Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Lang's Little Lambs Preschool Score: 22/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Lang's Little Lambs Preschool is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://langslittlelambspreschool.com.

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

  2. #2 — Lakewood Preschool Score: 21/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Lakewood Preschool is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://lakewoodumc.com/lakewood-preschool/.

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

  3. #3 — Lake City Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Lake City, 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, Food Served, Transportation.

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Lake Community Action Agency Inc. 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 72. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Food Served.

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

  5. #5 — Lake County Prep Academy Score: 7/100

    Eustis, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 93. 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 →

  6. #6 — Lake Fern Montessori Academy 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 103. 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 →

  7. #7 — Lake Forrest Preparatory School Score: 7/100

    Maitland, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 181. 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 →

  8. #8 — Lake Magdalene Christian 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 190. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  9. #9 — Lake Mary Bilingual Academy Daycare Inc. Score: 7/100

    Lake Mary, 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served,…

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

  10. #10 — Lake Mary Child Care Score: 7/100

    Lake Mary, 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, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  11. #11 — Lake Mary Preparatory School Score: 7/100

    Lake Mary, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 16. Services shown in the snapshot: After School. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Lake Montessori School 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 25. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School.

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

  13. #13 — Lake Tarpon Learning Center - West Score: 7/100

    Tarpon Springs, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 72. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  14. #14 — Lake Vista Recreation 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 250. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Transportation.

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

  15. #15 — Lake Worth Christian Beginnings Preschool Score: 7/100

    Lake Worth, 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, Half Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  16. #16 — Lakeland Christian School 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 24. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Lakeside Academy and Preschool 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 117. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Lakeside Fellowship Umc Preschool 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 110. 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 →

  19. #19 — Lakeside Learners 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 45. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, Infant Care.

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

  20. #20 — Lakeview Christian School Early Learning Annex Score: 7/100

    Lake Placid, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 32. 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 →

  21. #21 — Lakewood 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 150. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day, Before School, After School.

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

  22. #22 — Lamadrid Large Family Child 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 12. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Night Care, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  23. #23 — Lamb Early Education Center Score: 7/100

    Fernandina Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 95. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  24. #24 — Lambs Of Faith Preschool Score: 7/100

    Naples, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 48. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  25. #25 — Land of Learning Academy 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 439. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Transportation.

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

  26. #26 — Landow Yeshiva School 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 491. 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 →

  27. #27 — Lane Avenue Child Development Center #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 42. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  28. #28 — Lane Avenue Child Development Center 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 100. 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 →

  29. #29 — Lang's Learning Center 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 37. 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 →

  30. #30 — LaPetite Academy Score: 7/100

    Deltona, 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, 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 →

  31. #31 — LaPetite Academy Inc. 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 115. 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 →

  32. #32 — Largo Country School Score: 7/100

    Largo, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 72. 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 →

  33. #33 — Larkin Little Lambs Academy Score: 7/100

    Lake Wales, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 117. 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 →

  34. #34 — Larson Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Pensacola, 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, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  35. #35 — Las Maravillas Family Home Daycare LLC Score: 7/100

    Seffner, 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 →

  36. #36 — Las Semillas De Jesus Day Care 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 12. 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, Pre K. View full profile →

  37. #37 — Lashan Everett 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, Night Care, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  38. #38 — LaShundra Tots Childcare Center II, Incorporated 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 36. 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 →

  39. #39 — Latanya Lee Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Palatka, 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, Infant Care.

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

  40. #40 — Latina Early Childhood 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 356. 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 →

  41. #41 — Latonia Jackson FCCH 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 12. 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 →

  42. #42 — Latonia McFarland FCCH Score: 7/100

    South Bay, 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: Night Care, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  43. #43 — Latonya Johnson 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, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant…

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

  44. #44 — LAUDERHILL COMMUNITY CHILD CARE CENTER Score: 7/100

    Lauderhill, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 82. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  45. #45 — Laugh And Learn Preschool Score: 7/100

    Deland, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 67. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  46. #46 — Laugh & Learn Childcare Score: 7/100

    Valrico, 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 →

  47. #47 — Laughin' Place Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Cocoa, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 78. 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 →

  48. #48 — Launch Learning Score: 7/100

    Merritt Island, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 155. 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 — Launchpad Learning Center Inc Score: 7/100

    Valrico, 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, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  50. #50 — Laura Barcelo Family Day Care Home 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 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 →

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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?
Lang's Little Lambs Preschool 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.