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Licensed Daycare in New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Q: What's the average daycare cost in New Smyrna Beach?

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 New Smyrna Beach 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 New Smyrna Beach typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in New Smyrna Beach?

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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Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in New Smyrna Beach

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 New Smyrna Beach 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).

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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: 62 kids

ZIP codes covered

32169 8 32168 8

Program types in New Smyrna Beach

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

Licensed Family Daycare Home

4 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

4 centers

Before & After School Care

4 centers

All New Smyrna Beach licensed centers

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H Group Care

Hialeah Little Angels #2

New Smyrna Beach

School Age (5+) Cap 87

H Group Care

Hollywood Discovery Preschool #344

New Smyrna Beach

School Age (5+) Cap 64

M Group Care

Miami Precious Moments #422

New Smyrna Beach

School Age (5+) Cap 20

P Group Care

Port St. Lucie Kids First Academy #173

New Smyrna Beach

School Age (5+) Cap 75

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in New Smyrna Beach, Florida?

Our directory lists 16 licensed childcare centers in New Smyrna Beach, 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 New Smyrna Beach?

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 New Smyrna Beach 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 New Smyrna Beach typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in New Smyrna Beach?

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 New Smyrna Beach 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.