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Licensed Daycare in Palm Bay, Florida

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Palm Bay?

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 Palm Bay 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 Palm Bay typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Palm Bay?

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 .

28 licensed daycares in Palm Bay, 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 Palm Bay

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 Palm Bay 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: 62 kids

ZIP codes covered

32909 7 32908 7 32907 7 32905 7

Program types in Palm Bay

Before & After School Care

4 centers

Preschool

3 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

3 centers

All Palm Bay licensed centers

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A Head Start

Active Kids Hialeah #300

Palm Bay

2 years - 12 years Cap 59

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Hialeah #297

Palm Bay

School Age (5+) Cap 120

F Infant Care

First Steps Jacksonville #928

Palm Bay

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

F Licensed Center

Fort Lauderdale Bright Futures Daycare #90

Palm Bay

Infants & Toddlers Cap 80

F Before/After School

Fort Lauderdale Childcare Academy #87

Palm Bay

School Age (5+) Cap 119

F Infant Care

Fort Lauderdale Little Stars Daycare #88

Palm Bay

Preschool (2-5) Cap 76

F Montessori

Fort Lauderdale Rainbow Learning Center #89

Palm Bay

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 59

H Infant Care

Happy Days Pembroke Pines Daycare #259

Palm Bay

Preschool (2-5) Cap 15

H Group Care

Hialeah Generations Daycare #298

Palm Bay

School Age (5+) Cap 49

H Preschool

Hialeah KinderSmile #299

Palm Bay

Preschool (2-5) Cap 74

J Licensed Center

Jacksonville Creative Kids #930

Palm Bay

Infants & Toddlers Cap 35

J Montessori

Jacksonville Little Scholars #929

Palm Bay

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 88

J Before/After School

Jacksonville Stepping Stones #927

Palm Bay

School Age (5+) Cap 38

J Head Start

Jumping Jacks Tampa #129

Palm Bay

2 years - 12 years Cap 64

K Group Care

Kids R Us Tampa #127

Palm Bay

School Age (5+) Cap 87

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 Palm Bay, Florida?

Our directory lists 28 licensed childcare centers in Palm Bay, 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 Palm Bay?

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 Palm Bay 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 Palm Bay typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Palm Bay?

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 Palm Bay 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.