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Licensed Daycare in Tallahassee, Florida

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

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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tallahassee?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tallahassee

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 Tallahassee 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: 72 kids

ZIP codes covered

32308 13 32399 12 32301 11 32311 8 32310 8 32303 8 32304 5 32312 4

Program types in Tallahassee

Licensed Family Daycare Home

8 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

8 centers

Head Start Center

8 centers

Before & After School Care

8 centers

All Tallahassee licensed centers

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O Head Start

Orlando Learning Center #266

Tallahassee

2 years - 12 years Cap 106

O Infant Care

Orlando Little Stars Daycare #268

Tallahassee

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116

O Preschool

Orlando Playhouse Academy #265

Tallahassee

Preschool (2-5) Cap 115

O Montessori

Orlando Rainbow Learning Center #269

Tallahassee

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 34

O Montessori

Orlando Smart Start Academy #301

Tallahassee

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 100

P Before/After School

Pembroke Pines Golden Gate Daycare #18

Tallahassee

School Age (5+) Cap 90

P Montessori

Pembroke Pines Learning Tree #20

Tallahassee

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 78

P Head Start

Pembroke Pines Precious Moments #17

Tallahassee

2 years - 12 years Cap 24

P Family Daycare

Pembroke Pines Sunflower Daycare #22

Tallahassee

School Age (5+) Cap 87

P Preschool

Port St. Lucie Bright Beginnings #262

Tallahassee

Preschool (2-5) Cap 28

P Head Start

Port St. Lucie Creative Kids #231

Tallahassee

2 years - 12 years Cap 86

P Licensed Center

Port St. Lucie Discovery Preschool #227

Tallahassee

Infants & Toddlers Cap 113

P Preschool

Port St. Lucie Little Scholars #230

Tallahassee

Preschool (2-5) Cap 105

P Family Daycare

Port St. Lucie Stepping Stones #228

Tallahassee

School Age (5+) Cap 22

T Preschool

Tallahassee Bright Beginnings #436

Tallahassee

Preschool (2-5) Cap 23

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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 Tallahassee, Florida?

Our directory lists 64 licensed childcare centers in Tallahassee, 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 Tallahassee?

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 Tallahassee 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 Tallahassee typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tallahassee?

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 Tallahassee 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.