
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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Small World School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, family-like atmosphere and Ms. Elaine's personal attention to children. The facility is noted for its outdoor playground, educational activities, and long-term developmental benefits. One negative review cited concerns about the owner's management style and communication during pickup times.
Red School House and Shaw Enterprise has a divided reputation. Most reviews praise the clean facility, caring staff (particularly Ms. Gwen), faith-based curriculum, and long 50+ year history, with many multi-generational families. However, some parents report disrespectful treatment from the director, health concerns, safety incidents without proper documentation, and cleanliness issues.
Children's Village receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and flexible scheduling, with particular recognition for Director Bertha and teacher Ms. Glender. However, a minority of parents report rude and unprofessional staff, inconsistent communication, poor facility conditions, and inadequate care.
Creative Minds Preschool receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the original owners and staff for their dedication, reasonable pricing, and quality care, but recent reviews under new ownership cite concerns about canceled field trips and inadequate supervision leading to injuries.
Parents consistently praise Charlee Preschool for its caring, professional staff and clean facilities. Children show strong adjustment, happiness, and developmental progress, with Ms. Teresa and the teaching team receiving particular recognition for their attentiveness and support of children with special needs.
Parents consistently praise Davie Christian Academy as an excellent preschool with caring, dedicated staff who treat children like family. The facility offers strong academics, Christian-based curriculum, engaging activities, and a welcoming environment where children demonstrate measurable learning progress and enthusiasm for attending.
God's Little Creations receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise the Christian teaching, caring staff, small class sizes, and teacher quality. However, negative reviews report serious concerns including mistreatment of special needs children, lack of compassion during difficult times, inadequate supervision leading to student safety incidents, and insufficient support from leadership.
Reviews praise Warfield Park's community activities and recreational facilities, including summer camp, playground, and sports amenities. One reviewer expressed concern about homeless individuals in the area affecting safety perception. Most feedback focuses on park features rather than daycare-specific services.
Feedback for LITTLE ACORN CHILDREN'S CENTER, INC. is divided, with some parents highlighting the staff's kindness and patience while others criticize the environment and communication. One reviewer specifically describes the center as having a problematic atmosphere due to the number of pregnant teachers and poor communication, whereas others appreciate the staff's treatment of children, including those with special needs.
Jack and Jill Children's Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, quality education, bilingual instruction, and community support programs. One parent reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision, hygiene issues, and poor communication. The center has a 40+ year history and offers continuity of care with feeder elementary school options.
Just for Kids Academy receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1 to 5 stars. Most positive reviews praise the caring teachers, child development focus, and reasonable pricing. However, several parents report dissatisfaction with the facility's quality and service.
One parent reports a positive experience with learning outcomes and staff, while three others describe severe issues including unprofessional phone handling, inadequate supervision leading to injuries and soiled clothing, and facility access problems. The few reviews so far highlight a stark divide between satisfaction with program offerings and serious concerns regarding staff competence and safety protocols.
One parent highlights significant academic and spiritual growth, noting their child's advanced reading skills and positive teacher interactions. Another review praises the facility for keeping a toddler healthy and achieving rapid potty training. In contrast, a separate account reports a frustrating experience with unresponsive staff and lack of communication regarding enrollment.
One parent highlights a summer camp experience with specific staff who foster community and fun, while another notes the facility is clean and staff are courteous. Conversely, separate reviews criticize the corporate office for unprofessional handling of harassment complaints and poor communication, as well as unresponsive phone service.
Parents consistently praise Next Generation Learning Center for its strong educational focus, caring staff, and engaging activities. Children show measurable progress and development, with many expressing high satisfaction after years of enrollment. The recent leadership changes have been viewed positively, with parents appreciating the director's strict policies and supportive approach.
Prophecy Child Care Center has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the qualified director, caring staff, small class sizes (6-8 kids), academic progress, and inclusive family engagement programs. However, negative reviews allege physical discipline and staff dismissiveness toward parent concerns.
Reviewers highlight the facility as an excellent preschool option where staff are treated like family and the curriculum is strong. Parents appreciate the clean, bright atmosphere and the director's sweetness, noting their children thrived from age one through five or six. The few reviews so far mention a generally nice environment for children.
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