Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Sunshine Children's Learning Center Score: 27/100

    Tampa, FL — Sunshine Children's Learning Center is a childcare center in Tampa, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://sunshinechildrentampa.com/.

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

  2. #2 — Sunshine Academy Score: 21/100

    Clearwater, FL — Sunshine Academy is a childcare center in Clearwater, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.sunshineclearwater.com/.

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

  3. #3 — Sunrise Early Learning Academy Score: 20/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Sunrise Early Learning Academy is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://sunriseacademyjax.com/.

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

  4. #4 — Sunrise Daycare Score: 17/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Sunrise Daycare is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool. Website: http://sunrisedaycare.org.

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Sunny Daze Preschool East 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 103. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  6. #6 — Sunny Isles Kids' Club Score: 7/100

    Sunny Isles Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 38. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Food Served.

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

  7. #7 — Sunny Meadow Preschool 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 33. 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 →

  8. #8 — SUNNY SEEDS PRESCHOOL Score: 7/100

    Davie, 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 →

  9. #9 — Sunny Smiles Daycare 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, Drop In, After School, Food Served.

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

  10. #10 — Sunrise Children's Services 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 90. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  11. #11 — SUNRISE DISCOVERY ACADEMY Score: 7/100

    Sunrise, 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, Half Day, Drop In, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  12. #12 — SUNRISE PRESCHOOL Score: 7/100

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

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

  13. #13 — Sunrise Tots Daycare 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, Infant Care, Food Served,…

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

  14. #14 — Sunset Montessori 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 45. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, After School.

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

  15. #15 — Sunshine Academy and Daycare 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 204. 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 →

  16. #16 — Sunshine Academy FCCH 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, After School, Infant Care.

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

  17. #17 — Sunshine Academy, LLC Score: 7/100

    Palm Coast, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 208. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  18. #18 — Sunshine Academy Of Flagler Inc Score: 7/100

    Flagler Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 189. 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 →

  19. #19 — Sunshine Academy of Marion County, LLC Score: 7/100

    Ocala, 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: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  20. #20 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT BOULEVARD HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY 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 150. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  21. #21 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT BROADVIEW ELEMENTARY 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 250. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  22. #22 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT COCONUT PALM ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Miramar, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 450. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  23. #23 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT DAVIE ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Davie, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 149. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  24. #24 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT DOLPHIN BAY ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Miramar, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 297. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  25. #25 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT FAIRWAY ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Miramar, 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: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  26. #26 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT HARBORDALE ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Ft Lauderdale, 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: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  27. #27 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT MARGATE ELEMENTARY 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 150. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  28. #28 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT NORTH ANDREWS GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Score: 7/100

    Ft Lauderdale, 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: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  29. #29 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT ROYAL PALM MUSEUM MAGNET SCHOOL 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 150. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  30. #30 — SUNSHINE AFTER CARE AT SEA CASTLE ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Miramar, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 278. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  31. #31 — SUNSHINE AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT DRIFTWOOD ELEMENTARY 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 58. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served.

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

  32. #32 — Sunshine Bilingual Learning Center 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 105. 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 — Sunshine Childcare & Preschool Center 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 180. 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 — Sunshine Children's Learning Center 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 82. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  35. #35 — Sunshine Day School Llc Score: 7/100

    Milton, 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 — SUNSHINE DAYCARE CORP Score: 7/100

    Hallandale Beach, 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, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  37. #37 — Sunshine Daycare of Tampa 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 48. 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 →

  38. #38 — Sunshine Educational Child Care Llc Score: 7/100

    Winter Springs, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 83. 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 →

  39. #39 — SUNSHINE FAMILY HOME DAY CARE 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, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care,…

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

  40. #40 — Sunshine House Preschool Score: 7/100

    Edgewater, 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. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  41. #41 — Sunshine Infant/Toddler Center 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 43. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care.

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

  42. #42 — Sunshine Kiddie College Score: 7/100

    Cape Coral, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 59. 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 →

  43. #43 — Sunshine Kids Center Score: 7/100

    Lehigh Acres, 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, Food Served.

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

  44. #44 — Sunshine Kidz Learning Center 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, 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 →

  45. #45 — SUNSHINE LEARNERS ACADEMY 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 45. 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 →

  46. #46 — Sunshine Learning Academy Inc Score: 7/100

    Punta Gorda, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 132. 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 →

  47. #47 — SUNSHINE LEARNING ACADEMY Score: 7/100

    Miramar, 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, Half Day, After School, Food Served.

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

  48. #48 — SUNSHINE LEARNING ACADEMY OF HOLLYWOOD 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 34. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  49. #49 — Sunshine Learning Center 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 30. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Weekend Care, Food Served.

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

  50. #50 — Sunshine Learning Of Melbourne LLC Score: 7/100

    Melbourne, 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. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: 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?
Sunshine Children's 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.