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Licensed Daycare in Tampa, Florida

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Tampa, Florida?

Our directory lists 200 licensed childcare centers in Tampa, 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.

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

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 Tampa 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 Tampa typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Tampa?

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 .

200 licensed daycares in Tampa, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Florida licensing records.

200

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Tampa

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 Tampa 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: 68 kids

ZIP codes covered

33612 16 33626 13 33607 13 33619 10 33615 10 33613 10 33603 10 33637 9

Program types in Tampa

Licensed Group Child Care Home

All Tampa licensed centers

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S Before/After School

St. Petersburg Early Learning Center #188

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 106

S Before/After School

St. Petersburg Golden Gate Daycare #204

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 62

S Group Care

St. Petersburg Kids First Academy #185

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 55

S Preschool

St. Petersburg KinderCare #194

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

S Montessori

St. Petersburg Learning Tree #206

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 45

S Infant Care

St. Petersburg Little Stars Daycare #181

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 106

S Head Start

St. Petersburg Precious Moments #203

Tampa

2 years - 12 years Cap 20

S Head Start

St. Petersburg Primrose School #195

Tampa

2 years - 12 years Cap 28

S Montessori

St. Petersburg Rainbow Learning Center #182

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 109

S Montessori

St. Petersburg Stepping Stones #198

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 100

S Preschool

St. Petersburg Sunshine Daycare #186

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 119

T Licensed Center

Tampa ABC Childcare #405

Tampa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 83

T Group Care

Tampa Bright Futures Daycare #399

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 85

T Montessori

Tampa Childcare Academy #396

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 120

T Preschool

Tampa Children's Place #408

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 31

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Tampa, Florida?

Our directory lists 200 licensed childcare centers in Tampa, 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 Tampa?

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 Tampa 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 Tampa typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Tampa?

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 Tampa 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.