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Licensed Daycare in Gainesville, Florida

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Gainesville?

Statewide averages in Florida run roughly $1110/month for infants and $790/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Gainesville daycares?

All licensed Florida centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:11 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Gainesville typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Gainesville?

Florida families can apply for School Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) (intake: (866) 357-3239). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

56 licensed daycares in Gainesville, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Florida licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Gainesville

ChildCare Aware reports the Florida average full-time cost at $1,110/month for infant care and $790/month for preschool. City-level prices in Gainesville vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. Florida families may also qualify for School Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) (intake: (866) 357-3239).

Full Florida licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:6
Preschool ratio: 1:11
Avg capacity: 74 kids

ZIP codes covered

32605 16 32609 8 32608 8 32607 8 32606 8 32603 8 32601 8

Program types in Gainesville

Before & After School Care

8 centers

All Gainesville licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Pembroke Pines #142

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 95

H Family Daycare

Hialeah Childcare Academy #177

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 47

H Family Daycare

Hollywood Golden Gate Daycare #519

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 91

J Family Daycare

Jacksonville Sunflower Daycare #811

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 94

O Family Daycare

Orlando Playhouse Academy #391

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 83

P Family Daycare

Port St. Lucie Children's Place #348

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 113

T Family Daycare

Tallahassee Bright Beginnings #562

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 51

T Family Daycare

Tampa Wonder Years #6

Gainesville

School Age (5+) Cap 100

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Gainesville, Florida?

Our directory lists 56 licensed childcare centers in Gainesville, Florida, sourced from Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Gainesville?

Statewide averages in Florida run roughly $1110/month for infants and $790/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Gainesville daycares?

All licensed Florida centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, and 1:11 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Gainesville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Gainesville?

Florida families can apply for School Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) (intake: (866) 357-3239). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Gainesville daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.