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Best Church Daycare in Bartow, FL

Compare 4 church daycare in Bartow. Average rating: 3.85/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Bartow, Florida at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
3.85/5
Parent reviews
94
Top rated (4.5+)
5

Bartow has 4 licensed church daycare with 94 parent reviews averaging 3.85/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 45% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 33830 with 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bartow

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
    First Presbyterian Vpk Of Bartow
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    355 S Florida Ave, Bartow, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 24 children

    Parents consistently praise First Presbyterian VPK of Bartow for its welcoming religious community and engaging spiritual leadership. Reviews highlight the kindness and caring nature of the church community, with particular appreciation for Pastor Josh's sermons. The facility appears to offer food services that parents find satisfactory.

    Friendly and welcoming communityPastor Josh and his sermonsKind and caring staffFood service
  2. 2
    Bartow Wee Care INC
    4.31 score
    4.5(8)

    1570 S Gordon Ave, Bartow, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 125 children

    Bartow Wee Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff, particularly Ms. Sue and Ms. Tara, for their caring approach and developmental support. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academics, social skills, and confidence. One non-parent complaint mentions safety concerns regarding traffic speed in the residential area during drop-off.

    Caring and dedicated staffstrong teacher-student relationshipsacademi
  3. 3
    Graham’S Learning Academy
    4.13 score
    4.2(9)

    2195 E Georgia St, Bartow, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    Graham's Learning Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for Ms. Graham's caring staff, bilingual support, and commitment to child learning and development. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about unsafe driving practices and reported language barriers affecting non-English speaking children.

    caring and dedicated staffbilingual supportstrong academic focuspersonalized attention
  4. 4
    Gloryland Express II
    4 score
    4(20)

    490 W Davidson St, Bartow, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 175 children

    Gloryland Express II receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents highlight the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, and strong communication through daily updates and photos. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show enthusiasm about their experiences.

    Caring and professional staffClean and spacious facilitiesDaily updates and photos via appStrong director (Ms. Sunshine) leadership
  5. 5
    Little Leaders Of Tomorrow Child Care Center
    3.6 score
    3.4(10)

    850 Forrest Dr, Bartow, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 20 children

    Little Leaders of Tomorrow receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, and educational activities, with several families having attended for years. However, serious safety concerns have been raised including children being dropped off at wrong locations and left unsupervised.

    Caring and knowledgeable staffclean facilityhands-on teachersgood communication with parents
  6. 6
    God'S Tots Learning Center INC
    3.18 score
    2.6(7)

    875 E Main St, Bartow, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 37 children

    God's Tots Learning Center has extremely polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff, cleanliness, Christian values, and reasonable costs, while negative reviews contain serious allegations of child abuse, inadequate supervision, unprofessional management, and unsafe conditions.

    Affordable pricingChristian-based environmentcaring staff (per some reviews)clean facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 11 daycares with Google ratings in Bartow

4.5 - 5.0
5
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Bartow, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.76avg rating
9 daycares · 8 rated

Church Daycare

4.07avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Bartow zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3383015
3.85
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Bartow (20–240 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

5

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Bartow based on parent reviews

First Presbyterian Vpk Of Bartow

4.6(12)

355 S Florida Ave, Bartow, FL

Parents consistently praise First Presbyterian VPK of Bartow for its welcoming religious community and engaging spiritual leadership. Reviews highlight the kindness and caring nature of the church community, with particular appreciation for Pastor Josh's sermons. The facility appears to offer food services that parents find satisfactory.

Friendly and welcoming communityPastor Josh and his sermonsKind and caring staff

Kidz Life After School

5

915 S Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL

God'S Tots Learning Center INC

2.6(7)

875 E Main St, Bartow, FL

God's Tots Learning Center has extremely polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff, cleanliness, Christian values, and reasonable costs, while negative reviews contain serious allegations of child abuse, inadequate supervision, unprofessional management, and unsafe conditions.

Affordable pricingChristian-based environmentcaring staff (per some reviews)

Map

Daycare types in Bartow

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Church Daycare 4Before or After School Daycare 2

Church Daycare in Bartow, Florida

There are 4 church daycare in Bartow, Florida, making up 27% of the 15 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Bartow have an average rating of 3.85 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities, with 45% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.07 stars. Our analysis covers 94 parent reviews.

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

All Church Daycare in Bartow

Showing 4 results

Kidz Life After School
Church Daycare
5
Address
915 S Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL
Phone
(863) 519-5433
First Presbyterian Vpk Of Bartow
Church Daycare
4.6

Parents consistently praise First Presbyterian VPK of Bartow for its welcoming religious community and engaging spiritual leadership. Reviews highlight the kindness and caring nature of the church community, with particular appreciation for Pastor Josh's sermons. The facility appears to offer food services that parents find satisfactory.

Friendly and welcoming communityPastor Josh and his sermonsKind and caring staff
Address
355 S Florida Ave, Bartow, FL
Phone
(863) 533-5005
God'S Tots Learning Center INC
Church Daycare
2.6

God's Tots Learning Center has extremely polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the staff, cleanliness, Christian values, and reasonable costs, while negative reviews contain serious allegations of child abuse, inadequate supervision, unprofessional management, and unsafe conditions.

Affordable pricingChristian-based environmentcaring staff (per some reviews)
Address
875 E Main St, Bartow, FL
Phone
(863) 537-6643
First Methodist School
Church Daycare
Address
455 S Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL
Phone
(863) 533-0905

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 church daycare daycares in Bartow, Florida, out of 15 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Bartow have an average Google rating of 3.85 out of 5 across 11 rated facilities. About 45% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Bartow, 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
Bartow offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Bartow for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bartow 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.