Best Daycares in Lakeland, FL — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 19 daycares and childcare centers in Lakeland based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Lakeland

  1. #1 — Beacon Hill Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Private school. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Covenant Presbyterian Child Development Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Montessori Preschool of Lakeland Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Southside Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Precious Children in the Highlands Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Taylor Learning Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Revive Academy Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Little Shepherds Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Bliss Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  10. #10 — hands and hearts in motion Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  11. #11 — First Steps Education Lakeland, LLC Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  12. #12 — First Steps Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Golden Gate Preparatory Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, School. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Pathway of Lakeland Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — FWC Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Kid's Town Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Dawson's Learning Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Taylor Learning Center Inc Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  19. #19 — PCPS Early Childhood Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Lakeland?
Beacon Hill Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Lakeland based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Lakeland?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Lakeland?
Childcare costs in Lakeland vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.