
Compare 480 child daycare & preschools in Miami. Average rating: 4.49/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Miami has 480 licensed child daycare & preschools with 5,083 parent reviews averaging 4.49/5.245 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 64% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 33143 (avg 4.86 stars), while 33175 has the largest selection (22 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.
14092 Sw 84th St, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 81 children
Parents consistently praise this Montessori center for its nurturing, loving environment and caring staff. Children show significant developmental progress, including improvements in speech, social skills, and confidence. Families report excellent communication, smooth transitions, and children being excited to attend daily.
12332 Quail Roost Dr, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 102 children
Bumble Bee Day Care & Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the quality of education, engaging activities, clean facilities, and strong safety measures. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and thriving both academically and socially.
10316 W Flagler St, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children
Leilany Nursery School in Miami receives consistently perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, attentive staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the bilingual education, cleanliness, child development, and genuine care provided by the owner and teachers. Families report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and thriving developmentally.
10710 Westwood Lake Dr, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 37 children
Parents consistently praise I & J Happy Faces Learning Center as a family-oriented, safe, and caring environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Director Jailine and teacher Clara are frequently highlighted for their exceptional dedication, communication, and personal investment in each child's growth. All reviewers rate the center 5/5 stars and strongly recommend it.
8710 Sw 20th Ter, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children
Pebbles & Bam Bam Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, patient staff and clean, organized facility. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and developing new skills while feeling welcomed and comfortable with the teachers and director.
13755 Sw 90th St, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 41 children
Starting Ahead Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its academic curriculum, nurturing environment, and staff dedication. Parents consistently highlight significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the director Alexandra Diaz's hands-on leadership and parent communication. Multiple parents note the school effectively prepares children for kindergarten success.
21101 Ne 26th Ave, Miami, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 130 children
Chabad Chayil is a religious Jewish facility in Miami that receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its welcoming community atmosphere and leadership. Parents praise Rabbi Moshe Kievman and his wife Layah for creating an inclusive, warm environment centered on Jewish education and community connection. One reviewer noted concerns about parking and traffic safety issues in the surrounding area.
12289 Sw 112 Street, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children
Devon Aire Kiddy College receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents who highlight the genuine care and involvement of owner Barbie and her dedicated staff. Parents consistently praise the family-like environment, safety, educational quality, and the emotional well-being of their children. Many families have enrolled multiple children over years and recommend the center highly.
8670 Bird Rd, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 120 children
Parents consistently praise Fantasyland Learning Center (Little Stars) for exceptional care, educational programming, and strong staff consistency. Families report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally, with staff treating children as family members. Daily communication and photo updates are highlighted as key strengths that build parent confidence.
2419 Sw 147th Ave, Miami, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children
New Horizons Preschool II receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who consistently praise the caring and loving staff, clean facilities, and structured educational curriculum. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and well-prepared for kindergarten, with many families returning for multiple children or staying for many years.
Based on 385 daycares with Google ratings in Miami
Top qualities mentioned across 5,083 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Miami, based on parent reviews
Miami zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33143 | 9 | 4.86 | 5 | |
| 33168 | 7 | 4.83 | 4 | |
| 33183 | 11 | 4.73 | 6 | |
| 33180 | 8 | 4.73 | 5 | |
| 33193 | 9 | 4.69 | 6 | |
| 33184 | 13 | 4.68 | 7 | |
| 33144 | 16 | 4.67 | 11 | |
| 33156 | 11 | 4.64 | 4 | |
| 33175 | 22 | 4.62 | 15 | |
| 33174 | 11 | 4.61 | 5 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Miami (10–543 children)
Small
up to 30 children
50
Medium
31–75 children
215
Large
76–150 children
243
Very Large
150+ children
108
Highest rated daycares in Miami based on parent reviews
14092 Sw 84th St, Miami, FL
Parents consistently praise this Montessori center for its nurturing, loving environment and caring staff. Children show significant developmental progress, including improvements in speech, social skills, and confidence. Families report excellent communication, smooth transitions, and children being excited to attend daily.
12332 Quail Roost Dr, Miami, FL
Bumble Bee Day Care & Learning Center receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the quality of education, engaging activities, clean facilities, and strong safety measures. Children are reported to be happy, excited to attend, and thriving both academically and socially.
10316 W Flagler St, Miami, FL
Leilany Nursery School in Miami receives consistently perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise the warm, attentive staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the bilingual education, cleanliness, child development, and genuine care provided by the owner and teachers. Families report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and thriving developmentally.
10710 Westwood Lake Dr, Miami, FL
Parents consistently praise I & J Happy Faces Learning Center as a family-oriented, safe, and caring environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Director Jailine and teacher Clara are frequently highlighted for their exceptional dedication, communication, and personal investment in each child's growth. All reviewers rate the center 5/5 stars and strongly recommend it.
8710 Sw 20th Ter, Miami, FL
Pebbles & Bam Bam Preschool receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, patient staff and clean, organized facility. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and developing new skills while feeling welcomed and comfortable with the teachers and director.
13755 Sw 90th St, Miami, FL
Starting Ahead Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise its academic curriculum, nurturing environment, and staff dedication. Parents consistently highlight significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the director Alexandra Diaz's hands-on leadership and parent communication. Multiple parents note the school effectively prepares children for kindergarten success.
Miami offers a diverse landscape of childcare options, ranging from large academies to intimate learning centers, ensuring families can find a setting that matches their specific needs. Parents consistently highlight clean facilities, safe environments, and caring staff as the defining features of these programs. Whether you are looking for early education or full-day care, this directory helps you navigate the local options with clarity.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Miami have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 across 385 rated facilities, with 64% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.64 stars. Our analysis covers 5,083 parent reviews. Parents in Miami most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and clean facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Miami, 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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Sheyes of Miami receives highly polarized reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. While many parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and individualized attention to children, several parents report serious concerns including poor communication about incidents, health and safety issues, staff unprofessionalism, and inadequate supervision.
Reviews are highly polarized with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Some members praise the facility's staff, equipment quality, and programs, while others criticize poor management, maintenance issues, unprofessional staff, high fees, limited hours, and slow refund processes.
Parent reviews are highly polarized, with most praising the center's caring staff, educational quality, and organized director Zorilien, while a minority report serious concerns about security, leadership changes, and child safety. The facility features modern amenities like security systems and a tracking app, but some former parents cite inadequate access control and directorial negligence.
It's A Small World Academy receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and quality care, while negative reviews raise serious concerns about management conduct, hygiene practices, lost belongings, shared supplies without consent, and reported incidents of inappropriate physical contact with children.
Kinder House Learning Center II receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, academic advancement, language programs, and clean facilities, but several parents report serious safety concerns including lack of surveillance cameras, inadequate supervision, and incidents of physical harm to children.
Reviews are mixed with limited feedback. One parent praised the center as amazing, while others reported concerns about caregiver behavior and questionable marketing practices. Overall experience appears inconsistent.
One parent reports excellent care at this center-based facility in Miami, noting that while staff are strict with the children, the kids respond positively to them.
One parent describes the facility as the 'absolute worst,' citing the owner's anger issues, poor hygiene leading to mosquito infestations and infections, and the misuse of children's supplies and clothing. In contrast, the center's owner disputes these claims, asserting that they do not harass parents over fees, waive late fees when possible, and strictly adhere to allergy protocols regarding food and supplies.
ABC's Preschool & Learning Academy in Miami receives mixed reviews. One parent praised the school's support for their autistic child's development, while other parents criticized teacher behavior and professionalism, citing loud voices and poor classroom management.
Parents highlight the caring and patient staff, noting that children learn important skills in a clean, beautiful environment. Conversely, one parent reports serious safety concerns, alleging that the teacher was absent and left the child with non-English speaking family members, leading to a contract dispute and withdrawal.
Watch Me Grow Learning Center III receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the educational curriculum, staff professionalism, and safe environment. However, there are two negative reviews citing unprofessional behavior from front desk and management staff, with one review mentioning concerns related to racial discrimination.
Rainbowland Preschool receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring, professional teachers and quality education, with parents reporting their children enjoy attending. Negative reviews raise serious concerns about the director's conduct and alleged inappropriate behavior by staff toward children.
B&G Preschool receives mixed reviews with significant safety concerns reported alongside praise for bilingual education and caring teachers. Multiple parents reported serious incidents including alleged physical punishment, injury mishandling, and CPS investigations, while others praised the learning environment and staff-child relationships. Communication barriers due to limited English-speaking staff are a recurring issue.
Reviews are highly polarized with significant concerns about facility conditions and licensing. Two 5-star reviews praise compassionate staff and exceptional care, while two low-star reviews report serious issues including bedbugs, insufficient food, unlicensed operation, and management concerns.
Step Above Academy receives highly polarized reviews with significant safety and cleanliness concerns reported alongside praise for staff warmth and child development. Multiple parents report serious issues including physical injuries, inadequate sanitation, and illness outbreaks, while others commend the caring atmosphere and educational programs.
Little Heroes Academy receives mixed reviews with significant polarization among parents. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, developmental support, and clear communication, while negative reviews cite staffing issues, health/hygiene concerns, unprofessional handling of conflicts, and questionable billing practices. The facility appears to provide good care for some children but has serious operational and customer service issues according to dissatisfied parents.
Little Drops of Life has received mixed reviews with serious safety concerns. Multiple parents report physical discipline by teachers, inadequate administrative response to incidents, and poor facility conditions, while a few parents praise the laid-back atmosphere and care quality.
Kiddie Ranch School receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about management and facility standards. While some parents praise the summer camp activities and staff friendliness, others report discriminatory practices, unethical business conduct, poor curriculum alignment with state standards, and sanitation issues.
Bright Steps Academy has highly polarized reviews with parents split between very positive and very negative experiences. Some parents report their children learned significantly and appreciated communication about developmental needs, while others expressed serious concerns about staff patience, inadequate supervision, health and safety issues including illness outbreaks and lice exposure, and unresolved reports of physical discipline.
One parent strongly advises against enrollment, citing an incident where child pornography was found on the premises. Another review offers a brief warning to avoid the location entirely.
A parent reports significant issues with management responsiveness and repair scheduling, noting that maintenance crews arrive unannounced without specific dates or times, which is difficult for families with disabilities or medical appointments. Additionally, another review cites a lack of safety at the facility.
Parents report serious concerns about this daycare facility, citing unprofessional and aggressive staff behavior, poor hygiene standards, and unsafe conditions. Multiple reviewers describe incidents involving confrontational staff, expired food service, pest infestations, and inadequate child supervision.
Parents describe Aguamarina Preschool as a warm, nurturing environment where teachers are caring and dedicated to each child's growth. Families highlight the school's innovative, hands-on approach and strong communication, noting that children thrive academically, emotionally, and socially while developing confidence and kindness.
Reviews are highly polarized with both strong praise and serious concerns. Positive reviews highlight good therapies, supportive staff, and happy children, while negative reviews cite poor hygiene, inadequate childcare practices, staff issues, and refund problems. The facility appears to serve children with special needs.
One parent reports that the center enforces a mandatory 90-minute nap time with no alternatives for children who do not sleep, making it unsuitable for those needing extended hours. The reviewer also notes that promised flexible schedules and detailed daily routines were not honored, leading to regret over the enrollment decision.
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