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27 Preschools in Tampa, Florida

Find the best preschools in Tampa, Florida. Browse 27 options, compare ratings, and choose the right program for your child.

Best Preschools in Tampa

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews β€” preschools with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    8401 W. Linebaugh Avenue, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 139 children

    Storybook Ranch Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, passionate teachers and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, developmental progress in their children, and a warm family-like atmosphere that makes both children and parents feel valued and supported.

    Dedicated and caring teachersstrong communication via app with photos and updateswelcoming and warm environmentdevelopmental progress and learning outcomes
  2. 2
    Primavera Preschool INC.
    4.63 score
    4.8(19)

    12881 Bayou Branch Avenue, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 196 children

    Parents consistently praise Primavera Preschool for its caring, attentive staff and clean, safe environment. The center is noted for strong communication, educational programming, bilingual services, and a family-oriented approach that makes both children and parents feel welcomed and valued.

    Caring and loving teachersresponsive communicationfrequent parent eventsopen visit policy
  3. 3

    3501 W. San Jose Street, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 75 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church, not its preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, pastoral leadership, music programs, and family-oriented services, but do not contain specific feedback about the daycare/preschool operations or child care quality.

    Welcoming congregationstrong pastoral leadershipexcellent music programs (traditional and contemporary)family-friendly programs
  4. 4

    16202 Bruce B Downs Boulevard, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 139 children

    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising St. James UMC as a welcoming faith community. Parents highlight the church's inclusive atmosphere, special programs for children and individuals with disabilities, and friendly staff. However, these reviews appear to be primarily about the church itself rather than its preschool program specifically.

    welcoming communityprograms for disabled/special needs individualsyouth programs through high schooladaptive worship services
  5. 5

    14920 Hutchison Road, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 80 children

    Messiah Lutheran Church Preschool is highly regarded by parents as a caring, welcoming facility where children thrive in a loving environment. The preschool staff are described as kind and patient, helping shy children build confidence. Parents also praise the broader church community for its involvement, support, and family-oriented atmosphere.

    Kind and caring staffchildren thrive academically and sociallypatient approach to developmentwelcoming community
  6. 6

    7311 N. Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 55 children

    Mary's Little Lamb Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, strong communication, and balanced approach to education and play. Parents report their children thrive academically and developmentally while feeling safe and happy. The center is noted for its small, personal attention and flexible accommodations for families.

    Attentive and caring staffstrong teacher-parent communicationengaging curriculumchild safety
  7. 7

    1002 E. Martin Luther King Boulevard, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 104 children

    College Hill COGIC Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the educational foundation, caring staff, and leadership. The facility is credited with preparing children for kindergarten and fostering a love of learning. One negative review cited rude employees, but this contrasts sharply with six five-star reviews.

    Excellent teachers who care about childrenstrong academic preparation for kindergartencaring and involved directorssafe environment
  8. 8

    3211 Sanchez Street, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 75 children

    Blessed Beginnings Preschool Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, daily communication updates, and loving environment for infants and toddlers. One parent reported concerns about sanitation practices and inconsistent staff treatment, though they acknowledged good communication.

    Caring and loving staffdaily app updates with photos and activity logsclean environment (per most reviews)accommodating to parent needs
  9. 9

    6701 S Manhattan Avenue, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 44 children

    Top Kids Bilingual Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring staff, bilingual education approach, and family involvement activities. Parents particularly commend teachers like Ms. Emelia for their passion and dedication to child development. The center is noted for creating a warm, loving environment where children are eager to attend.

    Bilingual curriculum (Spanish and English)caring and passionate teachersfamily engagement activities (Mother's/Father's/Grandparents' DayThanksgiving meals)
  10. 10

    13013 Community Campus Drive, Tampa, FL Β· Capacity: 228 children

    Jewish Community Center Preschool North in Tampa receives consistently high marks from parents who praise the caring teachers and comprehensive programming. Parents highlight the convenient hours (7:30 am-6 pm), regular communication, faith-based curriculum, enrichment activities, and developmental progress of their children.

    Caring and wonderful teachersfull-time working parent accommodationsextended hours (7:30 am-6 pm)daily updates and incident reports

Preschools in Tampa, Florida

Tampa has 27 preschool programs designed to prepare children ages 3-5 for kindergarten. These programs focus on early literacy, social skills, and structured learning in a nurturing environment.

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

All Preschools in Tampa

Showing 27 results

Noah'S Preschool Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
5016 Garden Lane, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Storybook Ranch Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Storybook Ranch Preschool receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, passionate teachers and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight excellent communication, developmental progress in their children, and a warm family-like atmosphere that makes both children and parents feel valued and supported.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong communication via app with photos and updateswelcoming and warm environment
Address
8401 W. Linebaugh Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Primavera Preschool INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Primavera Preschool for its caring, attentive staff and clean, safe environment. The center is noted for strong communication, educational programming, bilingual services, and a family-oriented approach that makes both children and parents feel welcomed and valued.

Caring and loving teachersresponsive communicationfrequent parent events
Address
12881 Bayou Branch Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
College Hill Cogic Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

College Hill COGIC Preschool receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the educational foundation, caring staff, and leadership. The facility is credited with preparing children for kindergarten and fostering a love of learning. One negative review cited rude employees, but this contrasts sharply with six five-star reviews.

Excellent teachers who care about childrenstrong academic preparation for kindergartencaring and involved directors
Address
1002 E. Martin Luther King Boulevard, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Blessed Beginnings Preschool Academy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Blessed Beginnings Preschool Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, daily communication updates, and loving environment for infants and toddlers. One parent reported concerns about sanitation practices and inconsistent staff treatment, though they acknowledged good communication.

Caring and loving staffdaily app updates with photos and activity logsclean environment (per most reviews)
Address
3211 Sanchez Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jewish Community Center Preschool North
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Jewish Community Center Preschool North in Tampa receives consistently high marks from parents who praise the caring teachers and comprehensive programming. Parents highlight the convenient hours (7:30 am-6 pm), regular communication, faith-based curriculum, enrichment activities, and developmental progress of their children.

Caring and wonderful teachersfull-time working parent accommodationsextended hours (7:30 am-6 pm)
Address
13013 Community Campus Drive, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mary'S Little Lamb Preschool INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Mary's Little Lamb Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, strong communication, and balanced approach to education and play. Parents report their children thrive academically and developmentally while feeling safe and happy. The center is noted for its small, personal attention and flexible accommodations for families.

Attentive and caring staffstrong teacher-parent communicationengaging curriculum
Address
7311 N. Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Messiah Lutheran Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Messiah Lutheran Church Preschool is highly regarded by parents as a caring, welcoming facility where children thrive in a loving environment. The preschool staff are described as kind and patient, helping shy children build confidence. Parents also praise the broader church community for its involvement, support, and family-oriented atmosphere.

Kind and caring staffchildren thrive academically and sociallypatient approach to development
Address
14920 Hutchison Road, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.5

Note: The reviews provided are for Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church, not its preschool program. Reviews praise the church's welcoming community, pastoral leadership, music programs, and family-oriented services, but do not contain specific feedback about the daycare/preschool operations or child care quality.

Welcoming congregationstrong pastoral leadershipexcellent music programs (traditional and contemporary)
Address
3501 W. San Jose Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. James United Methodist Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising St. James UMC as a welcoming faith community. Parents highlight the church's inclusive atmosphere, special programs for children and individuals with disabilities, and friendly staff. However, these reviews appear to be primarily about the church itself rather than its preschool program specifically.

welcoming communityprograms for disabled/special needs individualsyouth programs through high school
Address
16202 Bruce B Downs Boulevard, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bayshore Baptist Church Preschool
Church Daycare
4.4

Reviews praise Bayshore Baptist Church Preschool as a welcoming community-focused religious facility with an approachable pastor and extensive involvement in local charitable initiatives. Parents highlight the strong sense of community and multiple opportunities for engagement through various programs and services.

welcoming atmospherecommunity-drivenservice-oriented
Address
3111 W. Morrison Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Top Kids Bilingual Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Top Kids Bilingual Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring staff, bilingual education approach, and family involvement activities. Parents particularly commend teachers like Ms. Emelia for their passion and dedication to child development. The center is noted for creating a warm, loving environment where children are eager to attend.

Bilingual curriculum (Spanish and English)caring and passionate teachersfamily engagement activities (Mother's/Father's/Grandparents' Day
Address
6701 S Manhattan Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mother Goose Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Mother Goose Preschool in Tampa receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, small class sizes, bilingual education in Spanish, and family-like atmosphere as key strengths of the center.

caring and dedicated teacherssmall class sizesSpanish language instruction
Address
3407 N. Habana Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Maya Netpark Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents consistently praise MAYA NETPARK PRESCHOOL (referred to as STEAM in reviews) for caring, attentive staff who build strong relationships with children. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress, improved behavior, and children who are excited to attend daily. The facility is noted for responsive communication, accommodating policies, and a warm, welcoming environment.

Caring and attentive teachersstrong child development and academic progresschildren eager to attend
Address
5015 N. 56th Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Childlife Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Childlife Preschool for its caring, attentive staff who create a warm, family-like environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Multiple reviews highlight significant developmental progress across all age groups, from infants through VPK, with parents especially noting strong teacher-child relationships and effective academic preparation for kindergarten. Director Corina and the entire staff receive high marks for professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine investment in each child's growth.

Caring and patient teachersclean and safe facilitiesstrong child development and learning outcomes
Address
11201 W. Waters Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children Care & Preschool Academy Org. INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
9129 Memorial Hwy, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Gateway Christian Academy & Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
14200 N. Central Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Hillsdale Preschool And Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
6201 Ehrlich Road, Tampa, FL
Phone
(813) 884-8250
Mosi Head Start & Preschool Center
Headstart Programs

MOSI Head Start & Preschool Center receives mixed reviews. Several parents praise the staff and learning environment, while others express serious frustration with communication barriers, including no website and an inaccessible phone system. One parent also raised health and sanitation concerns.

Amazing staffgood for child developmentfun learning experience
Address
4901 E. Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Seminole Heights United Methodist Preschool
Church Daycare
Address
509 E. Hanna Street, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Achievers Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3905 E Regnas Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Childlife Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools

Childlife Preschool in Tampa receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong communication from leadership, and their children's happiness and growth at the facility. The center is noted for successfully accommodating children with behavioral challenges and special needs.

Caring and nurturing teachersstrong communication with parentsdedicated director (Ms. D)
Address
13140 Lynn Road, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Congregation Schaarai Zedek Preschool & Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools

Congregation Schaarai Zedek Preschool & CDC receives mostly positive feedback from long-term members who praise the curriculum, staff professionalism, and nurturing environment. However, two recent reviews criticize the staff's customer serviceβ€”one caller reported rudeness when inquiring about enrollment, and another member felt neglected during a personal crisis until they withdrew their membership.

Well-trained and professional teachersstrong curriculum and enric
Address
3303 W. Swann Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jewish Community Center Preschool South Branch
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2710 S. Ysabella Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Eagles Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2801 E. 17th Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Usf Preschool For Creative Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4202 E. Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Wimberley'S Preschool & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
806 N Albany Avenue, Tampa, FL
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 27 preschools in Tampa, Florida. Browse our directory to compare programs, read parent reviews, and find the best option for your child.
Most preschool programs in Tampa accept children between ages 2.5 and 5. Many children start at age 3 or 4, about one to two years before kindergarten. Look for signs of readiness such as being comfortable away from parents, ability to follow simple instructions, and interest in playing with other children.
While both provide childcare, preschools in Tampa typically focus more on structured educational activities to prepare children for kindergarten. Preschool programs often run half-day or school-year schedules, while daycare centers offer full-day, year-round care. Many facilities combine both, offering preschool curriculum within a full-day daycare setting.
Preschool costs in Tampa typically range from $600 to $1,500 per month for full-time programs. Half-day programs are usually less expensive. Some preschools offer financial aid, and Florida may have state-funded pre-K programs for qualifying families. Contact individual facilities for current tuition rates.
When selecting a preschool in Tampa, consider:
  • Visit the facility in person to observe the environment
  • Ask about teacher qualifications and experience
  • Check licensing status with Florida's regulatory agency
  • Review the curriculum and daily schedule
  • Read parent reviews for firsthand experiences
  • Compare staff-to-child ratios across facilities