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Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Palmetto

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

   Learning Is Fun Early Education & Child Care Center, INC

   4.78 score

   5(18)

   1525 10th St W, Palmetto, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

   Learning is Fun Early Education & Child Care Center in Palmetto, Florida receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and structured learning approach. Parents highlight significant developmental progress in their children, strong communication from the center, and a family-like atmosphere that makes them feel confident leaving their kids in care.

   Loving and caring staffclean facilitystructured learning with lesson plansdaily photos and communication with parents
2. 2

   Wee World Child Development Center & Kings Kids

   4.76 score

   5(16)

   1020 4th St W, Palmetto, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 150 children

   Wee World Child Development Center receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, child development outcomes, and welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children have thrived academically and socially, with many highlighting long-term staff like Miss Julie and Ms. Julee. The facility's Christian values and family-oriented environment are frequently mentioned as standout features.

   caring and wonderful staffchild development and academic growthwelcoming community and family atmosphereexperienced teachers (30+ years)
3. 3

   Joy Learning And Development Academy

   4.65 score

   4.9(13)

   2515 37th St E, Palmetto, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 42 children

   Joy Learning and Development Academy is a religious daycare facility in Palmetto with consistently positive reviews. Parents praise the friendly staff, religious focus, and child engagement. All reviews are 5-star ratings.

   Friendly and welcoming teachers and staffchildren enjoy attendingkids are challenged and have funstrong religious/faith-based environment
4. 4

   Adventures In Learning INC

   4.37 score

   4.5(14)

   712 61st St E, Palmetto, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 105 children

   Adventures in Learning Inc receives consistently high praise from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, happy children, and welcoming atmosphere, with particular recognition for owner Carla and teachers like Anna. Families report their children enjoy attending daily and feel confident leaving them in the center's care.

   caring and loving staffhappy childrenpositive atmosphereowner flexibility
5. 5

   Palmetto Youth Center

   4.29 score

   4.4(13)

   501 17th St W, Palmetto, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 283 children

   Palmetto Youth Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Reviewers praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and quality youth programs. The center is also noted for its charitable garage sales and community involvement.

   Caring and helpful staffclean and safe facilitiesgood sports programsaffordable charity garage sales
6. 6

   A+ Growing Academy INC

   4.25 score

   4.5(5)

   800 10th Ave W, Palmetto, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 328 children

   A+ Growing Academy receives mostly positive feedback about staff quality and educational approach, though one detailed review raises serious concerns about billing practices and director management. The facility has strong ratings from satisfied parents but struggles with administrative and facility maintenance issues according to one long-term parent.

   Caring and amazing staffeffective teaching and learning for toddlersowner Mrs. Wanda praised by multiple families
7. 7

   Core Early Education & Learning Center LLC

   4.22 score

   4.4(6)

   605 13th Ave W, Palmetto, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 64 children

   CORE Early Education & Learning Center in Palmetto has mostly positive reviews praising staff enthusiasm, educational curriculum, and individualized child care. However, one negative review alleges inappropriate handling of a sick child and poor facility conditions.

   Caring and enthusiastic staffeducational curriculumstrong communication with parentscommunity involvement
8. 8

   Tiny Tots University, INC

   4.2 score

   4.4(5)

   930 9th Street Dr W, Palmetto, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 90 children

   Tiny Tots University receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, family-oriented environment, and enriching curriculum including cultural education. Parents report excellent communication, safe care, and quality food. One reviewer expressed concerns about limited social media presence and outdated playground equipment.

   Loving and attentive staffnurturing environmentcultural education and diversityquality holiday programs
9. 9

   Kids On The Rock

   3.74 score

   3.6(9)

   1401 14th Ave W, Palmetto, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 240 children

   Kids On The Rock receives mixed reviews with a stark divide between highly satisfied long-term families and parents with serious concerns. The majority of reviews are 5-star testimonials praising staff dedication, safe environment, and child development, but several 1-star reviews cite management issues, hygiene concerns, and unprofessional handling of parental complaints.

   Warm and dedicated staffpositive learning environmentchild development focussafety

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