Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Hope Academy International Score: 27/100

    Clearwater, FL — Hope Academy International is a childcare center in Clearwater, FL. Programs include Preschool, private school, religious school. Website: http://www.hopeacademyinternational.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Religious school. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Home Away From Home Preschool's Score: 27/100

    West Palm Beach, FL — Home Away From Home Preschool's is a childcare center in West Palm Beach, FL. Programs include Preschool. Website: https://www.homeawayfromhomechildcare.com/welcome-to-west-palm-beach-hafh.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Hopewell Preschool Score: 25/100

    Pompano Beach, FL — Hopewell Preschool is a childcare center in Pompano Beach, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.hopewell-mbc.org/.

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

  4. #4 — Hope Christian Academy Score: 21/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Hope Christian Academy is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, private school. Website: http://www.greaterhopeinc.org/.

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

  5. #5 — Hope Kids School Score: 20/100

    Miami Lakes, FL — Hope Kids School is a childcare center in Miami Lakes, FL. Programs include Preschool, elementary school, school. Website: http://www.hopemlumc.com/school.

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  6. #6 — HIS KIDS PRESCHOOL 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 42. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  7. #7 — Hobe Sound Early Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Hobe Sound, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 296. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  8. #8 — Hobe Sound Elementary Score: 7/100

    Hobe Sound, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 23. Services shown in the snapshot: After School. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Hodges Boulevard Presbyterian Church Preschool 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 46. 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 — Holford Family Day Care Home 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 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 →

  11. #11 — Holley By The Sea Youth Program 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 29. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  12. #12 — Hollinger Large Family Child Care Home Score: 7/100

    North Port, 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, Half Day, Drop In, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  13. #13 — Holloway, Karen 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 8. 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 →

  14. #14 — Holly's Adventurers Learning Center, 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 70. 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. View full profile →

  15. #15 — HOLLYWOOD HILLS UNITED METHODIST PRESCHOOL 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 160. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, After School, Infant Care, Transportation.

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

  16. #16 — HOLLYWOOD LEARNING CENTER FIRST PRESBYTERIAN AND ST. JAMES 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 69. 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 →

  17. #17 — HOLLYWOOD PRESCHOOL 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 88. 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 →

  18. #18 — HOLLYWOOD Y EARLY LEARNING 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 85. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  19. #19 — Holmes Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Haines 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, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  20. #20 — Holt Academy Score: 7/100

    Holt, 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  21. #21 — Holy Cross Catholic Preschool And Center 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 141. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care.

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

  22. #22 — Holy Cross Lutheran Academy Score: 7/100

    Sanford, 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, Half Day, Before School, After School.

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

  23. #23 — Holy Cross Lutheran Church And School Of North Miami Score: 7/100

    North Miami, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 124. 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 — Holy Cross Lutheran Church Day Care Score: 7/100

    Spring Hill, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 97. 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 →

  25. #25 — Holy Family Early Childhood Center Score: 7/100

    St Petersburg, 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, Half Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  26. #26 — Holy Redeemer Child Development Center 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 206. 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 →

  27. #27 — Holy Spirit Lutheran Church Preschool Score: 7/100

    Juno Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 80. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care.

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

  28. #28 — Holy Trinity Episcopal School 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 161. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care.

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

  29. #29 — Holy Trinity Lutheran School 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 103. 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 →

  30. #30 — Home Away From Home Learning Center 1 Inc 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 76. 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 →

  31. #31 — HOME AWAY FROM HOME PEMBROKE PINES PRESCHOOL, LLC Score: 7/100

    Pembroke Pines, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 190. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  32. #32 — Home Daycare Magic World LLC 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 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 →

  33. #33 — Home of the Rainbows Child Day Care 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, Food Served.

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

  34. #34 — HOME Preschool Score: 7/100

    North Lauderdale, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 80. 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 →

  35. #35 — Homestead Christian Academy At Agape 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 37. 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 →

  36. #36 — Homestead Christian Academy Score: 7/100

    Homestead, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 270. 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 →

  37. #37 — Homestead Hospital Early Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Homestead, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 55. 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 →

  38. #38 — Homestead Youth Baseball, Inc. Score: 7/100

    Homestead, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 21. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, After School.

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

  39. #39 — Honey Bee's Early Learning Center LLC Score: 7/100

    Englewood, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 74. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  40. #40 — Honey Bee's Educational Center II Score: 7/100

    Leesburg, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 49. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  41. #41 — Honey Bee's Garden Daycare Inc Score: 7/100

    Hialeah, 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, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  42. #42 — Honors Academy Inc 2 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 60. 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 — Hooked On Learning LLC Score: 7/100

    Hilliard, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 79. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Infant Care.

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

  44. #44 — Hope Creative School 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 142. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care.

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

  45. #45 — Hope Early Learning Programs Score: 7/100

    Daytona Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 152. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  46. #46 — Hope Lutheran Preschool 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 73. 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 →

  47. #47 — Hope Montessori Academy, 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 52. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Food Served.

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

  48. #48 — Hope N Play Preschool Score: 7/100

    Trinity, 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, Before School, After School.

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

  49. #49 — Horizon Charter School of Tampa 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 15. 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 →

  50. #50 — Horizons Childcare And Learning Center 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 97. 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 →

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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?
Hope Academy International 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.