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Licensed Daycare in Davie, Florida

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

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 Davie 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 Davie typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Davie?

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 .

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

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$1,110/mo

Florida avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Davie

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 Davie 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: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

33328 9 33332 8 33331 8 33330 8 33326 8 33325 8 33314 7

Program types in Davie

Before & After School Care

8 centers

All Davie licensed centers

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F Preschool

Fort Lauderdale Playhouse Academy #253

Davie

Preschool (2-5) Cap 24

F Montessori

Fort Lauderdale Sunflower Daycare #241

Davie

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 96

G Licensed Center

Growing Minds Jacksonville #122

Davie

Infants & Toddlers Cap 105

G Head Start

Growing Minds Pembroke Pines #425

Davie

2 years - 12 years Cap 17

H Licensed Center

Happy Days Jacksonville Daycare #1090

Davie

Infants & Toddlers Cap 115

H Group Care

Happy Days Jacksonville Daycare #124

Davie

School Age (5+) Cap 26

H Infant Care

Happy Days Pembroke Pines Daycare #427

Davie

Preschool (2-5) Cap 29

H Before/After School

Hialeah Cloud Nine Kids #461

Davie

School Age (5+) Cap 15

H Group Care

Hialeah Generations Daycare #466

Davie

School Age (5+) Cap 34

H Licensed Center

Hialeah Little Angels #464

Davie

Infants & Toddlers Cap 66

H Montessori

Hialeah Smart Start Academy #463

Davie

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 35

J Montessori

Jacksonville Bright Beginnings #121

Davie

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 75

J Family Daycare

Jacksonville Children's Place #123

Davie

School Age (5+) Cap 70

J Head Start

Jacksonville Discovery Preschool #1094

Davie

2 years - 12 years Cap 101

J Before/After School

Jacksonville Early Learning Center #119

Davie

School Age (5+) Cap 74

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Davie, Florida?

Our directory lists 56 licensed childcare centers in Davie, 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 Davie?

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 Davie 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 Davie typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Davie?

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 Davie 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.