Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Silver Lining Learning Academy & ABA Therapy Score: 27/100

    Winter Park, FL — Silver Lining Learning Academy & ABA Therapy is a childcare center in Winter Park, FL. Programs include Preschool, private school, school. Website: https://sllearningacademyinc.com/.

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

  2. #2 — Small Blessings Preschool Score: 27/100

    Tampa, FL — Small Blessings Preschool is a childcare center in Tampa, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.hydeparkumc.org.

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

  3. #3 — Shining Bright Preschool and Arts Score: 20/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Shining Bright Preschool and Arts is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.shiningbrightpreschool.com/.

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

  4. #4 — Skipping Stones Miami Preschool Score: 20/100

    Miami, FL — Skipping Stones Miami Preschool is a childcare center in Miami, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.skippingstonesmiami.com/.

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

  5. #5 — Sister Carolyn Learning Center Score: 17/100

    Miami, FL — Sister Carolyn Learning Center is a childcare center in Miami, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://st-timothy-catholic.org.

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

  6. #6 — Sheris Learning Thru Love Score: 13/100

    Lakeland, FL — Sheris Learning Thru Love is a childcare center in Lakeland, FL. Programs include Preschool, private school, home service.

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

  7. #7 — SHEPHERD OF THE COAST LEARNING CENTER 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 80. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  8. #8 — Sheri's Stay N Play Family Learning Palace 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 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 →

  9. #9 — SHERWOOD 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 136. 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, Pre K. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Sherwood Preschool Academy Score: 7/100

    Mount Dora, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 247. 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 — Sheyes Of Miami 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 62. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  12. #12 — Sheyes Of Miami Learning 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 121. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  13. #13 — Shine Bright Academy 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  14. #14 — Shining Light Childcare 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 104. 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 →

  15. #15 — Shining Little Stars 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 24. 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 →

  16. #16 — Shining Star Childcare 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 →

  17. #17 — Shining Stars Academy 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 94. 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 →

  18. #18 — Shining Stars Childcare Center, 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 12. 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 →

  19. #19 — Shining Stars Christian Daycare 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 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Shining Stars Learning Center Inc 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 137. 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 →

  21. #21 — Shining Stars Learning Center 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 144. 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 →

  22. #22 — Shining Stars Preschool Academy Inc 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 76. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, After School, Food Served.

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

  23. #23 — Shining Stars Preschool Inc Score: 7/100

    Fort Pierce, 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  24. #24 — Shipman Family Day Care Home 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 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Food Served,…

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

  25. #25 — Shirley Crooms 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: Half Day, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  26. #26 — Shirley Jackson 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  27. #27 — Shoal River Learning Center 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 39. 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 →

  28. #28 — Shore Acres Rec 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 200. 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 →

  29. #29 — SHOWERS OF BLESSINGS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 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 15. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  30. #30 — Shumate Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Palm Bay, 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, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  31. #31 — Sierra Norwood Calvary Child Development Center 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 164. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, After School, Food Served.

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

  32. #32 — Silvia's School 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 105. 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 →

  33. #33 — Silvia Turnes Large Family Child 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 12. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  34. #34 — Simeon's Daycare LLC 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 12. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, After School, Infant Care.

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

  35. #35 — Simmons Child World 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 171. 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 →

  36. #36 — Simmons Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Crawfordville, 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 →

  37. #37 — Simone Strickland's Large Family Child 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 12. 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 →

  38. #38 — Simply Growing 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 47. 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 — Sing And Play Learning Academy Score: 7/100

    Rockledge, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 14. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Infant Care.

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

  40. #40 — Singleton's Little Lion Kids LLC 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, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  41. #41 — SISTRUNK EARLY LEARNING CENTER 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 76. 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 →

  42. #42 — Sky Lake 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 34. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  43. #43 — SKY SUNSHINE DAYCARE 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 53. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Food Served.

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

  44. #44 — Skycrest Christian Preschool 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 127. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  45. #45 — Small Adventures Day Care Home LLC 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 10. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Night Care, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  46. #46 — Small Blessings Child Care 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 136. 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 →

  47. #47 — Small Cherubs LLC 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 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. View full profile →

  48. #48 — SMALL FEAT PRESCHOOL Score: 7/100

    Margate, 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, Half Day, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  49. #49 — Small Freys Daycare 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, Half Day, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  50. #50 — Small Prints 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, Half Day, 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?
Silver Lining Learning Academy & ABA Therapy 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.