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Licensed Daycare in Cocoa, Florida

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

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 Cocoa 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 Cocoa typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Cocoa?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Cocoa

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 Cocoa 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

32922 16

Program types in Cocoa

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

Head Start Center

4 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

3 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

3 centers

All Cocoa licensed centers

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F Head Start

First Steps Pembroke Pines #265

Cocoa

2 years - 12 years Cap 75

F Group Care

Fort Lauderdale Kids First Academy #92

Cocoa

School Age (5+) Cap 58

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Port St. Lucie #473

Cocoa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 38

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Port St. Lucie Daycare #475

Cocoa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 117

H Infant Care

Hialeah Learning Center #302

Cocoa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 17

H Licensed Center

Hialeah Little Stars Daycare #304

Cocoa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 109

J Group Care

Jacksonville Precious Moments #932

Cocoa

School Age (5+) Cap 59

K Head Start

Kids R Us Jacksonville #934

Cocoa

2 years - 12 years Cap 82

L Licensed Center

Little Genius Tampa #133

Cocoa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 69

O Head Start

Orlando Generations Daycare #514

Cocoa

2 years - 12 years Cap 56

O Group Care

Orlando Little Angels #512

Cocoa

School Age (5+) Cap 116

P Group Care

Pembroke Pines Discovery Preschool #263

Cocoa

School Age (5+) Cap 54

T Infant Care

Tampa Panda Kids Academy #131

Cocoa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Fort Lauderdale #94

Cocoa

2 years - 12 years Cap 41

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cocoa, Florida?

Our directory lists 14 licensed childcare centers in Cocoa, 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 Cocoa?

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 Cocoa 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 Cocoa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Cocoa?

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 Cocoa 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.