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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 .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

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

28 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

28 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

28 centers

Head Start Center

28 centers

All Tampa licensed centers

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H Head Start

Hialeah ABC Childcare #564

Tampa

2 years - 12 years Cap 15

H Before/After School

Hialeah Bright Beginnings #565

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 44

H Montessori

Hialeah Children's Place #567

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 48

H Preschool

Hialeah Cloud Nine Kids #587

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 73

H Licensed Center

Hialeah Creative Kids #576

Tampa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 73

H Head Start

Hialeah Discovery Preschool #572

Tampa

2 years - 12 years Cap 48

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

H Family Daycare

Hialeah KinderCare #569

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 29

H Montessori

Hialeah Little Scholars #575

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 15

H Licensed Center

Hialeah Panda Kids Academy #584

Tampa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 42

H Group Care

Hialeah Precious Moments #578

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 87

H Group Care

Hialeah Primrose School #570

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 44

H Before/After School

Hialeah Stepping Stones #573

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 39

H Montessori

Hialeah Sunflower Daycare #583

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 113

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.