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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in The Villages, FL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in The Villages. Average rating: 4.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

The Villages, Florida at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.47/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
2

The Villages has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 4.47/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in The Villages

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
    New Covenant Kids Preschool
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    3470 Woodridge Dr, The Villages, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 14 children

    Reviews praise New Covenant Kids Preschool as a welcoming, Christ-centered facility with engaging leadership and a strong sense of community. Parents highlight the friendly staff, quality programming for children and teens, and inclusive atmosphere. The facility appears to serve primarily a retirement community with multi-generational participation.

    Welcoming and friendly staffengaging pastor and leadershipyouth programs and mission opportunitiescontemporary and traditional service options
  2. 2
    The Villages Early Childhood Center
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    510 Old School Rd, The Villages, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 442 children

    The Villages Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring teachers, engaging activities, and strong foundation for kindergarten readiness. However, one parent reported concerns about staff training, high student ratios, and alleged dismissal of children with behavioral differences.

    Caring and patient teachersengaging daily activitiessmooth transition to kindergartenwell-maintained facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in The Villages

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in The Villages, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

4.8avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in The Villages (14–442 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in The Villages based on parent reviews

The Villages Early Childhood Center

4.6(6)

510 Old School Rd, The Villages, FL

The Villages Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring teachers, engaging activities, and strong foundation for kindergarten readiness. However, one parent reported concerns about staff training, high student ratios, and alleged dismissal of children with behavioral differences.

Caring and patient teachersengaging daily activitiessmooth transition to kindergarten

Little Buffalo Learning Center

4(3)

560 Fieldcrest Dr, The Villages, FL

Several parents highlight the school's caring staff, strong communication via daily updates, and effective early learning programs. However, one reviewer reports a serious incident involving a fractured skull and alleges a lack of accountability from the administration.

caring and thorough staffdaily communication and photo updatesengaging activities

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Daycare types in The Villages

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in The Villages, Florida

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in The Villages, Florida, making up 67% of the 3 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 The Villages have an average rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in The Villages, 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 The Villages

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The Villages Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Villages Early Childhood Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with most parents praising the caring teachers, engaging activities, and strong foundation for kindergarten readiness. However, one parent reported concerns about staff training, high student ratios, and alleged dismissal of children with behavioral differences.

Caring and patient teachersengaging daily activitiessmooth transition to kindergarten
Address
510 Old School Rd, The Villages, FL
Phone
(352) 259-7161
Little Buffalo Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Several parents highlight the school's caring staff, strong communication via daily updates, and effective early learning programs. However, one reviewer reports a serious incident involving a fractured skull and alleges a lack of accountability from the administration.

caring and thorough staffdaily communication and photo updatesengaging activities
Address
560 Fieldcrest Dr, The Villages, FL
Phone
(352) 259-6876

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in The Villages, Florida, out of 3 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in The Villages have an average Google rating of 4.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in The Villages, 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
The Villages offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church 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 The Villages for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in The Villages 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.