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Licensed Daycare in Lake City, Florida

8 licensed daycares in Lake City, 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
0
Infant Spots
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lake City

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 Lake City 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

32055 9

Program types in Lake City

Child Care Center
4 centers
Head Start
4 centers

All Lake City licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

Cape Coral Learning Center #500

Lake City

Infants & Toddlers Cap 86
G Head Start

Growing Minds Miami #368

Lake City

2 years - 12 years Cap 115
H Head Start

Hollywood Kids First Academy #290

Lake City

2 years - 12 years Cap 26
J Licensed Center

Jacksonville Kids First Academy #578

Lake City

Infants & Toddlers Cap 53
O Licensed Center

Orlando Discovery Preschool #158

Lake City

Infants & Toddlers Cap 52
P Head Start

Port St. Lucie Little Angels #119

Lake City

2 years - 12 years Cap 80
S Head Start

St. Petersburg Precious Moments #539

Lake City

2 years - 12 years Cap 71
T Licensed Center

Tallahassee Panda Kids Academy #329

Lake City

Infants & Toddlers Cap 61

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

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