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Licensed Daycare in Wauchula, Florida

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

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 Wauchula 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 Wauchula typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Wauchula?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Wauchula

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 Wauchula 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

33873 8

Program types in Wauchula

Licensed Group Child Care Home

4 centers

Infant & Toddler Center

4 centers

All Wauchula licensed centers

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C Infant Care

Cape Coral Little Angels #242

Wauchula

Preschool (2-5) Cap 99

F Group Care

Fort Lauderdale Panda Kids Academy #452

Wauchula

School Age (5+) Cap 91

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Tampa #491

Wauchula

Preschool (2-5) Cap 53

H Group Care

Hollywood Learning Center #32

Wauchula

School Age (5+) Cap 43

J Infant Care

Jacksonville Learning Center #320

Wauchula

Preschool (2-5) Cap 55

M Group Care

Miami Kids First Academy #110

Wauchula

School Age (5+) Cap 108

S Group Care

St. Petersburg Discovery Preschool #281

Wauchula

School Age (5+) Cap 76

T Infant Care

Tallahassee Precious Moments #71

Wauchula

Preschool (2-5) Cap 27

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Wauchula, Florida?

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

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 Wauchula 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 Wauchula typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Wauchula?

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 Wauchula 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.