Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Ymca Child Development Center Score: 20/100

    North Port, FL — Ymca Child Development Center is a childcare center in North Port, FL. Programs include Preschool, gym, active life. Website: http://www.charlottecountyymca.com.

    Programs: Preschool, Gym, Active life. View full profile →

  2. #2 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT PASADENA LAKES ELEMENTARY 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 50. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  3. #3 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT PLANTATION ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Plantation, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 179. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  4. #4 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT RIVERLAND ELEMENTARY 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 170. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  5. #5 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT ROCK ISLAND 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 203. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  6. #6 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT SILVER RIDGE 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 30. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day, After School, Food Served.

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

  7. #7 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT SUNLAND PARK 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 136. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  8. #8 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT TEDDER ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Deerfield Beach, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 102. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  9. #9 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE AT WEST HOLLYWOOD 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 170. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  10. #10 — YMCA AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT PINEWOOD 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 30. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  11. #11 — YMCA AFTERCARE AT COOPER CITY ELEMENTARY Score: 7/100

    Cooper City, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 13. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day, After School, Food Served.

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

  12. #12 — YMCA AFTERSCHOOL CHILDCARE AT AMERICAN PREPARATORY ACADEMY 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 30. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  13. #13 — YMCA Afterschool Childcare At Sunset Lakes 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 49. Services shown in the snapshot: After School. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  14. #14 — YMCA AFTERSCHOOL CHILDCARE AT WINGATE OAKS 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 50. Services shown in the snapshot: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  15. #15 — YMCA Child Care Wilderness Score: 7/100

    Brooksville, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 163. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  16. #16 — YMCA Child Development Center - Teddy Bear Academy Score: 7/100

    Stuart, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 333. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care.

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

  17. #17 — YMCA Of Boca Raton 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 246. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Transportation.

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

  18. #18 — YMCA Of South Palm Beach County At 901 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 87. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  19. #19 — YMCA of Southwest Florida Early Learning Academy at PGT Innovations Score: 7/100

    North Venice, 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, Infant Care, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  20. #20 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Child Care - Belcher 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 175. Services shown in the snapshot: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  21. #21 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Belleair 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 130. Services shown in the snapshot: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  22. #22 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Curlew Creek Score: 7/100

    Palm Harbor, 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: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  23. #23 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Curtis Score: 7/100

    Dunedin, 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, Half Day, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  24. #24 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Fuguitt 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 180. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  25. #25 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Highland Lakes Score: 7/100

    Palm Harbor, 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.

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

  26. #26 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Child Care - Lake St. George Score: 7/100

    Palm Harbor, 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: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  27. #27 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Child Care - Leila Davis 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 150. Services shown in the snapshot: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  28. #28 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Child Care - Lift Academy 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 19. Services shown in the snapshot: After School. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  29. #29 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Oldsmar Score: 7/100

    Oldsmar, 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: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  30. #30 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Orange Grove Score: 7/100

    Seminole, 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: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  31. #31 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Plumb 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 180. Services shown in the snapshot: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  32. #32 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Safety Harbor Score: 7/100

    Safety Harbor, 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: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  33. #33 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Child Care - Skycrest 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 120. Services shown in the snapshot: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  34. #34 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Child Care - Sunset Hills 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 115. Services shown in the snapshot: Before School, After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  35. #35 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Citrus County Branch Central Ridge Elementary Score: 7/100

    Citrus Springs, 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: Before School, After School.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  36. #36 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Citrus County Branch Crystal River Primary Score: 7/100

    Crystal River, 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: Before School, After School.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  37. #37 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Citrus County Branch Floral City Elementary Score: 7/100

    Floral City, 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.

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

  38. #38 — YMCA Of The Suncoast Citrus County Branch Score: 7/100

    Homosassa, 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: Before School, After School.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  39. #39 — YMCA - Gulf Beaches Score: 6/100

    St Pete Beach, 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: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  40. #40 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Anona Score: 6/100

    Largo, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 100. Services shown in the snapshot: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  41. #41 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Bauder Score: 6/100

    Seminole, 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: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  42. #42 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Brooker Creek Score: 6/100

    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 125. Services shown in the snapshot: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  43. #43 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Cypress Woods Score: 6/100

    Palm Harbor, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 125. Services shown in the snapshot: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  44. #44 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Forest Lakes Score: 6/100

    Oldsmar, 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: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  45. #45 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Frontier Score: 6/100

    Clearwater, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 205. Services shown in the snapshot: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  46. #46 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Oakhurst Score: 6/100

    Largo, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 125. Services shown in the snapshot: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  47. #47 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Ozona Score: 6/100

    Palm Harbor, 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: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  48. #48 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Starkey Score: 6/100

    Seminole, 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: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  49. #49 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Tarpon Elementary Score: 6/100

    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 110. Services shown in the snapshot: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. View full profile →

  50. #50 — YMCA of the Suncoast Child Care - Tarpon Springs Fundamental Score: 6/100

    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 50. Services shown in the snapshot: NO DATA. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: General Childcare. 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?
Ymca Child Development 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.