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Licensed Daycare in Sunrise, Florida

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

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 Sunrise 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 Sunrise typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Sunrise?

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 .

16 licensed daycares in Sunrise, 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 Sunrise

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 Sunrise 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

33323 8 33322 8

Program types in Sunrise

Licensed Group Child Care Home

Before & After School Care

4 centers

All Sunrise licensed centers

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A Before/After School

ABC Academy St. Petersburg #76

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 41

C Group Care

Cape Coral Learning Center #38

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 78

C Family Daycare

Cape Coral Playhouse Academy #37

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 109

F Infant Care

Fort Lauderdale Little Angels #248

Sunrise

Preschool (2-5) Cap 55

F Before/After School

Fort Lauderdale Smart Start Academy #247

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 113

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Jacksonville #1088

Sunrise

Preschool (2-5) Cap 44

H Group Care

Hialeah Panda Kids Academy #458

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 98

H Family Daycare

Hialeah Sunflower Daycare #457

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 90

J Before/After School

Jacksonville Bright Beginnings #1087

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 58

J Group Care

Jacksonville Kids First Academy #116

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 19

L Family Daycare

La Petite Academy Tampa #286

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 74

L Family Daycare

Little Hearts Jacksonville #115

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 92

L Before/After School

Little Hearts Pembroke Pines #418

Sunrise

School Age (5+) Cap 19

P Infant Care

Pembroke Pines Kids First Academy #419

Sunrise

Preschool (2-5) Cap 55

S Infant Care

St. Petersburg Precious Moments #77

Sunrise

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Sunrise, Florida?

Our directory lists 16 licensed childcare centers in Sunrise, 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 Sunrise?

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 Sunrise 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 Sunrise typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Sunrise?

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 Sunrise 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.