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Best Church Daycare in Lake Wales, FL

Compare 1 church daycare in Lake Wales. Average rating: 3.96/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lake Wales, Florida at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.96/5
Parent reviews
53
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Lake Wales has 1 licensed church daycare with 53 parent reviews averaging 3.96/5.The largest concentration is in 33853 with 12 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lake Wales

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
    Special Treasures Preschool
    4 score
    4(20)

    712 N Scenic Hwy, Lake Wales, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 176 children

    Special Treasures Preschool in Lake Wales receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5 stars. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, clean and well-organized facilities, strong educational programs, and engaging daily activities that keep children excited to attend.

    caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitiesstrong early childhood educationengaging daily activities
  2. 2
    Lake Wales Family Ymca Child Care
    4 score
    4(20)

    1001 Burns Ave, Lake Wales, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 157 children

    Parents praise the Lake Wales Family YMCA Child Care for its friendly and welcoming staff, with particular appreciation for long-term caregivers like Alma, Courtney, and Iris. The facility offers quality programming including summer camp and daily activities, with parents feeling their children are safe and well-cared for. One parent expressed a desire for more after-school activity options like gymnastics and ballet.

    Friendly and welcoming staffcaring caregiverssafe environmentquality summer camp program

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Lake Wales

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
3
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Lake Wales, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.81avg rating
11 daycares · 7 rated

Church Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lake Wales zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3385312
3.96
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lake Wales (24–176 children)

Small

up to 30 children

3

Medium

31–75 children

6

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

2

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lake Wales based on parent reviews

First United Methodist Preschool

5(1)

230 N 5th St, Lake Wales, FL

One parent describes the FIRST UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL as an extremely well-run program, highlighting Chambrot as a standout figure. The sole review provided is overwhelmingly positive with no criticisms noted.

well-run programChambrot

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Daycare types in Lake Wales

Child Daycare & Preschools 11Church Daycare 1

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Church Daycare in Lake Wales, Florida

There are 1 church daycare in Lake Wales, Florida, making up 8% of the 12 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 Lake Wales have an average rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 53 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lake Wales, 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 Lake Wales

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First United Methodist Preschool
Church Daycare
5

One parent describes the FIRST UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL as an extremely well-run program, highlighting Chambrot as a standout figure. The sole review provided is overwhelmingly positive with no criticisms noted.

well-run programChambrot
Address
230 N 5th St, Lake Wales, FL
Phone
(863) 676-6617

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Lake Wales, Florida, out of 12 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 Lake Wales have an average Google rating of 3.96 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lake Wales, 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
Lake Wales offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 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 Lake Wales for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lake Wales 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.