Best Church Daycare in Sarasota, FL
Compare 20 church daycare in Sarasota. Average rating: 4.32/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Sarasota, Florida at a glance
- Programs
- 20
- Avg rating
- 4.32/5
- Parent reviews
- 681
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 34
Sarasota has 20 licensed church daycare with 681 parent reviews averaging 4.32/5.34 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 53% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 34231 zip code, averaging 4.67 stars across 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Sarasota
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.
- 1Capoeira Volta Ao Mundo INC. Capokids4.74 score5(14)
4672 Mcintosh Lane, Sarasota, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 45 children
Capokids receives universal 5/5 star ratings from parents who praise the caring staff, family-like environment, and unique capoeira-based program. Parents consistently report their children love attending, show increased confidence, and develop strong friendships while learning Brazilian culture and physical activity alongside academics.
Caring and professional stafffamily-oriented environmentcapoeira instruction combined with academicsflexible hours - 2Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Preschool4.72 score4.9(20)
800 Mcintosh Road, Sarasota, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 44 children
Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Preschool is a religious facility in Sarasota, Florida, with a 4.9/5 Google rating based on parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the Bible-based curriculum, welcoming and family-oriented community, and caring staff. The facility operates as part of a larger church and school system with strong Christian values emphasized throughout.
Bible-based and scripturally sound teachingswelcoming and friendly communityfamily-oriented atmospherecaring and dedicated staff and pastors - 3Bright Start Child Development Center4.72 score4.9(20)
2935 E. Hillview St., Sarasota, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 32 children
Bright Start Child Development Center in Sarasota receives consistently excellent reviews with parents praising the caring, attentive staff led by Ms. Agata. Parents highlight the warm environment, strong communication, cleanliness, and structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. Multiple families note significant improvements in their children's development and emotional well-being after switching from other daycares.
Caring and compassionate staffexcellent communication with parentsclean and well-maintained facilitystructured kindergarten-prep curriculum - 4St. Boniface Preschool4.64 score4.8(20)
5615 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 45 children
St. Boniface Preschool in Sarasota is a religious facility with a 4.8/5 Google rating. However, the recent reviews provided are not about the daycare itself, but rather about candlelight concert events held at the facility. These concert reviews consistently praise the music quality, venue atmosphere, and overall experience.
Beautiful venuetalented musiciansexcellent music selectionwelcoming atmosphere - 5Capokids The Martial Arts School Preschool4.63 score4.8(19)
2240 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 80 children
CapoKids is a highly-rated preschool and VPK program in Sarasota that combines traditional curriculum with capoeira martial arts, yoga, and cultural activities. Parents consistently praise the staff's dedication, the program's effectiveness in building children's confidence and social skills, and the unique blend of physical activity with academics. The school creates a welcoming, family-like environment where children thrive both emotionally and academically.
Builds confidence in shy or timid childrenExcellent staff who are caring and passionateVPK-approved curriculumIncorporates capoeira - 6Little Peoples Place4.59 score4.8(14)
374 Scott Ave, Sarasota, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 104 children
Parents consistently praise Little Peoples Place for exceptional staff care, educational focus, and family-like environment. The owner, Ms. Debbie, and her team are described as loving, nurturing educators who treat children as individuals and go above and beyond expectations. Multiple families have returned or recommended the facility based on their positive experiences.
Caring and nurturing staffstrong educational focusclean facilityfamily atmosphere - 7Angels Child Development Center4.58 score4.9(9)
3813 Alden Way, Sarasota, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 42 children
Angels Child Development Center in Sarasota receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the professional, caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong child development outcomes, with many noting their children are happy and eager to attend.
Professional and attentive staffcaring teachers who genuinely love their jobswelcoming and friendly environmentstrong child development and learning outcomes - 8Good Shephard Lutheran School4.58 score4.8(13)
5651 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL · Church Daycare · Capacity: 100 children
Good Shepherd Lutheran School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, creative teachers, strong kindergarten preparation, family events, and safe learning environment. Many parents report their children look forward to attending and have enrolled multiple children at the facility.
Caring and patient teacherscreative engagement and hands-on activitiesdaily photo updates shared with parentskindergarten preparation - 9Wooden Shoes Child Care Center4.56 score4.7(20)
4875 Swift Rd, Sarasota, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 75 children
Wooden Shoes Child Care Center in Sarasota receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and attentive staff, strong owner involvement, engaging curriculum, and clean facility that has positively impacted their children's development and happiness.
Patient and caring staffactive owner involvementdaily picture updatesengaging arts and crafts activities - 10The Renaissance Preschool INC.4.56 score4.7(20)
2500 10th St, Sarasota, FL · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 73 children
The Renaissance Preschool in Sarasota receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the attentive and caring staff, clean environment, structured curriculum with hands-on learning, and strong communication from leadership. Children show measurable academic and social development, with parents reporting high satisfaction and willingness to recommend the center.
Attentive and caring teachersclean facilitystructured daily schedulehands-on learning approach (minimal technology)
Rating Distribution
Based on 64 daycares with Google ratings in Sarasota
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 681 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Sarasota, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Sarasota zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34231 | 12 | 4.67 | 6 | |
| 34239 | 8 | 4.61 | 5 | |
| 34232 | 7 | 4.59 | 5 | |
| 34243 | 7 | 4.32 | 2 | |
| 34233 | 7 | 4.28 | 4 | |
| 34237 | 12 | 3.98 | 2 | |
| 34234 | 11 | 3.81 | 1 | |
| 34236 | 6 | 3.63 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Sarasota (15–170 children)
Small
up to 30 children
11
Medium
31–75 children
44
Large
76–150 children
24
Very Large
150+ children
5
Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Sarasota based on parent reviews
Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Preschool
800 Mcintosh Road, Sarasota, FL
Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Preschool is a religious facility in Sarasota, Florida, with a 4.9/5 Google rating based on parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the Bible-based curriculum, welcoming and family-oriented community, and caring staff. The facility operates as part of a larger church and school system with strong Christian values emphasized throughout.
St. Boniface Preschool
5615 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL
St. Boniface Preschool in Sarasota is a religious facility with a 4.8/5 Google rating. However, the recent reviews provided are not about the daycare itself, but rather about candlelight concert events held at the facility. These concert reviews consistently praise the music quality, venue atmosphere, and overall experience.
Good Shephard Lutheran School
5651 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL
Good Shepherd Lutheran School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, creative teachers, strong kindergarten preparation, family events, and safe learning environment. Many parents report their children look forward to attending and have enrolled multiple children at the facility.
Community Bible Chapel
420 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
Community Bible Chapel is a small, family-oriented religious facility in Sarasota offering childcare, pre-K, and after-school programs. Parents praise the caring staff, Bible-based curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction with the facility.
Chabad Preschool
7700 Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL
Parents consistently praise Chabad Kaplan Preschool for its nurturing, family-like environment and highly attentive teachers. The school uses a Montessori-based approach with excellent teacher-to-student ratios, enriching programs, and strong academic preparation. Children reportedly develop confidence, social skills, and a genuine love of learning while receiving Jewish cultural education.
Church Of The Palms Early Childhood Center
3324 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL
Church of the Palms Early Childhood Center is a religious facility daycare in Sarasota with limited parent reviews available. The one mention of the daycare notes that staff take children on outings in multi-seat strollers and children enjoy the experience, with a recommendation to call the office for inquiries.
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Church Daycare in Sarasota, Florida
There are 20 church daycare in Sarasota, Florida, making up 23% of the 87 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 Sarasota have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 across 64 rated facilities, with 53% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.49 stars. Our analysis covers 681 parent reviews. Parents in Sarasota most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, children excited to attend, and safe environment.
When choosing a daycare in Sarasota, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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One parent describes the preschool as a special, warm, and supportive environment that thoughtfully supports children's emotional, social, and academic growth. Another review highlights the staff's evident love for children, while a third notes excellent family communication and a feeling that every child is seen and valued.
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- 3773 Wilkinson Rd, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Parents describe this religious preschool as a wonderful and loving environment where teachers are friendly, patient, and kind. One reviewer notes that their children enjoy the school so much they ask to attend on weekends, while another highlights the welcoming staff and the director's personal greeting routine.
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- 7091 Proctor Road, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 4150 S Shade Ave, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Ascension Evangelical Lutheran Preschool is a religious facility in Sarasota, Florida, with a 4.9/5 Google rating based on parent reviews. Parents consistently praise the Bible-based curriculum, welcoming and family-oriented community, and caring staff. The facility operates as part of a larger church and school system with strong Christian values emphasized throughout.
- Address
- 800 Mcintosh Road, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Good Shepherd Lutheran School receives uniformly positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring, creative teachers, strong kindergarten preparation, family events, and safe learning environment. Many parents report their children look forward to attending and have enrolled multiple children at the facility.
- Address
- 5651 Honore Ave, Sarasota, FL
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Community Bible Chapel is a small, family-oriented religious facility in Sarasota offering childcare, pre-K, and after-school programs. Parents praise the caring staff, Bible-based curriculum, and welcoming atmosphere. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction with the facility.
- Address
- 420 Bahia Vista, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
St. Boniface Preschool in Sarasota is a religious facility with a 4.8/5 Google rating. However, the recent reviews provided are not about the daycare itself, but rather about candlelight concert events held at the facility. These concert reviews consistently praise the music quality, venue atmosphere, and overall experience.
- Address
- 5615 Midnight Pass Rd, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Temple Emanu-El Early Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming community, skilled rabbis, and engaging religious education programs. The facility is described as family-oriented with strong communication and abundant activities. One parent expressed significant dissatisfaction with the Hebrew/Yiddish curriculum quality.
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- 151 Mcintosh Rd., Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Parents consistently praise Chabad Kaplan Preschool for its nurturing, family-like environment and highly attentive teachers. The school uses a Montessori-based approach with excellent teacher-to-student ratios, enriching programs, and strong academic preparation. Children reportedly develop confidence, social skills, and a genuine love of learning while receiving Jewish cultural education.
- Address
- 7700 Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Church of the Palms Early Childhood Center is a religious facility daycare in Sarasota with limited parent reviews available. The one mention of the daycare notes that staff take children on outings in multi-seat strollers and children enjoy the experience, with a recommendation to call the office for inquiries.
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- 3324 Bee Ridge Rd, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
St. Paul Early Childhood Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, nurturing environment and creative activities. Parents highlight the staff's genuine care for children, strong communication through the ClassDojo app, and flexible operating hours. Multiple families report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and eager to attend daily.
- Address
- 2256 Bahia Vista Str., Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Parents praise The Gan at Temple Sinai as a warm, welcoming early education center within a vibrant Jewish community. The facility is noted for its beautiful property, inclusive atmosphere, and strong support system for families. Children thrive in this caring environment that emphasizes Jewish values and education.
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- 4631 S. Lockwood Ridge Rd., Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
First Presbyterian Preschool is a religious facility in Sarasota with a 4.2/5 Google rating. Parents praise the preschool as top-notch and describe the church community as warm, welcoming, and accepting. The facility is noted for its strong ministerial staff and community atmosphere.
- Address
- 2050 Oak St, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Bright Beginnings Preschool receives mostly positive reviews praising staff care, communication, and curriculum, with parents noting their children thrive academically and emotionally. However, several recent reviews raise serious concerns about facility cleanliness, maintenance, and a disease outbreak in the infant room that resulted in job loss for one parent.
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- 4111 Webber St., Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent highlights the staff's caring nature and the facility's exceptional cleanliness, noting that their grandson enjoyed the program. No negative aspects were reported in this single review.
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- 7601 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
One parent gives the facility a perfect score, expressing strong affection for the center with an enthusiastic exclamation. The limited feedback does not provide specific details about programs or staff interactions beyond this general positive sentiment.
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- 1658 4th Street, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
Parents praise the Early Care Center for exceptional care and staff stability, with long-tenured employees who genuinely care for children. The facility is described as highly demanding with limited openings, particularly for infants. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and thrive developmentally.
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- 104 S Pineapple Ave, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 8490 Mcintosh Rd, Sarasota, FL
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- (941) 926-4777
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- 5600 Deer Drive, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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- 1050 S. Tuttle Avenue, Sarasota, FL
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- NOT AVAILABLE
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