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65 Child Daycare & Preschools in Homestead, Florida

Browse all 65 child daycare & preschools in Homestead, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Homestead

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

    370 Ne 8th St, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 130 children

    Little Lambs Christian Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, welcoming environment and quality of care. Parents highlight the dedicated staff, including Director Mrs. Shibani and teachers like Ms. Maria and Ms. Kayla, and report visible improvements in their children's development and happiness. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, no-screen time policy, and Christian values-based approach to child care.

    Nurturing and welcoming environmentattentive and caring staffstrong parent-teacher relationshipsclean classrooms
  2. 2

    630 Washington Ave, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 85 children

    Parents consistently praise Smart Start of Homestead for exceptional care, education, and staff dedication. Multiple families report their children are learning well, happy, and developing significantly. The facility is noted as organized, clean, and trustworthy, with an app for daily photo updates and communication.

    Caring and patient staffstrong academic preparationdaily photo/communication apporganized and clean facility
  3. 3

    1200 N Flagler Ave, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

    Little Lambs Christian Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, welcoming environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight noticeable child development improvements, strong parent-staff relationships, and the facility's commitment to quality care and Christian values. The center is consistently recommended as an excellent choice for daycare and early education.

    Nurturing and welcoming environmentclean classroomsattentive and caring staffstrong parent-child relationships
  4. 4

    28520 Sw 148th Ave, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 475 children

    South Dade Child Development Center in Homestead receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight significant academic and social development in their children, particularly in literacy, math skills, and independence, along with exceptional teacher dedication and strong parent-teacher communication.

    Nurturing and engaging environmentdedicated and patient teachersstrong academic progress in reading and writing
  5. 5

    230 N Krome Ave, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

    United Martial Arts Academy in Homestead receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated instructors, positive learning environment, and significant personal growth in their children including improved confidence, discipline, and respect. The academy fosters a strong sense of community and family among students and parents.

    Experienced and passionate instructorspositive role modelswelcoming environmentbuilds confidence and discipline
  6. 6
    Kids Paradise 2 INC
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    24555 Sw 112th Ave, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 182 children

    Kids Paradise 2 is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and quality care for infants through pre-K children. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' patience, helpfulness, and involvement, particularly noting the center's support for first-time parents and smooth transitions for new students. Multiple families report extended enrollment and positive developmental outcomes.

    Caring and patient staffclean facilityquality mealssupportive of first-time parents
  7. 7
    Homestead Ymca Preschool
    4.58 score
    4.9(9)

    1034 Ne 8th St, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 181 children

    Homestead YMCA Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews praising dedicated, caring teachers who excel at academic preparation and character development. Parents consistently highlight the welcoming staff, responsive management, and low teacher turnover that creates a family-like environment.

    Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic preparation for kindergartenwelcoming and friendly staffresponsive to parent concerns
  8. 8
    Campbell Academy INC
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    1405 Ne 8th St, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children

    Campbell Academy receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the loving, attentive staff and clean, well-maintained facility. Parents consistently report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and develop strong social and academic skills. The center is described as family-oriented with caring teachers who help with developmental milestones.

    Loving and attentive staffClean and well-maintained facilityBilingual instruction (English
  9. 9
    Steve'S Academy
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    28901 Sw 137th Ave, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 92 children

    Steve's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the owner Steve's personal involvement, dedicated staff who genuinely care for children, and a clean, well-maintained facility. Parents emphasize strong academic foundations, character education, bilingual instruction, engaging events, and a family-oriented environment. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report lasting positive impacts on their child's development.

    Staff genuinely cares for childrenclean and well-maintained facilitystrong academic curriculumcharacter education (kindness
  10. 10

    800 Ne 12th Ave, Homestead, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children

    Parents consistently praise Campbell Academy for exceptional care, cleanliness, and attentive staff. Children show strong developmental progress including language learning, social skills, and academic readiness. All reviewers express high satisfaction and would recommend the facility.

    Loving and attentive teachersclean and well-maintained facilitybilingual instruction (English and Spanish)child development and learning outcomes

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Homestead based on parent reviews

Little Lambs Christian Academy

5(20)

370 Ne 8th St, Homestead, FL

Little Lambs Christian Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing, welcoming environment and quality of care. Parents highlight the dedicated staff, including Director Mrs. Shibani and teachers like Ms. Maria and Ms. Kayla, and report visible improvements in their children's development and happiness. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, no-screen time policy, and Christian values-based approach to child care.

Nurturing and welcoming environmentattentive and caring staffstrong parent-teacher relationships

Smart Start Of Homestead

5(20)

630 Washington Ave, Homestead, FL

Parents consistently praise Smart Start of Homestead for exceptional care, education, and staff dedication. Multiple families report their children are learning well, happy, and developing significantly. The facility is noted as organized, clean, and trustworthy, with an app for daily photo updates and communication.

Caring and patient staffstrong academic preparationdaily photo/communication app

Little Lambs Christian Academy

5(20)

1200 N Flagler Ave, Homestead, FL

Little Lambs Christian Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, welcoming environment and dedicated staff. Parents highlight noticeable child development improvements, strong parent-staff relationships, and the facility's commitment to quality care and Christian values. The center is consistently recommended as an excellent choice for daycare and early education.

Nurturing and welcoming environmentclean classroomsattentive and caring staff

South Dade Child Development Center

4.9(20)

28520 Sw 148th Ave, Homestead, FL

South Dade Child Development Center in Homestead receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight significant academic and social development in their children, particularly in literacy, math skills, and independence, along with exceptional teacher dedication and strong parent-teacher communication.

Nurturing and engaging environmentdedicated and patient teachersstrong academic progress in reading and writing

United Martial Arts Academy INC

4.8(20)

230 N Krome Ave, Homestead, FL

United Martial Arts Academy in Homestead receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated instructors, positive learning environment, and significant personal growth in their children including improved confidence, discipline, and respect. The academy fosters a strong sense of community and family among students and parents.

Experienced and passionate instructorspositive role modelswelcoming environment

Kids Paradise 2 INC

5(7)

24555 Sw 112th Ave, Homestead, FL

Kids Paradise 2 is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and quality care for infants through pre-K children. Parents consistently highlight the teachers' patience, helpfulness, and involvement, particularly noting the center's support for first-time parents and smooth transitions for new students. Multiple families report extended enrollment and positive developmental outcomes.

Caring and patient staffclean facilityquality meals

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Homestead, Florida

There are 65 child daycare & preschools in Homestead, Florida, making up 77% of the 84 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 Homestead, 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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Frequently asked questions

There are 65 child daycare & preschools daycares in Homestead, Florida, out of 84 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 Homestead, 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
Homestead offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 65 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 7 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 9 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 Homestead for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Homestead 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.