Best Daycares in Florida — 2026 Rankings

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

Top Daycares in Florida

  1. #1 — Brickell International Academy Score: 27/100

    Miami, FL — Brickell International Academy is a childcare center in Miami, FL. Programs include Preschool, school, day care preschool. Website: http://www.brickellschool.com/.

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

  2. #2 — Bowman Academy Score: 26/100

    Tampa, FL — Bowman Academy is a childcare center in Tampa, FL. Programs include Preschool, private school, elementary school. Website: http://thebowmanacademy.com/.

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

  3. #3 — Bobbie Noonan's Child Care at Fort Myers Score: 25/100

    Fort Myers, FL — Bobbie Noonan's Child Care at Fort Myers is a childcare center in Fort Myers, FL. Programs include Preschool, child care and day care, school, education. Website: https://www.bobbienoonans.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Bobbie Noonan's Child Care at Parkway Score: 25/100

    Cape Coral, FL — Bobbie Noonan's Child Care at Parkway is a childcare center in Cape Coral, FL. Programs include Preschool, child care and day care, school, education. Website: https://www.whizkidsacademy.com/.

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Brickell Heights Preschool Score: 19/100

    Miami, FL — Brickell Heights Preschool is a childcare center in Miami, FL. Programs include Preschool, school, education. Website: https://preschool-brickell-heights-fl.business.site/.

    Programs: Preschool, School, Education. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Bob Gilbertson Central City Family YMCA Preschool 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 71. 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 →

  7. #7 — Bob Sierra YMCA Youth & Family Center 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 75. 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 →

  8. #8 — Bobbie's Busy Bee 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 52. 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 →

  9. #9 — Bobby Rice 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, After School, Food Served.

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

  10. #10 — Boca Grande Preschool Inc Score: 7/100

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

    Programs: Full Day. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Boca Lyons Academy School Of The Arts 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 232. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Infant Care, Transportation.

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

  12. #12 — Boca Raton Housing Authority 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 73. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  13. #13 — Boca Raton Preschool 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 150. 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 →

  14. #14 — Bonita Estero Preschool Score: 7/100

    Bonita Springs, 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, 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 — Bonita Springs Academy Score: 7/100

    Bonita Springs, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 194. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Infant Care.

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

  16. #16 — Bonita Springs YMCA The Suwyn Early Learning Center Score: 7/100

    Bonita Springs, 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, Food Served.

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

  17. #17 — Bossio Family Day Care Home 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 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 →

  18. #18 — Bottega Child Development Center LLC 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 66. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Before School, After School.

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

  19. #19 — Boulay Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Fort Pierce, 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, Food Served.

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

  20. #20 — Boykins, Kimberly 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 8. 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 →

  21. #21 — Boynton Beach Preschool 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 138. 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 — Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Tampa Bay - Northside 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 117. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  23. #23 — Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Tampa Bay - Pinellas Park Score: 7/100

    Pinellas Park, 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: Full Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  24. #24 — Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Tampa Bay - Ridgecrest 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 68. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  25. #25 — Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Tampa Bay - Royal Theater 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 54. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  26. #26 — Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Tampa Bay - Tarpon Springs 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 70. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  27. #27 — Boys & Girls Clubs Of Greater Tampa Bay - Wood Valley 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 65. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  28. #28 — Brain Builders Preschool LLC Score: 7/100

    Zephyrhills, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 85. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served,…

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

  29. #29 — Brainy Bunch 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 19. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Night Care, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  30. #30 — Branches 2 Learning, 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 61. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Drop In, Night Care, After School, Food Served.

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

  31. #31 — Branches Inc Lakeview 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 135. Services shown in the snapshot: After School, Food Served.

    Programs: After School. View full profile →

  32. #32 — Brandon Head Start 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 60. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Food Served, Transportation.

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

  33. #33 — Brandon's Place @ Lincoln Score: 7/100

    Tallahassee, 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, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  34. #34 — Branford Love N Care Preschool Score: 7/100

    Branford, 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, Half Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Food Served.

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

  35. #35 — Brannon Family Day Care Home Score: 7/100

    Ponce de Leon, 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, Before School, After School, Infant Care, Food Served.

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

  36. #36 — BRAUSER MAIMONIDES 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 161. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, After School, Food Served.

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

  37. #37 — Brave City Child Care 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 38. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Drop In, Before School, After School, Weekend Care, Infant Care, Food Served,…

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

  38. #38 — Brave Little Stars Academy Score: 7/100

    Palm Springs, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 85. 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 →

  39. #39 — Brave Little Stars 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 58. 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 →

  40. #40 — Braxton's Academy 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 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 →

  41. #41 — Brenda's Family Daycare Home Score: 7/100

    Port St Lucie, 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.

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

  42. #42 — Brevard Zoo 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 15. Services shown in the snapshot: Half Day. Confirm present license status and availability with Florida DCF.

    Programs: Part Time. View full profile →

  43. #43 — Brickell Heights Preschool 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 133. 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 →

  44. #44 — BRICKS Early Learning Center Inc Score: 7/100

    Homestead, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 188. 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 →

  45. #45 — Bridges at Wesley Early Learning Center 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 207. 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 →

  46. #46 — Bridges Early Learning Center 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 122. 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 →

  47. #47 — Bridges Montessori 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 156. Services shown in the snapshot: Full Day, Half Day, Before School, After School, Infant Care.

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

  48. #48 — Bridget Gibbons Family Daycare Home LLC 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 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 →

  49. #49 — Bright Adventures Academy LLC Score: 7/100

    Palmetto Bay, FL — Florida DCF’s statewide provider listing dated 2026-09-04 records this childcare provider as “Operational” and “Licensed.” The listing reports capacity 88. 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, Pre K. View full profile →

  50. #50 — Bright Angels Academy & 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 64. 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 →

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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?
Brickell International Academy 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.