Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Curious Minds Learning Center Score: 27/100

    Hialeah, FL — Curious Minds Learning Center is a childcare center in Hialeah, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://curiousmindslearningcenter.com/links/.

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

  2. #2 — Da Vinci Preschool Academy Score: 27/100

    Orlando, FL — Da Vinci Preschool Academy is a childcare center in Orlando, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.davinci-academy.com/.

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

  3. #3 — Da Vinci Academy of Hunter's Creek Score: 22/100

    Orlando, FL — Da Vinci Academy of Hunter's Creek is a childcare center in Orlando, FL. Programs include Preschool, private school, home service. Website: https://hunterscreek.davinci-academy.com/.

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

  4. #4 — Dawson's Learning Academy Score: 20/100

    Lakeland, FL — Dawson's Learning Academy is a childcare center in Lakeland, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://Dawsonslearning.com/.

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

  5. #5 — Danays Family Home Care Score: 13/100

    Tampa, FL — Danays Family Home Care is a childcare center in Tampa, FL. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool.

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

  6. #6 — CUCIOM Little Disciples Score: 9/100

    Jacksonville, FL — CUCIOM Little Disciples is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool.

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

  7. #7 — Damarys Vergel Family Daycare Home Score: 9/100

    Hialeah, FL — Damarys Vergel Family Daycare Home is a childcare center in Hialeah, FL. Programs include Preschool.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Crosswater Christian Academy Score: 7/100

    Ponte Vedra, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 114. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  9. #9 — Crown Of Life Lutheran Church Inc 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 171. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  10. #10 — CRPE Academy 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 131. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  11. #11 — Crystal Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Naranja, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 86. 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, Pre K. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Crystal River Preschool Score: 7/100

    Crystal River, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 284. 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 →

  13. #13 — CSJ Legacy LLC Dba KidsPark 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 77. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Food…

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

  14. #14 — Cuddle Time Learning Center Inc. Score: 7/100

    Orlando, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 108. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food…

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

  15. #15 — Cuevas Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Naples, 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, Infant Care. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  16. #16 — Curious Apples 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 96. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School.

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

  17. #17 — Curlew Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Dunedin, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 113. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  18. #18 — Cute Beginning 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, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food…

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

  19. #19 — CYESIS Program at Pasco High School Score: 7/100

    Dade City, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 50. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  20. #20 — Cynthia Clower Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Dade City, 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  21. #21 — Cypress Academy Preschool Score: 7/100

    Winter Haven, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 101. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  22. #22 — Cypress Junction Montessori, Inc. Score: 7/100

    Winter Haven, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 45. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School.

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

  23. #23 — Cypress Preschool & Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Winter Haven, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 45. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  24. #24 — D.C.'s Childcare Center Inc Score: 7/100

    Bradenton, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 24. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  25. #25 — DA VINCI PRESCHOOL ACADEMY Score: 7/100

    Coral Springs, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 116. 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 →

  26. #26 — Dairy Road Discovery Center, Inc. Score: 7/100

    West Melbourne, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 326. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School.

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

  27. #27 — DAISY'S ACADEMY, INC Score: 7/100

    Fort Lauderdale, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 61. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food…

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

  28. #28 — Daisy's Little Day Care Garden Score: 7/100

    Orlando, 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, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  29. #29 — Daisy Young Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Pahokee, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 6. 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 →

  30. #30 — Dalton Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Port Saint Lucie, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 90. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  31. #31 — Damaikys Perdomo-Puentes 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  32. #32 — Dameka Coleman Family Child Care Home, LLC Score: 7/100

    Pahokee, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 9. 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. View full profile →

  33. #33 — Dana Dingman Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Wesley Chapel, 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, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  34. #34 — Danay Sebasco-Gonzalez 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 →

  35. #35 — Dandes Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Navarre, 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, Drop In, Night Care, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  36. #36 — Danerlys Vega-Iribar 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, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care,…

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

  37. #37 — Dania Abrahantes Family 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, Night Care, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  38. #38 — Dania Peillon 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  39. #39 — Daniels, Susan Score: 7/100

    Clearwater, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 6. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  40. #40 — Danish V Williams Family Day Care Home 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 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  41. #41 — Daughter Of Zion Jr. Academy Score: 7/100

    Delray Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 62. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Food Served.

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

  42. #42 — DAVIE ACADEMY 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 252. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  43. #43 — Davis Day Care Center Inc Score: 7/100

    Apalachicola, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 44. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  44. #44 — Davis Large Family Child Care Home Llc Score: 7/100

    Lakeland, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 12. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Night Care, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served,…

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

  45. #45 — Dawn Tomsik Family Childcare Home Score: 7/100

    Lantana, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 6. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  46. #46 — Dawsons Learning Center Llc Score: 7/100

    Lakeland, 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, 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 — DAY 1 ACADEMIES- BEZOS ACADEMY (DEERFIELD BEACH) Score: 7/100

    Deerfield Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 56. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  48. #48 — Day and Dream Den LLC Score: 7/100

    Wimauma, 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, Weekend Care, Food Served.

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

  49. #49 — Day Care The Little Angels Score: 7/100

    Titusville, 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, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care.

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

  50. #50 — Day & Night Childcare Service Score: 7/100

    West Palm Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 6. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Night Care, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    Programs: Infant Care, After School, 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?
Curious Minds Learning 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.