Best Daycares in North Port, FL — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 8 daycares and childcare centers in North Port based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in North Port

  1. #1 — Kindergarten Prep Score: 77%

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

  2. #2 — The Treehouse A Children's Academy Score: 63%

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

  3. #3 — Ivy League Early Learning Center Score: 60%

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

  4. #4 — Ymca Child Development Center Score: 60%

    Programs: Preschool, Gym, Active life. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Gulf Coast Christian Academy Score: 60%

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

  6. #6 — La Petite Academy of North Port Score: 49%

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

  7. #7 — The Starfish Academy at the Florida Center Score: 49%

    Programs: Preschool, College university, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Kangaroo Kids Academy Score: 29%

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

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score percentage 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%), then normalizes across captured positive categories. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in North Port?
Kindergarten Prep is currently the #1 ranked daycare in North Port 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 North Port?
Our Guide Score percentage combines weighted evidence from Google rating, review volume, web and contact presence, profile completeness, accreditation, press recognition, and years of operation, then normalizes across categories with captured positive evidence. There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in North Port?
Childcare costs in North Port 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.