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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Umatilla, FL

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Umatilla. Average rating: 3.95/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Umatilla, Florida at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.95/5
Parent reviews
14
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Umatilla offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 3.95/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Umatilla

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.

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    Little Darlings Children Center INC
    3.27 score
    2.9(10)

    499 N Orange Ave, Umatilla, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 95 children

    Little Darlings Children Center has received highly polarized reviews. While a small number of parents praise the owner Miss Cindy and report their children love attending, the majority of reviews describe serious concerns including physical abuse allegations, staff misconduct, poor hygiene practices, high employee turnover, lack of transparency about health issues, and dismissive management responses to parent concerns.

    Kind and patient owner (Miss Cindy)children

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Umatilla

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Umatilla (95–255 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

1

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Umatilla based on parent reviews

The Sonshine School North

5(4)

550 Hatfield Dr, Umatilla, FL

Parents highlight the staff as personable and fantastic, noting a beautiful building and strong security measures that keep children safe. Reviewers appreciate the engaging playground and curriculum designed to prepare kids for their next educational steps.

amazing teacherspersonable staffbeautiful building

Little Darlings Children Center INC

2.9(10)

499 N Orange Ave, Umatilla, FL

Little Darlings Children Center has received highly polarized reviews. While a small number of parents praise the owner Miss Cindy and report their children love attending, the majority of reviews describe serious concerns including physical abuse allegations, staff misconduct, poor hygiene practices, high employee turnover, lack of transparency about health issues, and dismissive management responses to parent concerns.

Kind and patient owner (Miss Cindy)children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Umatilla, Florida

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Umatilla, Florida. 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 Umatilla have an average rating of 3.95 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.95 stars. Our analysis covers 14 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Umatilla, 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 Umatilla

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The Sonshine School North
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff as personable and fantastic, noting a beautiful building and strong security measures that keep children safe. Reviewers appreciate the engaging playground and curriculum designed to prepare kids for their next educational steps.

amazing teacherspersonable staffbeautiful building
Address
550 Hatfield Dr, Umatilla, FL
Phone
(352) 669-3216
Little Darlings Children Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Little Darlings Children Center has received highly polarized reviews. While a small number of parents praise the owner Miss Cindy and report their children love attending, the majority of reviews describe serious concerns including physical abuse allegations, staff misconduct, poor hygiene practices, high employee turnover, lack of transparency about health issues, and dismissive management responses to parent concerns.

Kind and patient owner (Miss Cindy)children
Address
499 N Orange Ave, Umatilla, FL
Phone
(352) 669-5545

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Umatilla, Florida. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Umatilla have an average Google rating of 3.95 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Umatilla, 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
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 Umatilla for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Umatilla 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.