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Best Church Daycare in Niceville, FL

Compare 1 church daycare in Niceville. Average rating: 4.49/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Niceville, Florida at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.49/5
Parent reviews
88
Top rated (4.5+)
4

Niceville has 1 licensed church daycare with 88 parent reviews averaging 4.49/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 32578 zip code, averaging 4.49 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Niceville

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
    Pam'S Lighthouse Learning Center INC
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    1209 47th St, Niceville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 38 children

    Pam's Lighthouse Learning Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents highlight the director Pam's personal involvement, accessibility, and genuine care for children. The facility is described as clean, safe, and accommodating to families' needs.

    Caring and professional staffnurturing environmentresponsive communication with parentsdirector's personal involvement
  2. 2
    Bayshore Early Education
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    622 Bayshore Dr, Niceville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 141 children

    This appears to be a church facility rather than a daycare center. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, quality music and preaching, and child-friendly environment, but this listing may be incorrectly categorized.

    Friendly and welcoming staffquality music programstrong biblical teachingchildren's facilities
  3. 3
    Crosspoint Academy
    4.58 score
    5(7)

    214 Partin Dr S, Niceville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 285 children

    Parents consistently praise Crosspoint Academy for its caring, invested staff and warm community environment. The VPK and preschool programs are highlighted for strong academics, spiritual education, and effective kindergarten preparation. Families report their children were happy, engaged, and well-prepared for elementary school.

    Caring and patient teacherssupportive administrative teamstrong curriculum and academicsspiritual/faith-based education
  4. 4
    Child Development And Education Center - Nwf State College
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    100 College Blvd, Bldg M 530, Niceville, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 55 children

    This is not a daycare center but a college (NWF State College). Reviews praise the institution's affordability, helpful staff, and quality professors, though students note concerns about outdated technology systems and course scheduling transparency.

    Affordable tuitionhelpful and accommodating staffquality professors (Dr. McArthurDr. Allen

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Niceville

4.5 - 5.0
4
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.55avg rating
8 daycares · 6 rated

Church Daycare

4.1avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Niceville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
3257810
4.49
4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Niceville (20–285 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

5

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

3

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Niceville based on parent reviews

St Paul Lutheran Preschool

4.1(4)

1407 John Sims Pkwy E, Niceville, FL

Parents describe the congregation as welcoming and kind, with positive feedback on the beautiful sanctuary and Sunday school programs. However, one reviewer reports significant management issues, including frequent school cancellations due to water leaks and sudden rule changes without notification.

Wonderful congregationwelcoming and kind staffbeautiful sanctuary

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Daycare types in Niceville

Child Daycare & Preschools 8Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 1

Church Daycare in Niceville, Florida

There are 1 church daycare in Niceville, Florida, making up 10% of the 10 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 Niceville have an average rating of 4.49 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 57% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.55 stars. Our analysis covers 88 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Niceville, 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 Niceville

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St Paul Lutheran Preschool
Church Daycare
4.1

Parents describe the congregation as welcoming and kind, with positive feedback on the beautiful sanctuary and Sunday school programs. However, one reviewer reports significant management issues, including frequent school cancellations due to water leaks and sudden rule changes without notification.

Wonderful congregationwelcoming and kind staffbeautiful sanctuary
Address
1407 John Sims Pkwy E, Niceville, FL
Phone
(850) 678-1298

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 church daycare daycares in Niceville, Florida, out of 10 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 Niceville have an average Google rating of 4.49 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 57% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Niceville, 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
Niceville offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Niceville for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Niceville 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.