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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 .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

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

28 centers

Licensed Child Care Center

28 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

28 centers

Head Start Center

28 centers

All Tampa licensed centers

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F Infant Care

Fort Lauderdale Panda Kids Academy #368

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 25

F Licensed Center

Fort Lauderdale Precious Moments #362

Tampa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 70

F Licensed Center

Fort Lauderdale Primrose School #354

Tampa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 117

F Preschool

Fort Lauderdale Smart Start Academy #373

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 82

F Preschool

Fort Lauderdale Stepping Stones #357

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 93

F Montessori

Fort Lauderdale Wonder Years #369

Tampa

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 88

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Hialeah #566

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 72

G Head Start

Growing Minds Miami #32

Tampa

2 years - 12 years Cap 53

G Licensed Center

Growing Minds St. Petersburg #191

Tampa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 97

G Group Care

Growing Minds Tampa #407

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 94

H Infant Care

Happy Days Fort Lauderdale Daycare #352

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 113

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Hialeah Daycare #568

Tampa

Infants & Toddlers Cap 64

H Infant Care

Happy Days Miami Daycare #34

Tampa

Preschool (2-5) Cap 36

H Group Care

Happy Days St. Petersburg Daycare #193

Tampa

School Age (5+) Cap 31

H Head Start

Happy Days Tampa Daycare #409

Tampa

2 years - 12 years Cap 101

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.