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Licensed Daycare in Fort Meade, Florida

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

8
Licensed Centers
4
Infant Spots
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Fort Meade

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 Fort Meade 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
71 kids

ZIP codes covered

33841 8

Program types in Fort Meade

Licensed Group Child Care Home
4 centers
Infant Care
4 centers

All Fort Meade licensed centers

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F Infant Care

First Steps Cape Coral #226

Fort Meade

Preschool (2-5) Cap 49
H Group Care

Happy Days Fort Lauderdale Daycare #436

Fort Meade

School Age (5+) Cap 91
K Group Care

Kids R Us Hollywood #16

Fort Meade

School Age (5+) Cap 120
K Infant Care

Kids R Us Jacksonville #304

Fort Meade

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86
L Group Care

Little Genius Miami #94

Fort Meade

School Age (5+) Cap 115
S Group Care

St. Petersburg Little Stars Daycare #265

Fort Meade

School Age (5+) Cap 23
T Infant Care

Tampa Generations Daycare #475

Fort Meade

Preschool (2-5) Cap 29
T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Tallahassee #55

Fort Meade

Preschool (2-5) Cap 56

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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 Fort Meade, Florida?
Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Fort Meade, 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 Fort Meade?
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 Fort Meade 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 Fort Meade typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Fort Meade?
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 Fort Meade 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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