excellent communication and special events.
City Of Fwb Recreation Center
132 Jet Dr Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL
City of FWB Recreation Center is a well-maintained facility in Fort Walton Beach offering sports, fitness classes, and recreational programs for children and adults. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and affordable or free membership options for city residents.
Kid'S Place
321 Racetrack Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL
Kid's Place is a highly-regarded preschool in Fort Walton Beach with predominantly positive feedback. Parents praise the dedicated teachers, multi-classroom approach, creative learning environment, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. One negative review cited rude owner behavior on the phone.
Grow With Us Learning Academy
102 Tooke St, Fort Walton Beach, FL
GROW WITH US LEARNING ACADEMY in Fort Walton Beach receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, creative activities, and strong leadership under managers Lisa and Summer. However, a few negative reviews cite concerns about staff inexperience, inability to handle challenging children, and insufficient supervision or communication during incidents.
All Stars Preschool And Child Care
101 Scranton St, Fort Walton Beach, FL
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida
There are 16 child daycare & preschools in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, making up 70% of the 23 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 Fort Walton 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 Fort Walton Beach
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Little People's Place of Ft Walton Beach receives perfect 5-star ratings from all reviewers. Parents consistently praise the caring, loving teachers and safe, nurturing environment that supports both childcare and early learning curriculum.
- Address
- 110 Truxton Ave, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 301-3589
The Creative Play School in Fort Walton Beach receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, dedicated staff and enriching educational environment. Parents report their children are excited to attend daily, form strong bonds with teachers, and develop academically and socially. The school is described as more than a daycare—a nurturing family environment with excellent communication and special events.
- Address
- 11 Vine Ave Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 243-0008
City of FWB Recreation Center is a well-maintained facility in Fort Walton Beach offering sports, fitness classes, and recreational programs for children and adults. Parents consistently praise the clean facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and affordable or free membership options for city residents.
- Address
- 132 Jet Dr Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 833-9580
Kid's Place is a highly-regarded preschool in Fort Walton Beach with predominantly positive feedback. Parents praise the dedicated teachers, multi-classroom approach, creative learning environment, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. One negative review cited rude owner behavior on the phone.
- Address
- 321 Racetrack Rd Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 864-5014
- Address
- 101 Scranton St, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 863-5900
GROW WITH US LEARNING ACADEMY in Fort Walton Beach receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising staff attentiveness, cleanliness, creative activities, and strong leadership under managers Lisa and Summer. However, a few negative reviews cite concerns about staff inexperience, inability to handle challenging children, and insufficient supervision or communication during incidents.
- Address
- 102 Tooke St, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 213-1311
Parents consistently praise Kids Discovery 1 for its caring, attentive staff who go above and beyond for families, including support during medical situations. Children are reported to be happy, well-fed, educated, and safe, with the facility maintained to high standards. Management is responsive and professional in addressing parent concerns.
- Address
- 240 Green Acres Rd, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 301-9409
- Address
- 310 Woodrow St Ne, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 864-3007
Children's Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents, with the majority praising the staff's care, cleanliness, safety, and educational engagement. However, a small number of parents report concerns about academic readiness and overall quality. Overall rating reflects mixed experiences.
- Address
- 343 Holmes Blvd Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 244-9187
Wright Day Care Center receives highly polarized reviews. Multiple parents praise the affordable pricing, caring staff (particularly Ms. Fawn and Ms. Meme), educational focus, and communication, with several reporting long-term satisfaction. However, other parents report serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, unexplained injuries to children, unprofessional staff conduct, and unresolved property disputes.
- Address
- 136 Patrick Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 864-5123
Parents consistently praise Hamma and Bampa's TLC as a caring, family-oriented facility with engaged owners and staff who follow Florida childcare regulations. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially, with parents noting their kids are excited to attend and staff maintain regular communication. Multiple families have used the center for several years with high satisfaction.
- Address
- 502 Schneider Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 362-6993
Parents consistently praise Grow With Us Learning Academy for its caring, dedicated staff who treat children like family. The center is noted for its warm, welcoming environment where children are happy and excited to attend. Multiple teachers are mentioned by name as exceptional, patient, and highly communicative with parents about their child's progress and milestones.
- Address
- 314 Carmel Dr, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 586-7897
- Address
- 28 Miracle Strip Pkwy Sw, Ste 2, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 244-1775
Childcare Network 40 - Anchors in Fort Walton Beach receives exclusively positive reviews from parents with 10 five-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facility, educational curriculum, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Families report feeling confident leaving their children in the center's care from infancy through school age.
- Address
- Anchors St Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 664-2865
- Address
- 800 Falcon Pl, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 862-6328
Childcare Network 142 - Jet has received exclusively positive reviews from parents praising the caring, attentive staff and quality educational programming. Parents consistently highlight their confidence in the facility's cleanliness, safety, and the genuine relationships teachers build with children. The center is commended for keeping parents informed through daily updates, photos, and detailed progress reports.
- Address
- 108 Jet Dr Nw, Fort Walton Beach, FL
- Phone
- (850) 244-0942
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