Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Plant City, FL
Compare 23 child daycare & preschools in Plant City. Average rating: 4.3/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Plant City, Florida at a glance
- Programs
- 23
- Avg rating
- 4.3/5
- Parent reviews
- 217
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 12
Plant City has 23 licensed child daycare & preschools with 217 parent reviews averaging 4.3/5.12 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 57% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 33566 (avg 4.68 stars), while 33563 has the largest selection (19 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Plant City
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.
- 1Strawberry Hills Head Start/Early Head Start4.67 score5(10)
701 Tillman Place, Plant City, FL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 60 children
Parents consistently praise Strawberry Hills Head Start for its caring, nurturing staff and positive learning environment. Children show significant growth in academics, communication, confidence, and independence. Parents feel confident their children are safe, loved, and well-prepared for future educational settings.
Caring and patient staffclean and organized facilityindividualized attention to each childconsistent parent communication - 2First Baptist Learning Center4.64 score4.8(20)
402 N. Collins Street, Plant City, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 86 children
FIRST BAPTIST LEARNING CENTER in Plant City, Florida has a 4.8/5 Google rating, though the available reviews are about the church facility itself rather than the daycare program. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and quality of worship services.
Welcoming and friendly communityexcellent facility with ample parking and covered entranceage-appropriate programs for childrenattentive staff and greeters - 3Walden Lake Early Learning Center4.63 score4.8(18)
2730 Turkey Creek Road, Plant City, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 135 children
Walden Lake Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff care, strong academic preparation, and a family-oriented environment. Parents emphasize the teachers' genuine love for the children, flexible emergency care, and inclusive approach to children with special needs. Multiple families have been loyal customers for years, with children showing significant academic gains.
Caring and loving staffstrong pre-acad - 4Lil Explorers Christian Center INC.4.48 score4.6(20)
301 E. Alsobrook Street, Plant City, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 113 children
Parents praise Lil Explorers Christian Center as a welcoming church community with loving staff and quality childcare. The facility offers biblical teaching, multiple services including Spanish bilingual options, and various programs for children and families. Parents consistently highlight the approachable, caring staff and strong sense of community.
Welcoming and friendly staffquality childcare for children of all agesbiblical teachingmultiple Sunday services and bilingual options - 5First Presbyterian Learning Center4.37 score4.5(14)
404 W. Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 180 children
First Presbyterian Learning Center in Plant City has a 4.5/5 Google rating. Parents praise both the early learning and aftercare programs, highlighting wonderful and friendly staff with excellent care for children.
Amazing programswonderful stafffriendly atmospherecaring for children - 6Shiloh Baptist Church Preschool4.32 score4.4(20)
905 W. Terrace Street, Plant City, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children
Reviews consistently praise Shiloh Baptist Church's welcoming community and pastoral leadership. Parents highlight the meaningful sermons, strong sense of belonging, and personalized attention from church leadership and congregation members. However, these reviews appear to focus on the church itself rather than preschool/daycare services.
Welcoming congregationcompassionate pastor (Brother Joe/Pastor John Foxx)meaningful sermonsstrong sense of community and family - 7A + Learning Center4.3 score4.6(5)
1109 W. Grant Street, Plant City, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 156 children
A+ Learning Center in Plant City has mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the cleanliness, teacher quality, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving police intervention related to staff conduct and questioned the owner's response.
Clean facilitycaring and sweet teacherswelcoming environmentlong-term student retention - 8Autumn Leaf Academy4.25 score4.4(8)
3007 Daniels Road, Plant City, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children
Autumn Leaf Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff praised for being caring, supportive, and communicative. Parents highlight the center's ability to work with children with special needs and behavioral challenges. Two negative reviews mention concerns about labeling a child as manipulative and misleading website information about free preschool programs.
caring and supportive staffopen communication with parentshelpful with potty training and behavioral managementunderstanding of children with special needs (ADHD) - 9Golden Rule Child Care Centers LLC4.08 score4.1(20)
104 Golden Rule Lane, Plant City, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 160 children
Golden Rule Child Care Centers LLC in Plant City receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the genuine care, welcoming staff, and family-like atmosphere. Many parents report their children are happy to attend and have long-term loyalty to the facility.
Caring and genuine stafffamily-like treatment of childrenaccommodating to parent needs (breastfeeding supportcommunication) - 10Plant City Learning Center INC.3.76 score3.7(20)
651 E. Alexander Street, Plant City, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 223 children
Plant City Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents. Reviewers highlight the caring, attentive staff, educational programs, and clean facilities. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and strong child development outcomes.
Caring and loving staffeducational activities and curriculumclean and well-maintained facilityexcellent communication with parents
Rating Distribution
Based on 21 daycares with Google ratings in Plant City
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 217 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Plant City, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Plant City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33566 | 7 | 4.68 | 4 | |
| 33563 | 19 | 4.09 | 7 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Plant City (29–223 children)
Small
up to 30 children
1
Medium
31–75 children
10
Large
76–150 children
12
Very Large
150+ children
6
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Plant City based on parent reviews
Walden Lake Early Learning Center
2730 Turkey Creek Road, Plant City, FL
Walden Lake Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff care, strong academic preparation, and a family-oriented environment. Parents emphasize the teachers' genuine love for the children, flexible emergency care, and inclusive approach to children with special needs. Multiple families have been loyal customers for years, with children showing significant academic gains.
Golden Rule Child Care Centers LLC
105 Thrasher Road, Plant City, FL
A parent notes that the center has been reliable for multiple children, highlighting the staff's dedication and reasonable rates for those paying out of pocket. Other reviewers describe the environment as fun with friendly staff and a generally positive experience.
First Presbyterian Learning Center
404 W. Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL
First Presbyterian Learning Center in Plant City has a 4.5/5 Google rating. Parents praise both the early learning and aftercare programs, highlighting wonderful and friendly staff with excellent care for children.
A + Learning Center
1109 W. Grant Street, Plant City, FL
A+ Learning Center in Plant City has mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the cleanliness, teacher quality, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving police intervention related to staff conduct and questioned the owner's response.
Autumn Leaf Academy
3007 Daniels Road, Plant City, FL
Autumn Leaf Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff praised for being caring, supportive, and communicative. Parents highlight the center's ability to work with children with special needs and behavioral challenges. Two negative reviews mention concerns about labeling a child as manipulative and misleading website information about free preschool programs.
Lil Munchkins Learning Center INC.
702 S. Evers Street, Plant City, FL
Parents highlight the caring and attentive nature of staff members, specifically naming Mr. Devin and Ms. Veronica for their kindness and deep connection with students and families. Reviewers report that children thrive socially and academically, expressing excitement and love for the daycare environment.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Plant City, Florida
There are 23 child daycare & preschools in Plant City, Florida, making up 79% of the 29 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.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Plant City have an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 across 21 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 217 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Plant City, 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 Plant City
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A parent notes that the center has been reliable for multiple children, highlighting the staff's dedication and reasonable rates for those paying out of pocket. Other reviewers describe the environment as fun with friendly staff and a generally positive experience.
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- 105 Thrasher Road, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent describes the teachers at Liberty Christian Preschool as awesome. The single review provided is exclusively positive with no mentioned drawbacks.
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- 2805 W Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Walden Lake Early Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff care, strong academic preparation, and a family-oriented environment. Parents emphasize the teachers' genuine love for the children, flexible emergency care, and inclusive approach to children with special needs. Multiple families have been loyal customers for years, with children showing significant academic gains.
- Address
- 2730 Turkey Creek Road, Plant City, FL
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- (813) 752-7008
One parent describes the staff as great people, highlighting a positive interpersonal experience at the center. This single review indicates a welcoming atmosphere without detailing specific operational aspects or drawbacks.
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- 121 W Prosser Drive, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent describes the staff at Kids World as great people, highlighting a positive interpersonal experience. The single review does not mention any specific operational details or complaints.
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- 410 S. Collins Street, Plant City, FL
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- (813) 757-0003
Parents highlight the caring and attentive nature of staff members, specifically naming Mr. Devin and Ms. Veronica for their kindness and deep connection with students and families. Reviewers report that children thrive socially and academically, expressing excitement and love for the daycare environment.
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- 702 S. Evers Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
A+ Learning Center in Plant City has mostly positive reviews, with parents praising the cleanliness, teacher quality, and welcoming environment. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving police intervention related to staff conduct and questioned the owner's response.
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- 1109 W. Grant Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
First Presbyterian Learning Center in Plant City has a 4.5/5 Google rating. Parents praise both the early learning and aftercare programs, highlighting wonderful and friendly staff with excellent care for children.
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- 404 W. Reynolds Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Autumn Leaf Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with staff praised for being caring, supportive, and communicative. Parents highlight the center's ability to work with children with special needs and behavioral challenges. Two negative reviews mention concerns about labeling a child as manipulative and misleading website information about free preschool programs.
- Address
- 3007 Daniels Road, Plant City, FL
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- (813) 752-4561
Golden Rule Child Care Centers LLC in Plant City receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting the genuine care, welcoming staff, and family-like atmosphere. Many parents report their children are happy to attend and have long-term loyalty to the facility.
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- 104 Golden Rule Lane, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports an exceptional experience, specifically highlighting staff member Esmeralda and suggesting she receive a raise. In contrast, another review labels the facility as the worst place to take children, offering no further details on specific issues.
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- 508 Lakewood Avenue, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports excellent care, praising the teachers' attentiveness and dedication. Conversely, another parent describes a severe incident involving physical and inappropriate touching, alleging that staff dismissed the child's account and failed to intervene, which led to police and DCF involvement.
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- 3512 W. Baker Street, Plant City, FL
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- (813) 754-4880
One parent mentions proximity to a workplace, while another reports that foster children were removed from the program after two weeks due to concerns about staff maturity and overall experience.
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- 901 S. Waller Street, Plant City, FL
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- (813) 707-8490
Plant City Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents and grandparents. Reviewers highlight the caring, attentive staff, educational programs, and clean facilities. Multiple families report long-term enrollment and strong child development outcomes.
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- 651 E. Alexander Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Linda's Little People receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families highlighting quality instruction and caring staff, but serious concerns from recent parents regarding staff behavior and child safety. Positive experiences emphasize child development and enjoyable learning environment, while negative reviews cite staff being harsh with children and questionable judgment regarding outdoor activities during severe weather.
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- 1406 N. Wheeler Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent reports that the center removes negative feedback from its social media pages, preventing prospective families from making informed decisions. Additionally, the reviewer cites concerns regarding how the facility handles accidents between children, leading them to choose not to enroll their child.
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- 605 Nw Drane Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Children's Nest Day School in Plant City receives consistently excellent reviews from long-term parents who praise the caring, compassionate staff and family-like environment. Parents report their children experience developmental growth, including improvements in speech and learning, and enjoy attending daily. The facility is noted for strong communication, cleanliness, and professional care spanning multiple age groups.
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- 1311 Mendonsa Road, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 1402 W. Knights Griffin Road, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 1202 Grant Street, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 2701 N. Demont Mollin Road, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 1 Raider Place, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Parents consistently praise KinderCare Learning Center Timberlane for exceptional staff care, strong teacher-child relationships, and effective communication with families. The facility is described as clean, well-organized, and nurturing, with age-appropriate activities and a welcoming community atmosphere that makes children eager to attend.
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- 1701 W. Timberlane Drive, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 3102 Sammonds Road, Plant City, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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