
Compare 273 child daycare & preschools in Orlando. Average rating: 4.34/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Orlando has 273 licensed child daycare & preschools with 3,057 parent reviews averaging 4.34/5.111 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 32825 (avg 4.67 stars), while 32808 has the largest selection (53 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.
6440 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children
My First Steps receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on their children's happiness and development. The center is noted for good hygiene practices, bilingual education, and strong support for children with special needs.
900 W Lancaster Rd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 35 children
La Petite Sunshine Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, safe environment and appreciate the strong communication and individualized attention from leadership, particularly Director Mrs. Desi. The facility is noted as fairly priced with good security measures.
11333 Lake Underhill Rd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 79 children
Discovery Zone Preschool in Orlando receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Families praise the nurturing environment, caring and dedicated staff, and strong academic and social development of their children. Parents highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, and a family-like atmosphere.
882 W Kennedy Blvd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children
Little Learners Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight the educational activities, daily photo updates via app, field trips, and the genuine care shown by owner Courtney and her team. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable developmental progress.
407 N Hyer Ave, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children
Parents consistently praise Hyer Street Skool for its family-oriented atmosphere, loving and experienced staff, and long-term stability. The owner Michelle and her team are noted for building strong relationships with families, maintaining transparent communication, and providing age-appropriate education in a clean, welcoming environment. Multiple families have utilized the center for years and recommend it highly.
3099 Orange Center Blvd, Orlando, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 76 children
These reviews are for a religious facility (Experience Christian Center) rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality of worship services, and leadership. The facility is noted for community outreach programs and professional staff.
6500 Winegard Rd, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 33 children
Note: Reviews appear to be for Life Transforming Ministries church, not a daycare center. Reviewers praise the church's spiritual teachings, community support, welcoming atmosphere, and well-organized events with food and entertainment.
4900 Donovan St, Orlando, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 21 children
The reviews provided appear to be for a church rather than a daycare facility. They praise the worship experience, teaching, and welcoming community atmosphere, but do not contain information about childcare services or educational programs.
9145 Narcoossee Rd, Ste 108, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 110 children
Clayhouse Academy Lake Nona receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the staff's genuine care, nurturing environment, and strong parent communication. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and emotionally invested in attending. The center is noted for its cleanliness, curriculum quality, and frequent family events that build community.
10275 Savannah Park Dr, Orlando, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 219 children
Cranium Academy of East Orlando receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents, who praise the dedicated staff, structured academic curriculum, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report that children are happy, engaged in learning, and treated as individuals. The school is noted for going beyond academics to develop confidence and social skills.
Based on 221 daycares with Google ratings in Orlando
Top qualities mentioned across 3,057 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Orlando, based on parent reviews
Orlando zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32825 | 11 | 4.67 | 4 | |
| 32824 | 6 | 4.6 | 2 | |
| 32828 | 15 | 4.59 | 7 | |
| 32811 | 22 | 4.56 | 11 | |
| 32804 | 9 | 4.51 | 5 | |
| 32837 | 19 | 4.48 | 5 | |
| 32810 | 13 | 4.48 | 3 | |
| 32808 | 53 | 4.48 | 18 | |
| 32806 | 11 | 4.46 | 4 | |
| 32835 | 6 | 4.45 | 1 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Orlando (9–500 children)
Small
up to 30 children
46
Medium
31–75 children
118
Large
76–150 children
93
Very Large
150+ children
88
Highest rated daycares in Orlando based on parent reviews
6440 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL
My First Steps receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on their children's happiness and development. The center is noted for good hygiene practices, bilingual education, and strong support for children with special needs.
900 W Lancaster Rd, Orlando, FL
La Petite Sunshine Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, safe environment and appreciate the strong communication and individualized attention from leadership, particularly Director Mrs. Desi. The facility is noted as fairly priced with good security measures.
11333 Lake Underhill Rd, Orlando, FL
Discovery Zone Preschool in Orlando receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. Families praise the nurturing environment, caring and dedicated staff, and strong academic and social development of their children. Parents highlight excellent communication, cleanliness, and a family-like atmosphere.
882 W Kennedy Blvd, Orlando, FL
Little Learners Academy receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, family-oriented environment and dedicated staff. Parents consistently highlight the educational activities, daily photo updates via app, field trips, and the genuine care shown by owner Courtney and her team. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable developmental progress.
407 N Hyer Ave, Orlando, FL
Parents consistently praise Hyer Street Skool for its family-oriented atmosphere, loving and experienced staff, and long-term stability. The owner Michelle and her team are noted for building strong relationships with families, maintaining transparent communication, and providing age-appropriate education in a clean, welcoming environment. Multiple families have utilized the center for years and recommend it highly.
6500 Winegard Rd, Orlando, FL
Note: Reviews appear to be for Life Transforming Ministries church, not a daycare center. Reviewers praise the church's spiritual teachings, community support, welcoming atmosphere, and well-organized events with food and entertainment.
Finding the right fit for your child in Orlando involves navigating a diverse landscape of 273 childcare and preschool options. Parents consistently highlight clean facilities and safe environments as their primary priorities when making their choice. For those seeking highly rated programs, the 32829 zip code stands out as a neighborhood with exceptional average ratings across its local centers.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Orlando have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 across 221 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.45 stars. Our analysis covers 3,057 parent reviews. Parents in Orlando most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, safe environment, and clean facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Orlando, 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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One parent describes this location as the best day care ever. The single review highlights a highly positive experience without noting any specific issues.
My First Steps receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and positive impact on their children's happiness and development. The center is noted for good hygiene practices, bilingual education, and strong support for children with special needs.
La Petite Sunshine Academy receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, professional staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive in the clean, safe environment and appreciate the strong communication and individualized attention from leadership, particularly Director Mrs. Desi. The facility is noted as fairly priced with good security measures.
Beautiful Angels Academy Inc receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and educational approach. Parents report their children have shown significant growth socially, emotionally, and academically, with excellent parent communication. The center is described as welcoming, well-organized, and nurturing.
Reviewers highlight the staff as caring and great, with the director being consistently available to assist both children and parents. One parent notes that their son loved the school staff and learned a lot, while others describe the center as a positive influence in the neighborhood.
One parent highlights the long-term satisfaction of their child's five-year enrollment, specifically praising staff members Mrs. Vicky and Mrs. Shania as exceptional caregivers. The review expresses strong affection for the center's personnel without noting any drawbacks.
Precious Moment Dev Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and home-based environment. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, including improved communication and learning, along with a clean, safe, and fun setting. The caregivers, particularly Mrs. Carla and Michelle, are consistently described as genuinely invested in the children's wellbeing and development.
1st Pavilion Kids Academy receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, loving staff and family-like environment. Parents highlight the small school setting that allows for individualized attention, strong educational programs with a Christian foundation, and children's happiness and growth at the facility.
Parents highlight the professional and caring staff, particularly Mrs. Tiffani, who provide a safe and engaging learning environment with diverse teaching methods. Families appreciate the structured activities, unity through uniforms, and the facility's acceptance of 4C funding.
One parent describes the staff as awesome, specifically highlighting their appreciation for Mrs. Carmen and Mrs. Sherry. The few reviews so far mention a positive experience with the center-based staff.
One parent highlights the Ferguson location for being wonderful, very clean, and offering great service at a competitive price, noting that the director is responsive and their daughter enjoys the homework assistance. Another review expresses appreciation for the care provided to a niece and nephew, praising the educational value of the program.
Big Stars Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular commendation for the director Ms. Lisandra and her caring, patient staff. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including improved speech, academic skills, and social adaptation, along with effective daily communication through photos and videos.
One parent describes the facility as a clean and safe environment with attentive and caring staff that supports learning and play. Another review simply expresses appreciation for the staff.
Clayhouse Academy Lake Nona receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents, who praise the staff's genuine care, nurturing environment, and strong parent communication. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and emotionally invested in attending. The center is noted for its cleanliness, curriculum quality, and frequent family events that build community.
One parent describes DIVINE ORDERS PREPARATORY ACADEMY as the best school they have ever seen. The single review provided is highly positive, with the parent expressing strong affection for the institution. No specific details about curriculum, staff, or facilities are included in this feedback.
A single reviewer gives ERMA'S DAY CARE CENTER OF ORLANDO a perfect score, describing the experience simply as 'awesome.' With no other feedback available, there is insufficient data to identify specific operational strengths or weaknesses.
One parent describes a long-term positive experience where staff feel like family and keep children safe, noting that older children remain engaged through summer activities. Another review highlights academic progress, specifically a four-year-old's ability to read, spell, and count.
One parent describes KIDZVILLE ACADEMY as the best daycare for their children and grandchildren, highlighting the staff's kindness and respect. The facility is noted for being very clean and providing a safe environment, with convenient operating hours that close at 6:30 pm.
One parent highlights the center's caring teachers and their focus on their daughter's well-being and learning. The review expresses strong satisfaction with the staff's dedication to the child's development.
Parents report that children quickly adapt to the environment, with some transitioning from initial reluctance to enjoying the time spent there. Reviewers highlight significant improvements in academic and behavioral development, noting that staff make strong efforts to overcome language barriers.
Greater Tomorrow Christian Academy receives consistently positive reviews from parents who praise the caring staff and welcoming environment. Parents highlight the owner Mr. Amos and staff members for their professionalism, kindness, and genuine care for both children and families. Children show measurable academic progress in literacy, numeracy, and other developmental areas.
Parents consistently praise Hyer Street Skool for its family-oriented atmosphere, loving and experienced staff, and long-term stability. The owner Michelle and her team are noted for building strong relationships with families, maintaining transparent communication, and providing age-appropriate education in a clean, welcoming environment. Multiple families have utilized the center for years and recommend it highly.
One parent highlights exceptional staff and a curriculum that makes their child eager to attend VPK since age two and a half. A former attendee from 2003-2004 recalls friendly interactions and educational field trips, noting no issues during their time there.
Rising Star Karate and Dance Studio receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the instructors' skill, encouragement, and ability to make learning engaging. Children show noticeable improvement in athletic performance and enjoy attending classes.
Reviewers highlight the exceptional quality of the director and staff, noting that they go above and beyond to care for and educate children. Parents express high satisfaction with the environment, stating their grandchildren are well-cared for and enjoy attending.
Parents highlight the staff's welcoming nature and extensive experience, noting that children are excited to attend and feel cared for. Reviewers appreciate the clean, safe environment and the use of an app to track daily activities like eating and napping.
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