How do I choose the right daycare in Inverness?

When choosing a daycare in Inverness, 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

What types of daycare are available in Inverness?

Inverness offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Inverness, Florida (8 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Florida?

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 Inverness for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Inverness

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.

Little Friends Learning Center Of Citrus County, INC.

4.75 score

5(15)

416 S Us Highway 41, Inverness, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 194 children

Little Friends Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the professional and caring staff, safe environment, educational approach, and their children's happiness and development at the center.

professional and experienced staffcaring and loving teacherssafe and clean facilitysmall-to-medium size

Playcare Early Learning Center, LLC

4.4 score

4.5(19)

215 S Apopka Ave, Inverness, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children

Playcare Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who describe it as a family-oriented facility with caring, attentive staff. Parents highlight the cleanliness, personalized attention, developmental support, and strong communication through daily photos and updates. Multiple long-term families credit the center with preparing their children for kindergarten and creating a warm, welcoming environment.

Family-owned and operatedcaring and nurturing staffclean facilitypersonalized developmental attention

Child Daycare & Preschools in Inverness, Florida

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Inverness, Florida, making up 73% of the 11 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 Inverness, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Inverness, Florida, out of 11 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 Inverness, 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

Inverness offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 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 Inverness for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Inverness 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Inverness, Florida

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Inverness

Top Rated

Little Friends Learning Center Of Citrus County, INC.

Playcare Early Learning Center, LLC

Noah'S Ark School Readiness Center INC

Kiz 'R' Russ, INC

Tadpoles Early Learning Center

Today'S Child

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Daycare types in Inverness