How do I choose the right daycare in Vero Beach?

When choosing a daycare in Vero Beach, 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

What types of daycare are available in Vero Beach?

Vero Beach offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities Headstart Programs — 4 facilities Church Daycare — 10 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Headstart Programs in Vero Beach, Florida (4 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Florida?

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 Vero Beach for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Vero Beach

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.

Redeemer Lutheran Preschool

4.72 score

4.9(20)

900 27th Ave, Vero Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

No reviews of the preschool program were found. The Google rating of 4.9/5 reflects reviews of the affiliated Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, not the daycare facility. Reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, pastoral leadership, and community programs.

Warm and welcoming congregationuplifting sermonscommunity outreach programsfamily-friendly environment

Community Church Preschool

4.64 score

4.8(20)

1901 23rd St, Vero Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 180 children

Community Church Preschool hosted candlelight concert events featuring classical musicians performing popular music selections. Parents consistently praised the talented musicians, beautiful ambiance created by candles, and overall quality of the performances.

talented and engaging musiciansbeautiful candlelit atmospheregood music selectionprofessional performances

Hope Montessori Academy, INC

4.62 score

4.8(17)

2715 Atlantic Blvd, Vero Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 52 children

Hope Montessori Academy receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and welcoming staff, strong leadership from director Mrs. Iliana, and their children's academic progress and happiness. The facility is noted for its safe, clean environment, enriching activities, and Christian values.

Caring and attentive staffwelcoming atmospherestrong director leadershipsmooth transitions for new students

Bridges Early Learning Center

4.44 score

4.8(6)

1590 27th Ave, Vero Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 113 children

Parents consistently praise Bridges Early Learning Center for exceptional staff care and professionalism. Children show strong developmental progress, and families report feeling secure and satisfied with daily communication and services. The facility is noted as clean, organized, and well-respected in the Vero Beach area.

Attentive and professional stafffamily-oriented approachdaily picture updatesnutritious warm meals provided

Oxford Academy Preschool Of Vero

4.37 score

4.6(8)

1728 24th St, Vero Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 59 children

Oxford Academy Preschool of Vero receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the owner's genuine love for children and staff's caring approach. Parents consistently highlight the quality of homemade meals and family-like environment. Two negative reviews cite communication issues and frustration with infant enrollment policies.

Loving and caring environmentowner treats children like familystaff affectionate and attentivehomemade fresh meals

Rcma Children'S House

4.33 score

4.6(6)

7625 85th St, Vero Beach, FL · Headstart Programs · Capacity: 59 children

RCMA Children's House receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising its cleanliness, professionalism, and caring staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with particular praise for accommodating children with special needs like autism. One negative review alleged the facility failed to address child neglect and abuse concerns.

Professional and clean facilitycaring and experienced staffbilingual employeeschildren academically advanced

Kendall Academy

4.24 score

4.3(20)

575 Royal Palm Blvd, Vero Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 244 children

Kendall Academy receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and dedicated staff, small class sizes, engaging curriculum, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.

Caring and dedicated teacherssmall class sizes with individual attentionengaging and thoughtful curriculumsafe and clean facility

Vero Beach Preschool INC

4.2 score

4.4(5)

890 6th Ave, Vero Beach, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 99 children

Parents consistently praise Vero Beach Preschool for its caring, family-like atmosphere and dedicated staff who treat children with genuine love and attention. Children show strong developmental progress, and the facility maintains high standards of cleanliness and maintenance. Parents feel comfortable and trust the school's communication about their children's progress and behavior.

Caring and attentive teachersfamily-like atmospherebilingual instruction (Spanish)clean facility

St. Peter'S Missionary Church Preschool

4.19 score

4.3(9)

4250 38th Ave, Vero Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 54 children

St. Peter's Missionary Church Preschool in Vero Beach receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the leadership and community atmosphere. However, reviews are limited and some lack specific details about daycare operations. One reviewer found the experience boring.

Positive leadership (Pastor and First Lady Jefferson)strong sense of community and familyreligious instructioncommunity involvement

20th Avenue Christian Learning Center

4.18 score

4.3(8)

775 20th Ave, Vero Beach, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 85 children

20th Avenue Christian Learning Center is highly regarded by most parents as a loving, well-run facility with biblical curriculum and attentive teachers. The school has grown significantly and helps children develop independence and prepare for kindergarten. However, a few parents expressed concerns about recent management changes and location information accuracy.

Biblical curriculumcaring teachersloving atmospherehelps with child development and independence

Headstart Programs in Vero Beach, Florida

There are 4 headstart programs in Vero Beach, Florida, making up 11% of the 36 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.

When choosing a daycare in Vero Beach, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 4 headstart programs daycares in Vero Beach, Florida, out of 36 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Vero Beach, 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

Vero Beach offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
Church Daycare — 10 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 Vero Beach for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Vero Beach 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.

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