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Licensed Daycare in Tampa, Florida

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Tampa, Florida?

Our directory lists 200 licensed childcare centers in Tampa, 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.

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

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 Tampa 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 Tampa typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tampa?

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 .

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

200

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tampa

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 Tampa 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: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

33612 16 33626 13 33607 13 33619 10 33615 10 33613 10 33603 10 33637 9

Program types in Tampa

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Tampa licensed centers

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A Preschool

ABC Academy St. Petersburg #202

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 102

C Preschool

Cape Coral Little Scholars #143

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 45

C Preschool

Cape Coral Rainbow Learning Center #167

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 62

C Preschool

Cape Coral Sunflower Daycare #151

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 45

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Cape Coral #159

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 70

E Preschool

Explorer Kids Miami #15

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 38

F Preschool

Fort Lauderdale Learning Tree #365

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 16

F Preschool

Fort Lauderdale Smart Start Academy #373

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 82

F Preschool

Fort Lauderdale Stepping Stones #357

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 93

H Preschool

Hialeah Cloud Nine Kids #587

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 73

H Preschool

Hialeah Early Learning Center #563

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 48

H Preschool

Hialeah Golden Gate Daycare #579

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 100

J Preschool

Jacksonville Childcare Academy #237

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 101

J Preschool

Jacksonville Early Learning Center #245

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35

J Preschool

Jacksonville Learning Tree #221

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 55

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 Tampa, Florida?

Our directory lists 200 licensed childcare centers in Tampa, 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 Tampa?

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 Tampa 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 Tampa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tampa?

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 Tampa 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.