Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers across 234 cities in Florida.

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Child Discovery Center Score: 27/100

    Pensacola, FL — Child Discovery Center is a childcare center in Pensacola, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://fpcpensacola.com.

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

  2. #2 — Children In the Spirit Inc Score: 27/100

    Pompano Beach, FL — Children In the Spirit Inc is a childcare center in Pompano Beach, FL. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: https://children-in-the-spirit-inc.hub.biz.

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

  3. #3 — Childcare Network Score: 25/100

    Pensacola, FL — Childcare Network is a childcare center in Pensacola, FL. Programs include Preschool, child care and day care, school, education. Website: https://schools.childcarenetwork.com/fl/pensacola/4079-creighton-road.

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

  4. #4 — Children of Liberty Preschool Score: 24/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Children of Liberty Preschool is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.lpjax.com.

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

  5. #5 — Cherry Blossom Learning Center Score: 20/100

    Miami, FL — Cherry Blossom Learning Center is a childcare center in Miami, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://cherryblossommiami.com/.

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

  6. #6 — Childlife Preschool Score: 20/100

    Tampa, FL — Childlife Preschool is a childcare center in Tampa, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://www.childlifepreschools.com/waters.

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

  7. #7 — Chesterbrook Academy Preschool Score: 13/100

    Hollywood, FL — Chesterbrook Academy Preschool is a childcare center in Hollywood, FL. Programs include Preschool, private school, child care and day care, school, education. Website:…

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

  8. #8 — Chase Backup Child Care Center Score: 7/100

    Tampa, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 105. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Chatman's Day Care, Inc. Score: 7/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 107. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Chavez Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Bowling Green, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Registered.” The listing reports capacity 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Part Time. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Chenchita Child Care LLC Score: 7/100

    Tampa, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Chery Childcare Center Score: 7/100

    Port Charlotte, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 40. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant…

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Cheryl Lane Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Tampa, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant…

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time. View full profile →

  14. #14 — CHESTERBROOK ACADEMY COCONUT CREEK Score: 7/100

    Coconut Creek, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 171. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Chesterbrook Academy Score: 7/100

    Palm Beach Gardens, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 210. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Chesterbrook Academy Score: 7/100

    Port St Lucie, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 200. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Chico's FAS Early Education Center Score: 7/100

    Fort Myers, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 389. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Child Care Center Inc @ Riviera Presbyterian Church Score: 7/100

    Miami, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 195. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Child Care Jocasiru Score: 7/100

    Kissimmee, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food…

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time. View full profile →

  20. #20 — CHILD Center For Early Learning Score: 7/100

    Gainesville, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 75. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Child Growth And Development LLC Score: 7/100

    Tallahassee, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 158. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  22. #22 — Childcare Network 105 - Benning Score: 7/100

    Destin, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 99. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Childcare Network 111 - Michigan Score: 7/100

    Pensacola, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 210. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Childcare Network 113 - Fairfield Score: 7/100

    Pensacola, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 98. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  25. #25 — Childcare Network 115 Score: 7/100

    Panama City, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 135. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  26. #26 — Childcare Network 117 Score: 7/100

    Tallahassee, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 241. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  27. #27 — Childcare Network 132 - Farmer Score: 7/100

    Crestview, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 146. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  28. #28 — Childcare Network 141 - Bowman Score: 7/100

    Pensacola, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 172. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  29. #29 — Childcare Network 142 - Jet Score: 7/100

    Fort Walton Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 215. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  30. #30 — Childcare Network 148 Score: 7/100

    Lynn Haven, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 191. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  31. #31 — Childcare Network 150 - Oriole Beach Score: 7/100

    Gulf Breeze, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 112. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  32. #32 — Childcare Network 151 - Granada Score: 7/100

    Navarre, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 100. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  33. #33 — Childcare Network 183 - Brookmeade Score: 7/100

    Crestview, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 168. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  34. #34 — Childcare Network 302-DeFuniak Springs Score: 7/100

    Defuniak Springs, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 168. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  35. #35 — Childcare Network 39 - Government Score: 7/100

    Valparaiso, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 150. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  36. #36 — Childcare of Brandon Big Bend Score: 7/100

    Gibsonton, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 195. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  37. #37 — Childcare of Brandon Bloomingdale Hills Score: 7/100

    Riverview, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 148. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  38. #38 — Childcare of Brandon Score: 7/100

    Brandon, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 210. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  39. #39 — Childcare of Brandon Missouri Score: 7/100

    Riverview, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 151. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: After School, Drop In, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  40. #40 — Childcare Resources Of Indian River, Inc. Score: 7/100

    Vero Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 150. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  41. #41 — CHILDLIFE EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER Score: 7/100

    Hollywood, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 75. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  42. #42 — Childlife Preschool- Carrollwood/Citrus Park Score: 7/100

    Tampa, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 120. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  43. #43 — Children Choice Academy Score: 7/100

    Miami Gardens, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 34. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food…

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  44. #44 — Children First at Helen R Payne Annex Score: 7/100

    Sarasota, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 75. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  45. #45 — Children Of America Oceanside, LLC Score: 7/100

    Jupiter, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 329. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Transportation.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  46. #46 — Children Of Destiny Learning Academy Score: 7/100

    Miami, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 54. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time, Pre K. View full profile →

  47. #47 — Children Of Excellence Academy Inc. Score: 7/100

    Miami, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 85. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  48. #48 — Children of Light Academy Score: 7/100

    New Port Richey, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 248. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Full Day, Pre K. View full profile →

  49. #49 — Children Of The Future Christian College Inc. Score: 7/100

    Belle Glade, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 54. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant…

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time. View full profile →

  50. #50 — Children of the Future II Score: 7/100

    Belle Glade, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 87. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, Drop In, Full Day, Part Time. View full profile →

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How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

What is the best daycare in Florida?
Child Discovery Center has the highest Directory information score among the listings on this results page. This does not establish service quality or suitability. See the full statewide ranked list above.
How many daycares are ranked in Florida?
We have ranked 50 daycares and childcare centers across 234 cities in Florida. Rankings are computed by Directory information score and updated regularly.