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Licensed Daycare in Miami, Florida

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

Our directory lists 272 licensed childcare centers in Miami, 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 Miami?

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 Miami 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 Miami typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Miami?

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 .

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272

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Miami

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 Miami 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: 71 kids

ZIP codes covered

33136 14 33184 12 33172 12 33182 11 33155 11 33150 11 33144 11 33132 11

Program types in Miami

Licensed Child Care Center

44 centers

Head Start Center

44 centers

Licensed Group Child Care Home

40 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

All Miami licensed centers

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C Group Care

Cape Coral Discovery Preschool #14

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 57

C Infant Care

Cape Coral Kids First Academy #2

Miami

Preschool (2-5) Cap 57

C Montessori

Cape Coral KinderCare #11

Miami

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 77

C Licensed Center

Cape Coral Precious Moments #20

Miami

Infants & Toddlers Cap 42

C Licensed Center

Cape Coral Primrose School #12

Miami

Infants & Toddlers Cap 59

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Fort Lauderdale #207

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 33

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Hialeah #381

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 46

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Jacksonville #63

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 25

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Pembroke Pines #366

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 34

E Montessori

Explorer Kids St. Petersburg #6

Miami

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 71

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Tampa #222

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 20

F Head Start

First Steps Fort Lauderdale #190

Miami

2 years - 12 years Cap 84

F Group Care

First Steps Jacksonville #1012

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 82

F Head Start

First Steps Jacksonville #1054

Miami

2 years - 12 years Cap 89

F Head Start

First Steps Jacksonville #46

Miami

2 years - 12 years Cap 44

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Miami, Florida?

Our directory lists 272 licensed childcare centers in Miami, 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 Miami?

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 Miami 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 Miami typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Miami?

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 Miami 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.