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Licensed Daycare in Mulberry, Florida

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

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 Mulberry 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 Mulberry typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Mulberry?

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 .

8 licensed daycares in Mulberry, 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 Mulberry

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 Mulberry 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: 69 kids

ZIP codes covered

33860 8

Program types in Mulberry

Family Daycare

4 centers

Before & After School Care

4 centers

All Mulberry licensed centers

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C Family Daycare

Cape Coral Wonder Years #237

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 24

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Hollywood #27

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 30

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Jacksonville #315

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 113

F Before/After School

Fort Lauderdale Golden Gate Daycare #447

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 64

M Before/After School

Miami Childcare Academy #105

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 107

S Before/After School

St. Petersburg Children's Place #276

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 87

T Family Daycare

Tallahassee Stepping Stones #66

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 110

T Family Daycare

Tampa Sunshine Daycare #486

Mulberry

School Age (5+) Cap 19

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 Mulberry, Florida?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Mulberry, 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 Mulberry?

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 Mulberry 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 Mulberry typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Mulberry?

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 Mulberry 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.