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Licensed Daycare in Pensacola, Florida

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

80
Licensed Centers
12
Infant Spots
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Pensacola

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 Pensacola 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

32505 9 32503 9 32501 9 32534 8 32526 8 32514 8 32508 8 32507 8

Program types in Pensacola

Preschool Program
12 centers
Montessori School
12 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
12 centers
Infant & Toddler Center
12 centers
Licensed Family Daycare Home
8 centers
Licensed Child Care Center
8 centers

All Pensacola licensed centers

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M Head Start

Miami Little Angels #560

Pensacola

2 years - 12 years Cap 27
M Family Daycare

Miami Playhouse Academy #565

Pensacola

School Age (5+) Cap 69
M Preschool

Miami Smart Start Academy #559

Pensacola

Preschool (2-5) Cap 30
N Licensed Center

Nurturing Hearts Hollywood #486

Pensacola

Infants & Toddlers Cap 103
N Head Start

Nurturing Hearts Jacksonville #774

Pensacola

2 years - 12 years Cap 104
N Group Care

Nurturing Hearts Pembroke Pines #111

Pensacola

School Age (5+) Cap 112
O Group Care

Orlando ABC Childcare #360

Pensacola

School Age (5+) Cap 69
O Head Start

Orlando Bright Futures Daycare #354

Pensacola

2 years - 12 years Cap 67
O Family Daycare

Orlando Childcare Academy #351

Pensacola

School Age (5+) Cap 106
O Infant Care

Orlando Kids First Academy #356

Pensacola

Preschool (2-5) Cap 51
O Licensed Center

Orlando Learning Center #350

Pensacola

Infants & Toddlers Cap 27
O Group Care

Orlando Little Stars Daycare #352

Pensacola

School Age (5+) Cap 53
O Montessori

Orlando Playhouse Academy #349

Pensacola

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 65
O Preschool

Orlando Rainbow Learning Center #353

Pensacola

Preschool (2-5) Cap 80
O Montessori

Orlando Sunshine Daycare #357

Pensacola

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 68

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Pensacola, Florida?
Our directory lists 80 licensed childcare centers in Pensacola, 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 Pensacola?
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 Pensacola 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 Pensacola typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Pensacola?
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 Pensacola 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.

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