
Compare 69 child daycare & preschools in Ft Lauderdale. Average rating: 4.29/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Ft Lauderdale has 69 licensed child daycare & preschools with 670 parent reviews averaging 4.29/5.27 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 47% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 33334 (avg 4.4 stars), while 33311 has the largest selection (35 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.
822 Sw 27 Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Parents consistently praise Children's World South for its loving, nurturing environment and highly committed staff led by owner Mrs. Helen. Children show strong academic progress and emotional development, with parents noting their kids are excited to attend daily. The school is described as a family-oriented sanctuary that provides exceptional care and support to both children and families.
5151 Ne 14 Terrace, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children
Parents consistently praise Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Director Beth receives special recognition for her leadership and commitment to safety and education. Families report strong parent-teacher communication, engaging activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
2850 W. Prospect Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 177 children
Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Redeeming Word Christian Center (a church), not the preschool/daycare facility. Based on available information, there are 0 verified Google reviews for Redeeming Word Christian Preschool and Academy. The reviews submitted focus on church services and spiritual experience rather than childcare services.
5601 S. Flamingo Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 364 children
No daycare reviews are available for St. Mark Catholic School's Head Start program. The reviews provided are exclusively for St. Mark Catholic Church, not the daycare facility, and focus on church services, facilities, and clergy.
6600 Powerline Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 116 children
Windsor Park Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, educational staff and welcoming environment. Parents particularly highlight the director Ms. Dana and other staff members for their dedication, patience, and ability to make children feel loved and safe. The facility is described as clean, affordable, and flexible with drop-off times.
5741 S. Flamingo Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
New Horizon Learning Center in Fort Lauderdale receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, loving staff and safe environment. Parents report visible weekly progress in their children's learning and development, with many recommending the school to friends and family. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained enrolled for several years.
120 Nw 7th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 199 children
New River Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the family-like atmosphere created by the owners and teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, curriculum quality, and strong leadership.
2700 Mayan Drive, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 48 children
Church By The Sea is highly praised as a welcoming, inclusive religious community in Fort Lauderdale. Parents and visitors consistently highlight the warm, non-judgmental atmosphere, compassionate leadership, and strong sense of family. The church is noted for its community involvement, children's programs, and inclusive philosophy that welcomes people of all backgrounds.
1300 Nw 19 Court, Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 78 children
Community Christian School is highly rated for its welcoming family atmosphere and quality childcare. Parents praise teachers like Cece and Farrah for their dedication, and note the facility is clean with strong educational programming. The school frequently reaches capacity with limited availability.
2699 W. Commercial Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale, FL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 230 children
Precious Promise Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating the school 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, strong teacher-student relationships, and safe, nurturing environment that supports academic, social, and emotional development. The school's faith-based approach and family-like atmosphere are frequently commended.
Based on 57 daycares with Google ratings in Ft Lauderdale
Top qualities mentioned across 670 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Ft Lauderdale, based on parent reviews
Ft Lauderdale zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33334 | 6 | 4.4 | 1 | |
| 33311 | 35 | 4.4 | 9 | |
| 33309 | 5 | 4.33 | 2 | |
| 33304 | 5 | 4 | 0 | |
| 33301 | 5 | 3.9 | 1 | |
| 33312 | 16 | 3.86 | 3 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Ft Lauderdale (19–550 children)
Small
up to 30 children
4
Medium
31–75 children
22
Large
76–150 children
46
Very Large
150+ children
29
Highest rated daycares in Ft Lauderdale based on parent reviews
822 Sw 27 Street, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Parents consistently praise Children's World South for its loving, nurturing environment and highly committed staff led by owner Mrs. Helen. Children show strong academic progress and emotional development, with parents noting their kids are excited to attend daily. The school is described as a family-oriented sanctuary that provides exceptional care and support to both children and families.
5151 Ne 14 Terrace, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Parents consistently praise Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Director Beth receives special recognition for her leadership and commitment to safety and education. Families report strong parent-teacher communication, engaging activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
6600 Powerline Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Windsor Park Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, educational staff and welcoming environment. Parents particularly highlight the director Ms. Dana and other staff members for their dedication, patience, and ability to make children feel loved and safe. The facility is described as clean, affordable, and flexible with drop-off times.
5741 S. Flamingo Road, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
New Horizon Learning Center in Fort Lauderdale receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, loving staff and safe environment. Parents report visible weekly progress in their children's learning and development, with many recommending the school to friends and family. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained enrolled for several years.
120 Nw 7th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
New River Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the family-like atmosphere created by the owners and teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, curriculum quality, and strong leadership.
450 Nw 5 Court, Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Stage One Academy in Fort Lauderdale is a well-renovated center-based facility with multiple classrooms and a large theatre area. Parents praise the experienced and professional staff, and highlight the facility's amenities for activities and events.
We have compiled data on 69 childcare and preschool facilities in Ft Lauderdale, Florida, to help you navigate your options. Parents consistently highlight clean facilities and safe environments as the defining characteristics of these centers. You will also find that the 33326 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with particularly strong performance among local providers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Ft Lauderdale have an average rating of 4.29 out of 5 across 57 rated facilities, with 47% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.61 stars. Our analysis covers 670 parent reviews. Parents in Ft Lauderdale most frequently praise daycares for clean facilities, friendly staff, and clean facility.
When choosing a daycare in Ft Lauderdale, 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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One parent highlights Ms. Boatwright and her staff as reasons for their satisfaction, while another parent describes the center as the best place for their baby.
One parent describes a welcoming atmosphere with supportive administration and teachers who create a nurturing, family-like environment filled with crafts and engaging activities. Another review highlights the service quality, noting it is top-notch.
One parent highlights that the center provides well-rounded education and life preparation for their children, noting the staff's patience and affordability. A second review simply describes the facility as the best daycare available.
One parent describes the staff as friendly and passionate about working with children, noting that customer service is responsive and welcoming. The facility operates its own system which the reviewer finds effective, and holds a Gold Seal certification.
New Horizon Learning Center in Fort Lauderdale receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, loving staff and safe environment. Parents report visible weekly progress in their children's learning and development, with many recommending the school to friends and family. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained enrolled for several years.
Stage One Academy in Fort Lauderdale is a well-renovated center-based facility with multiple classrooms and a large theatre area. Parents praise the experienced and professional staff, and highlight the facility's amenities for activities and events.
Parents consistently praise Children's World South for its loving, nurturing environment and highly committed staff led by owner Mrs. Helen. Children show strong academic progress and emotional development, with parents noting their kids are excited to attend daily. The school is described as a family-oriented sanctuary that provides exceptional care and support to both children and families.
Parents consistently praise Baer Family Early Childhood Learning Center for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff who help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Director Beth receives special recognition for her leadership and commitment to safety and education. Families report strong parent-teacher communication, engaging activities, and a welcoming community atmosphere.
Windsor Park Preschool receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, educational staff and welcoming environment. Parents particularly highlight the director Ms. Dana and other staff members for their dedication, patience, and ability to make children feel loved and safe. The facility is described as clean, affordable, and flexible with drop-off times.
New River Child Care receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the family-like atmosphere created by the owners and teachers. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, curriculum quality, and strong leadership.
Dillard Park Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising its strong educational focus and caring staff. Children reportedly adapt quickly, show enthusiasm for attending, and demonstrate academic progress. One parent reported a negative phone experience with a staff member.
Parents consistently praise Academy at Griffin Harbor as an excellent, caring educational facility with dedicated teachers who treat children and families like family. The small school size, faith-based environment, reasonable pricing, and engaging curriculum receive particular acclaim. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing high satisfaction and long-term loyalty to the center.
Reviews describe Croissant Park F.L.A.S.H. Program as a spacious outdoor facility with well-maintained grounds offering diverse recreational activities including sports fields, splash pad, and open green space. Parents praise the safe environment, variety of amenities, and staff dedication to child safety and enjoyment.
Parents consistently praise Shepherd of the Coast Learning Center for its small, nurturing environment where children receive individualized attention and thrive academically and emotionally. Staff members are described as dedicated, caring, and highly responsive to children's needs. The facility emphasizes Christian values, maintains strong security, and keeps parents well-informed through regular updates and photos.
Parents consistently praise Three Village Montessori for its effective Montessori teaching approach, caring and experienced staff, and warm, family-like environment. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while feeling loved and supported. The school maintains strong safety standards and responsive leadership.
A Family Child Care in Ft. Lauderdale receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. The facility is praised for its caring, bilingual staff, attentive owner-director Ms. Liliana, and family-oriented environment that accommodates individual parenting preferences. Parents report their children are happy, safe, clean, and learning while feeling genuinely loved and cared for.
Parents consistently praise Osswald Park as an excellent recreational facility with well-maintained grounds and attentive staff. The facility offers diverse amenities including a splash pad, playground, sports fields, and pavilions with BBQ grills, making it ideal for family activities and events. Staff members are noted as friendly, welcoming, and attentive to children's needs.
Parents consistently praise B'nai Aviv Early Childhood Education Center for its caring, nurturing staff and family-like atmosphere. The center is noted for strong Jewish education, attentive leadership, and organized programs including preschool and summer camps. Families report feeling welcomed and supported, with children excited to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten.
Parents praise this park facility for its clean, well-maintained pools and welcoming atmosphere. Lifeguards are noted as professional and attentive, and families appreciate the affordable swimming lessons and free amenities. Overall, reviewers consider it an excellent recreational option for families with children.
Riverland Park is a well-maintained recreational facility with a clean pool area, full-time lifeguards, and multiple amenities including playgrounds, sports fields, and exercise areas. Parents consistently praise the cleanliness, staff attentiveness, and family-friendly environment. The facility requires registration for pool access and enforces dress code rules.
Parents consistently praise JCC of Ft. Lauderdale as an excellent daycare with caring, dedicated staff and teachers. Reviews highlight strong academic preparation, engaging activities like swimming and theater programs, and a welcoming community environment. The facility is also recognized for its broader community services beyond childcare.
Tot's Town receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff and good learning environments, particularly for VPK and children on the autism spectrum. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving rough handling of their 1-year-old by a teacher and alleged inadequate response from management.
One parent describes loving the center, while another notes friendly staff and affordability but criticizes reduced staffing, restricted parent access, and hygiene issues. A third review alleges severe physical and emotional abuse by staff, claiming the owners are aware and cover it up, leading to immediate removal of their children.
Parents describe the center as providing exceptional, motherly care where staff genuinely prioritize children's wellbeing and educational growth. Reviewers report high satisfaction, noting that children are happy and enthusiastic about their daily experiences and teachers.
One parent highlights the center's professional, family-like staff and strong focus on education and speech development, while a separate reviewer reports a negative experience involving physical injuries, illness, and billing issues during a short three-week stay.
The Little Schoolhouse receives unanimous praise from parents for its attentive, caring staff and hands-on teaching approach. Children are reported to excel academically and develop enthusiasm for learning, with many arriving at kindergarten well-prepared. Parents appreciate the affordable pricing, small comfortable setting, and staff availability.
Ann Storck Center receives mostly positive reviews praising staff dedication and care quality, though two negative reviews cite serious concerns about staff behavior and unprofessional conduct. The majority of parents report satisfaction with the facility's attention to children's needs.
Little Palms Academy receives consistently high praise from parents, with 9 five-star and 1 four-star review. Parents highlight the caring, loving staff who make children feel safe and excited about attending, with particular praise for individual teachers. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements in their children's development and adjustment, especially for those with separation anxiety.
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