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Licensed Daycare in Ponce De Leon, Florida

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Ponce De Leon?

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 Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Ponce De Leon?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Ponce De Leon

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 Ponce De Leon 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: 52 kids

ZIP codes covered

32455 8

Program types in Ponce De Leon

Licensed Child Care Center

4 centers

Head Start Center

4 centers

All Ponce De Leon licensed centers

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G Head Start

Growing Minds Pembroke Pines #89

Ponce De Leon

2 years - 12 years Cap 58

H Licensed Center

Hialeah Little Angels #128

Ponce De Leon

Infants & Toddlers Cap 114

H Licensed Center

Hollywood Discovery Preschool #470

Ponce De Leon

Infants & Toddlers Cap 16

J Head Start

Jacksonville Discovery Preschool #758

Ponce De Leon

2 years - 12 years Cap 73

M Licensed Center

Miami Precious Moments #548

Ponce De Leon

Infants & Toddlers Cap 16

O Head Start

Orlando Panda Kids Academy #338

Ponce De Leon

2 years - 12 years Cap 51

P Licensed Center

Port St. Lucie Kids First Academy #299

Ponce De Leon

Infants & Toddlers Cap 27

T Head Start

Tallahassee Learning Center #509

Ponce De Leon

2 years - 12 years Cap 68

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Ponce De Leon, Florida?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Ponce De Leon, 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 Ponce De Leon?

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 Ponce De Leon 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 Ponce De Leon typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Ponce De Leon?

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 Ponce De Leon 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.