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Licensed Daycare in Punta Gorda, Florida

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Punta Gorda?

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 Punta Gorda 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 Punta Gorda typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Punta Gorda?

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 Punta Gorda

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 Punta Gorda 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

33955 16 33983 8 33982 8 33950 2

Program types in Punta Gorda

Licensed Family Daycare Home

8 centers

Before & After School Care

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

4 centers

All Punta Gorda licensed centers

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J Family Daycare

Jacksonville Smart Start Academy #355

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 73

J Montessori

Jacksonville Sunshine Daycare #369

Punta Gorda

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 46

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Tallahassee #106

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 50

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Tampa #526

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 83

M Preschool

Miami Children's Place #159

Punta Gorda

Preschool (2-5) Cap 76

M Before/After School

Miami Playhouse Academy #145

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 98

M Family Daycare

Miami Rainbow Learning Center #149

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 17

S Before/After School

St. Petersburg Bright Beginnings #316

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 78

S Preschool

St. Petersburg Golden Gate Daycare #330

Punta Gorda

Preschool (2-5) Cap 108

S Family Daycare

St. Petersburg KinderCare #320

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 26

S Group Care

St. Petersburg Precious Moments #329

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 30

T Before/After School

Tallahassee Little Scholars #110

Punta Gorda

School Age (5+) Cap 60

T Infant Care

Tallahassee Panda Kids Academy #119

Punta Gorda

Preschool (2-5) Cap 83

T Montessori

Tallahassee Wonder Years #120

Punta Gorda

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 108

T Infant Care

Tampa Discovery Preschool #539

Punta Gorda

Preschool (2-5) Cap 93

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

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Punta Gorda, Florida?

Our directory lists 32 licensed childcare centers in Punta Gorda, 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 Punta Gorda?

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 Punta Gorda 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 Punta Gorda typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Punta Gorda?

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 Punta Gorda 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.