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14 Child Daycare & Preschools in Lake Mary, Florida

Browse all 14 child daycare & preschools in Lake Mary, Florida. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lake Mary

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
    Lake Mary Child Care
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    875 Wallace Ct, Unit 1001, Lake Mary, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

    Lake Mary Child Care receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and small class sizes. Parents consistently report that their children thrive academically and socially, with strong staff retention being a notable advantage. The owner, Lisa, is highlighted for her responsiveness and personal attention to families.

    Small class sizeshighly experienced and stable staff with long tenurecaring and friendly teachersstrong academic preparation (reading
  2. 2

    499 N Country Club Rd, Lake Mary, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 52 children

    Grace United Methodist Church Preschool in Lake Mary receives consistently positive reviews, with all ratings at 5/5 stars. Parents praise the welcoming, loving atmosphere, strong biblical teaching under Pastor Patti's leadership, and the sense of community and family within the congregation.

    welcoming and loving environmentstrong biblical foundationpassionate pastor with theological trainingsense of community and family
  3. 3

    560 Weldon Blvd, Lake Mary, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 54 children

    Unable to provide daycare review summary. The reviews provided are for Lake Mary Events Center, a wedding venue, not for THE LAKE MARY ACADEMY AND MUSIC LLC daycare center. No actual daycare parent reviews are available to summarize.

    None - reviews are for a wedding venuenot a daycare
  4. 4
    Early Learning Child Care
    4.28 score
    4.4(11)

    159 E Wilbur Ave, Lake Mary, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 69 children

    Early Learning Child Care in Lake Mary receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and loving staff, warm nurturing environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending daily. However, one parent raised a concern about a teacher's discipline method involving physical contact with children.

    Caring and loving teacherswarm and safe environmentchildren excited to attendfamily-oriented community feel
  5. 5

    128 W Wilbur Ave, Lake Mary, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 62 children

    No Limits Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the Christian-based environment, caring staff, small class sizes, and strong developmental progress in their children. Families report children are happy, well-cared for, and show measurable improvements in academic, social, and motor skills.

    caring and attentive staffsmall class sizesChristian-based curriculumpersonalized daily communication with parents
  6. 6
    Unique Kidz Academy
    4.1 score
    4.2(5)

    289 Seminole Ave, Lake Mary, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 58 children

    UNIQUE KIDZ ACADEMY receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, director leadership, and educational environment. However, one parent reported serious concerns about communication, lack of responsiveness to parent inquiries, and unexplained injuries to their child.

    Caring and professional staffstrong director leadershipeducational family atmospherechild development and growth

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lake Mary based on parent reviews

Lake Mary Child Care

4.8(20)

875 Wallace Ct, Unit 1001, Lake Mary, FL

Lake Mary Child Care receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and small class sizes. Parents consistently report that their children thrive academically and socially, with strong staff retention being a notable advantage. The owner, Lisa, is highlighted for her responsiveness and personal attention to families.

Small class sizeshighly experienced and stable staff with long tenurecaring and friendly teachers

The Lake Mary Academy And Music LLC

4.7(20)

560 Weldon Blvd, Lake Mary, FL

Unable to provide daycare review summary. The reviews provided are for Lake Mary Events Center, a wedding venue, not for THE LAKE MARY ACADEMY AND MUSIC LLC daycare center. No actual daycare parent reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for a wedding venuenot a daycare

Early Learning Child Care

4.4(11)

159 E Wilbur Ave, Lake Mary, FL

Early Learning Child Care in Lake Mary receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and loving staff, warm nurturing environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending daily. However, one parent raised a concern about a teacher's discipline method involving physical contact with children.

Caring and loving teacherswarm and safe environmentchildren excited to attend

No Limits Early Learning Center

4.3(15)

128 W Wilbur Ave, Lake Mary, FL

No Limits Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the Christian-based environment, caring staff, small class sizes, and strong developmental progress in their children. Families report children are happy, well-cared for, and show measurable improvements in academic, social, and motor skills.

caring and attentive staffsmall class sizesChristian-based curriculum

Unique Kidz Academy

4.2(5)

289 Seminole Ave, Lake Mary, FL

UNIQUE KIDZ ACADEMY receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, director leadership, and educational environment. However, one parent reported serious concerns about communication, lack of responsiveness to parent inquiries, and unexplained injuries to their child.

Caring and professional staffstrong director leadershipeducational family atmosphere

Legacy Academy For Children

3.3(3)

3050 International Pkwy, Lake Mary, FL

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lake Mary, Florida

There are 14 child daycare & preschools in Lake Mary, Florida, making up 78% of the 18 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 Lake Mary, 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 Lake Mary

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Lake Mary Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Lake Mary Child Care receives exclusively positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and small class sizes. Parents consistently report that their children thrive academically and socially, with strong staff retention being a notable advantage. The owner, Lisa, is highlighted for her responsiveness and personal attention to families.

Small class sizeshighly experienced and stable staff with long tenurecaring and friendly teachers
Address
875 Wallace Ct, Unit 1001, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 444-0347
The Lake Mary Academy And Music LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Unable to provide daycare review summary. The reviews provided are for Lake Mary Events Center, a wedding venue, not for THE LAKE MARY ACADEMY AND MUSIC LLC daycare center. No actual daycare parent reviews are available to summarize.

None - reviews are for a wedding venuenot a daycare
Address
560 Weldon Blvd, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 321-4447
Early Learning Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Early Learning Child Care in Lake Mary receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and loving staff, warm nurturing environment, and children's enthusiasm for attending daily. However, one parent raised a concern about a teacher's discipline method involving physical contact with children.

Caring and loving teacherswarm and safe environmentchildren excited to attend
Address
159 E Wilbur Ave, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 322-0094
No Limits Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

No Limits Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the Christian-based environment, caring staff, small class sizes, and strong developmental progress in their children. Families report children are happy, well-cared for, and show measurable improvements in academic, social, and motor skills.

caring and attentive staffsmall class sizesChristian-based curriculum
Address
128 W Wilbur Ave, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 878-4508
Unique Kidz Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

UNIQUE KIDZ ACADEMY receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, director leadership, and educational environment. However, one parent reported serious concerns about communication, lack of responsiveness to parent inquiries, and unexplained injuries to their child.

Caring and professional staffstrong director leadershipeducational family atmosphere
Address
289 Seminole Ave, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 878-2042
Legacy Academy For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
3050 International Pkwy, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 829-6688
Royal Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3
Address
1001 Greenwood Blvd, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 444-2000
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in Lake Mary (Heathrow location) as a warm, family-oriented daycare with exceptional staff. Reviewers highlight professional teachers, strong leadership, clean facilities, and engaging educational programs. Children reportedly thrive developmentally and are excited to attend daily.

Warm and welcoming environmentprofessional and caring staffstrong leadership and director
Address
7095 County Road 46a, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 804-1080
La Petite Academy #7493-Lake Mary
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy Lake Mary has received consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the caring and engaged teaching staff, strong management, and educational curriculum. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the facility's communication, cleanliness, and welcoming environment. The center appears to have undergone recent improvements in management and operations that have been well-received.

Warm and caring staff
Address
3850 Lake Emma Rd, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 333-9138
Ladybird Academy #2
Child Daycare & Preschools

Ladybird Academy #2 in Lake Mary receives uniformly positive feedback from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents consistently praising the caring staff, strong communication, educational activities, and nurturing environment. Director Sarah Gembecki and several teachers are frequently mentioned by name for their exceptional dedication and personal attention to children.

Warm and caring staffexcellent communication with parentssafe nurturing environment
Address
185 Timacuan Blvd, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 268-9081
Little Pros Academy Of Heathrow
Child Daycare & Preschools

Little Pros Academy of Heathrow receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, welcoming atmosphere, caring staff, and strong educational focus, noting that children are excited to attend and show significant developmental progress. Management is described as actively involved and supportive of both children and teachers.

Caring and attentive teachers (especially Ms. FabiolaMs. SilviaMs. Najia
Address
1032 Aaa Dr, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 444-2268
Starchild Academy-Lake Mary
Child Daycare & Preschools

Starchild Academy-Lake Mary receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the advanced curriculum, dedicated teachers (particularly Ms. Veronica), strong communication, and safe, family-like environment. The school is noted for academic progress in reading, writing, and Spanish, as well as comprehensive care including meals and before/after school services.

Advanced and engaging curriculumdedicated and caring teachersexcellent communication with parents
Address
200 Longwood Lake Mary Rd, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 333-8901
Ucp Of Central Florida Seminole Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
756 North Sun Drive, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 805-9332
Kid City Usa Lake Mary
Child Daycare & Preschools

Kid City USA Lake Mary receives unanimously positive feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff, clean facilities, and strong academic and social development of their children. Families report their children are happy, excited to attend, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and dedicated teachersclean and well-organized facilitystrong academic progress
Address
2720 W Lake Mary Blvd, Lake Mary, FL
Phone
(407) 323-1221

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Frequently asked questions

There are 14 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lake Mary, Florida, out of 18 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 Lake Mary, 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
Lake Mary offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 14 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 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 Lake Mary for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lake Mary 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.