Best Headstart Programs in Tallahassee, FL

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Tallahassee

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

   Majestic Eagles Childcare And Learning Academy INC

   4.64 score

   5(9)

   2604 Pasco St, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 43 children

   Elements of Learning Child Development Center in Tallahassee receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the director Mrs. Nina's passion and dedication, the nurturing and professional staff, clean and safe facilities, well-balanced curriculum combining academics with play-based learning, and strong parent communication.

   Passionate and caring director and staffclean and well-sanitized facilitysafe enviro
2. 2

   Higher Learning Child Development Center

   4.64 score

   4.8(20)

   2344 Lake Bradford Rd, # 2, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 94 children

   These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center. The reviews describe experiences at Old West Florida Enrichment Center, a venue used for religious services, weddings, conventions, and other events. No reviews actually address childcare services, staff, curriculum, or child development programs.

   Spacious facilitywell-maintainedhospitable staffgood customer service
3. 3

   Killearn United Methodist Preschool

   4.56 score

   4.7(20)

   2800 Shamrock St S, Tallahassee, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 180 children

   Killearn United Methodist Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality teachers, and integration of religious education with academic activities. The facility is noted for well-maintained grounds and engaging programming for children.

   Great teachersvariety of activitiesreligious education integrated with academicswelcoming and friendly staff
4. 4

   The Creative Pre-School

   4.55 score

   5(6)

   2746 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 115 children

   The Creative Pre-School is highly praised by parents for its research-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum led by Dr. Pam Phelps. Parents consistently highlight exceptional language development outcomes, strong staff engagement, low teacher turnover, and a loving family-oriented environment that supports each child's individual needs.

   Research-based curriculumlanguage development resultsengaged and loving stafflow teacher turnover
5. 5

   School For Young Children

   4.55 score

   5(6)

   624 N Gadsden St, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 70 children

   School for Young Children in Tallahassee receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, educated staff and developmentally appropriate teaching methods. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress in a clean, well-maintained facility with good communication and special activities.

   Caring and empathetic teachersknowledgeable staff with higher education degreesdevelopmentally appropriate interactionsclean facilities
6. 6

   Just Like Angels Child Care Center LLC

   4.53 score

   4.8(10)

   310 Laura Lee Ave, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 57 children

   Just Like Angels Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, educational focus, and clean facilities. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, effective communication, and developmental progress. The center is described as a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally.

   Caring and passionate staffstrong academic resultsclean and well-maintained facilityeffective parent communication and open-door policy
7. 7

   Horizons Unlimited Preschool

   4.5 score

   5(5)

   1122 W Orange Ave, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

   Horizons Unlimited Preschool receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Current and prospective families praise the caring environment, affordable pricing compared to competitors, and personalized attention from leadership. The director, Mrs. Cheryl, is highlighted for her involvement in meal preparation and interactions with the community.

   affordable pricingcaring staffsmall classroomsdirector involvement in meal preparation
8. 8

   Great Beginnings Preschool INC

   4.48 score

   4.7(11)

   1904 Talpeco Rd, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children

   Great Beginnings Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, family-oriented staff and clean facility. Parents report their children quickly become comfortable, develop strong bonds with teachers, and make academic progress. The center is noted for affordability and providing a nurturing environment where children thrive.

   Caring and loving staff who treat children like familyclean facilityaffordable pricingstrong teacher-child relationships
9. 9

   Trinity United Methodist Preschool

   4.47 score

   4.7(10)

   120 W Park Ave, Tallahassee, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 75 children

   Trinity United Methodist Preschool is a religious facility with a 4.7/5 Google rating. Reviews predominantly praise the church's community involvement, cleanliness, and welcoming atmosphere. However, the limited reviews specifically about the preschool itself make it difficult to assess daycare-specific experiences.

   Clean facilitycaring congregationcommunity outreach programswelcoming environment
10. 10

    The Learning Pavilion

    4.4 score

    4.5(20)

    3519 Easter Stanley Ct, Tallahassee, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children

    The Learning Pavilion receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, clean facility, and quality early childhood education. Parents highlight strong teacher-child relationships, excellent communication through daily updates and photos, and inclusive practices for children of all abilities. One parent experienced a negative transition when their special needs child was moved to a different classroom with less attentive staff.

    Caring and dedicated teachersclean and safe facilitydaily communication and photo updates via appmeals and snacks included

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