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Licensed Daycare in Raiford, Florida

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Raiford?

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 Raiford 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 Raiford typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Raiford?

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 Raiford

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 Raiford 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: 73 kids

ZIP codes covered

32083 8

Program types in Raiford

All Raiford licensed centers

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C Montessori

Cape Coral KinderCare #515

Raiford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 67

H Preschool

Hollywood Little Scholars #305

Raiford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 30

J Montessori

Jacksonville Little Scholars #593

Raiford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 63

M Preschool

Miami Learning Tree #383

Raiford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 67

O Montessori

Orlando Cloud Nine Kids #173

Raiford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 72

P Preschool

Port St. Lucie Early Learning Center #134

Raiford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 88

S Preschool

St. Petersburg KinderSmile #554

Raiford

Preschool (2-5) Cap 110

T Montessori

Tallahassee Rainbow Learning Center #344

Raiford

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 91

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

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Raiford, Florida?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Raiford, 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 Raiford?

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 Raiford 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 Raiford typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Raiford?

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 Raiford 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.