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Licensed Daycare in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale

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 Fort Lauderdale 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: 70 kids

ZIP codes covered

33394 16 33388 16 33327 16 33311 9 33315 8 33312 8 33313 4 33308 4

Program types in Fort Lauderdale

Licensed Group Child Care Home

12 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

12 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

12 centers

Before & After School Care

12 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

8 centers

Head Start Center

8 centers

All Fort Lauderdale licensed centers

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A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Jacksonville #1099

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 118

C Family Daycare

Cape Coral Cloud Nine Kids #29

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 19

F Family Daycare

Fort Lauderdale Wonder Years #243

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 74

H Family Daycare

Hialeah Little Scholars #449

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 89

J Family Daycare

Jacksonville KinderSmile #107

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 116

J Family Daycare

Jacksonville Sunshine Daycare #1083

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 15

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Pembroke Pines #430

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 15

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Fort Lauderdale #259

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 102

P Family Daycare

Pembroke Pines Childcare Academy #414

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 111

S Family Daycare

St. Petersburg Smart Start Academy #88

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 98

S Family Daycare

St. Petersburg Stepping Stones #72

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 78

T Family Daycare

Tampa Early Learning Center #278

Fort Lauderdale

School Age (5+) Cap 39

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?

Our directory lists 72 licensed childcare centers in Fort Lauderdale, 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 Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Fort Lauderdale?

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 Fort Lauderdale 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.