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Licensed Daycare in Miami, Florida

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

272
Licensed Centers
40
Infant Spots
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Miami

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 Miami 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

33136 14 33184 12 33172 12 33182 11 33155 11 33150 11 33144 11 33132 11

Program types in Miami

Child Care Center
44 centers
Head Start
44 centers
Licensed Group Child Care Home
40 centers
Infant Care
40 centers
Preschool
28 centers
Montessori
28 centers

All Miami licensed centers

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T Licensed Center

Tampa Little Stars Daycare #229

Miami

Infants & Toddlers Cap 65
T Group Care

Tampa Panda Kids Academy #215

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 116
T Head Start

Tampa Precious Moments #209

Miami

2 years - 12 years Cap 74
T Infant Care

Tampa Precious Moments #251

Miami

Preschool (2-5) Cap 54
T Montessori

Tampa Smart Start Academy #220

Miami

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 115
T Family Daycare

Tampa Stepping Stones #246

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 102
T Family Daycare

Tampa Sunflower Daycare #214

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 20
T Preschool

Tampa Sunflower Daycare #256

Miami

Preschool (2-5) Cap 45
T Before/After School

Tampa Sunshine Daycare #234

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 70
T Preschool

Tampa Wonder Years #216

Miami

Preschool (2-5) Cap 47
T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Cape Coral #4

Miami

Infants & Toddlers Cap 108
T Licensed Center

Tiny Tots of Fort Lauderdale #178

Miami

Infants & Toddlers Cap 35
T Group Care

Tiny Tots of Fort Lauderdale #220

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 82
T Group Care

Tiny Tots of Jacksonville #76

Miami

School Age (5+) Cap 49
T Infant Care

Tiny Tots of Pembroke Pines #379

Miami

Preschool (2-5) Cap 74

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Miami, Florida?
Our directory lists 272 licensed childcare centers in Miami, 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 Miami?
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 Miami 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 Miami typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Miami?
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 Miami 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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