Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Welbourne Nursery and Preschool Score: 27/100

    Winter Park, FL — Welbourne Nursery and Preschool is a childcare center in Winter Park, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://www.welbourneavenuenursery.org/.

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

  2. #2 — Wellington Academy Score: 27/100

    Cape Coral, FL — Wellington Academy is a childcare center in Cape Coral, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://www.wellingtonacademyschools.com.

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

  3. #3 — Westchester Academy and Learning Center Score: 27/100

    Miami, FL — Westchester Academy and Learning Center is a childcare center in Miami, FL. Programs include Preschool, school, private school. Website: https://a4a924b2-b31a-4027-9256-ccdd21ef3d20.godaddysites.com.

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

  4. #4 — Whiz Kids at Pelican Score: 27/100

    Cape Coral, FL — Whiz Kids at Pelican is a childcare center in Cape Coral, FL. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, home service. Website: http://www.whizkidsacademy.com/.

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

  5. #5 — Wilma's Little People's School Score: 27/100

    Jacksonville, FL — Wilma's Little People's School is a childcare center in Jacksonville, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, school. Website: http://wlps.ju.edu/.

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, School. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Whitney M Young Academy at ETC Score: 27/100

    Orlando, FL — Whitney M Young Academy at ETC is a childcare center in Orlando, FL. Programs include Preschool, elementary school, private school. Website: https://www.guidepostmontessori.com/schools/wmya-etc-orlando-fl.

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

  7. #7 — Wee World Preschool Score: 25/100

    Temple Terrace, FL — Wee World Preschool is a childcare center in Temple Terrace, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: https://missionhill.org/connect/wee-world/.

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

  8. #8 — Westgate Children's Learning & Development Center Score: 22/100

    Orlando, FL — Westgate Children's Learning & Development Center is a childcare center in Orlando, FL. Programs include Preschool, day care preschool, school. Website: http://westgatechildcare.com/.

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

  9. #9 — Weekday School Score: 20/100

    Orlando, FL — Weekday School is a childcare center in Orlando, FL. Programs include Preschool, private school, religious school. Website: http://www.weekdayschoolorlando.org/.

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

  10. #10 — West Lakes Early Learning Center Score: 20/100

    Orlando, FL — West Lakes Early Learning Center is a childcare center in Orlando, FL. Programs include Preschool, home service, day care preschool. Website: http://WestLakesELC.com/.

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

  11. #11 — Wee Wisdom Montessori School 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 145. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School.

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

  12. #12 — Wekiva Children's Academy Score: 7/100

    Altamonte Springs, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 139. 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 — Welbourne Avenue Nursery & Kindergarten Score: 7/100

    Winter Park, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 118. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  14. #14 — Wellington Academy LLC 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 164. 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 →

  15. #15 — Wellington Academy LLC 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 315. 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 →

  16. #16 — Wellington Academy, LLC 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 175. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

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

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

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

  18. #18 — Wellington 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 307. 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, Pre K. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Wesley Chapel Academy 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 98. 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 →

  20. #20 — Wesley Chapel Christian Preschool 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 116. 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 →

  21. #21 — Wesley Christian Academy Score: 7/100

    Clermont, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 315. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, After School.

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

  22. #22 — Wesley Creative School for Children LLC 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 96. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Transportation.

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

  23. #23 — Wesleyan Child Care 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 128. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School.

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

  24. #24 — WEST FAMILY LEARNING CENTER EAST, 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 86. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, After School, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  25. #25 — West Glades Montessori Score: 7/100

    Boca Raton, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 122. 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 →

  26. #26 — West Kendall Baptist Hospital Early 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 65. 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 — West Miami Montessori Learning 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 41. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care.

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

  28. #28 — West Tampa Early 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 76. 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. View full profile →

  29. #29 — WESTLAKE PREPARATORY SCHOOL/YESHIVAT TORAT YOSEF 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 91. 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 →

  30. #30 — Westminster Academy Preschool 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 89. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day, Before School, After School.

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

  31. #31 — WESTON LEARNING ACADEMY Score: 7/100

    Weston, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 128. 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 →

  32. #32 — Westside Baptist Church Of Boynton Beach Inc. Score: 7/100

    Boynton Beach, 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, Infant Care.

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

  33. #33 — Westtown Christian Academy 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 169. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care.

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

  34. #34 — WHIDDON ROGERS CHILD DEVELOPMENT 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 243. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  35. #35 — White 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, Drop In, Night Care, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  36. #36 — WHITE, KATINA d/b/a KATINA'S LITTLE ADVENTURES LLC 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 10. 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 →

  37. #37 — Whiz Kids at Parkway 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 189. 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 →

  38. #38 — Whiz Kidz South, Inc. 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 110. 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 →

  39. #39 — Wiggle Worms Learning Center 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 63. 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 →

  40. #40 — Wild Sprouts LLC Score: 7/100

    Bunnell, 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, After School.

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

  41. #41 — Wileva Christian Academy LLC Score: 7/100

    Port Richey, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 28. 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 — Williams Child Development Center LLC 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 72. 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 →

  43. #43 — Williams-Hodo Family Day Care Home 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 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 — Willis Family Day Care Home 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 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 →

  45. #45 — Willis S. Johns 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 240. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School.

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

  46. #46 — Willow Creek Preschool 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 167. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

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

  47. #47 — Wilma Martin Family Daycare Home LLC Score: 7/100

    Reddick, 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 →

  48. #48 — Wilson Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Madison, 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 →

  49. #49 — Wilson Family Day Care Home 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, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  50. #50 — Wilson 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, Drop In, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

    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?
Welbourne Nursery and 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.