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Licensed Daycare in Ocala, Florida

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

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 Ocala 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 Ocala typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Ocala?

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 .

88 licensed daycares in Ocala, 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 Ocala

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 Ocala 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

34474 11 34471 10 34470 9 34482 8 34481 8 34480 8 34479 8 34476 8

Program types in Ocala

Licensed Group Child Care Home

Before & After School Care

12 centers

All Ocala licensed centers

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A Montessori

ABC Academy Hollywood #181

Ocala

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 34

A Preschool

ABC Academy Jacksonville #469

Ocala

Preschool (2-5) Cap 79

A Family Daycare

ABC Academy Miami #253

Ocala

School Age (5+) Cap 86

A Infant Care

Active Kids St. Petersburg #429

Ocala

Preschool (2-5) Cap 84

A Head Start

Active Kids Tallahassee #213

Ocala

2 years - 12 years Cap 98

C Head Start

Cape Coral ABC Childcare #384

Ocala

2 years - 12 years Cap 45

C Before/After School

Cape Coral Bright Beginnings #385

Ocala

School Age (5+) Cap 52

C Montessori

Cape Coral Children's Place #387

Ocala

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 71

C Preschool

Cape Coral Early Learning Center #383

Ocala

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

C Family Daycare

Cape Coral KinderCare #389

Ocala

School Age (5+) Cap 108

C Group Care

Cape Coral Primrose School #390

Ocala

School Age (5+) Cap 92

C Family Daycare

Cape Coral Sunshine Daycare #381

Ocala

School Age (5+) Cap 70

E Preschool

Explorer Kids St. Petersburg #426

Ocala

Preschool (2-5) Cap 75

E Family Daycare

Explorer Kids Tallahassee #210

Ocala

School Age (5+) Cap 21

F Head Start

First Steps Hollywood #178

Ocala

2 years - 12 years Cap 116

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Ocala, Florida?

Our directory lists 88 licensed childcare centers in Ocala, 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 Ocala?

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 Ocala 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 Ocala typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Ocala?

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 Ocala 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.