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Licensed Daycare in Polk City, Florida

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

8
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Polk 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 Polk 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
77 kids

ZIP codes covered

33868 8

Program types in Polk City

Preschool
4 centers
Montessori
4 centers

All Polk City licensed centers

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C Preschool

Cape Coral Cloud Nine Kids #239

Polk City

Preschool (2-5) Cap 99
F Montessori

Fort Lauderdale Learning Tree #449

Polk City

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 93
H Montessori

Hollywood KinderSmile #29

Polk City

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 19
J Preschool

Jacksonville KinderSmile #317

Polk City

Preschool (2-5) Cap 71
M Montessori

Miami Rainbow Learning Center #107

Polk City

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 52
S Montessori

St. Petersburg KinderCare #278

Polk City

6 weeks - 12 years Cap 108
T Preschool

Tallahassee Little Scholars #68

Polk City

Preschool (2-5) Cap 74
T Preschool

Tampa Early Learning Center #488

Polk City

Preschool (2-5) Cap 105

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