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Licensed Daycare in Ellenton, Florida

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

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Licensed Centers
4
Infant Spots
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Ellenton

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 Ellenton 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).

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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
83 kids

ZIP codes covered

34222 8

Program types in Ellenton

Licensed Group Child Care Home
4 centers
Infant Care
4 centers

All Ellenton licensed centers

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C Group Care

Cape Coral Little Stars Daycare #334

Ellenton

School Age (5+) Cap 99
F Group Care

First Steps Tampa #583

Ellenton

School Age (5+) Cap 73
F Infant Care

Fort Lauderdale Generations Daycare #544

Ellenton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 84
H Infant Care

Happy Days Miami Daycare #202

Ellenton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 74
K Infant Care

Kids R Us St. Petersburg #373

Ellenton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 104
L Group Care

Little Genius Tallahassee #163

Ellenton

School Age (5+) Cap 107
T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Hollywood #124

Ellenton

Preschool (2-5) Cap 62
T Group Care

Tiny Tots of Jacksonville #412

Ellenton

School Age (5+) Cap 67

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

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Ellenton, Florida?
Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Ellenton, 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 Ellenton?
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 Ellenton 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 Ellenton typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Ellenton?
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 Ellenton 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.

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