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Daycares in Tampa, FL are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 47 reviews of the 391 listed daycares

7409 - La Petite Academy on Regents Park Drive

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

7407 - La Petite Academy on Mapledale Blvd

My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the...

- Carla C.

Kiddie Academy of Carrollwood

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

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7409 - La Petite Academy on Regents Park Drive

9005 REGENTS PARK DR TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7407 - La Petite Academy on Mapledale Blvd

15707 MAPLEDALE DR TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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O2B Kids South Westshore

4302 W EUCLID AVE TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
O2B Kids South Westshore is open! The first 5 years of your child's life establishes a foundation for lifetime success! Our Preschool program focuses on giving children a variety of experiences in the classroom as well as on the playground to build strong circuits in the brain. Children learn best through PLAY and that is what...
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STEAM Preschool Academy at Netpark Tampa Bay

5015 N 56TH ST TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Kindergarten
Child care
Preschool
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Kiddie Academy of Carrollwood

15320 CASEY RD TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Kiddie Academy of Westchase

12101 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
Preschool
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early...

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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EDUCATED MINDS ACADEMY, INC.

10025 W HILLSBOROUGH AVE TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Cooperative
Academic
Kindergarten
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
We are committed to providing every child with the best possible care and learning experience. We hold high standards for our school and staff members. We have an exceptional educational curriculum that focuses on both traditional as well as web based approach. We are independently owned and operated.
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BRIDGES AT WESLEY EARLY LEARNING CENTER

6100 MEMORIAL HWY TAMPA, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1071/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
Bridges Preschool was nominated best preschool of Tampa Bay for 5 consecutive years, bringing us to the Business Hall of Fame in 2023. Families love that we have small ratios and follow a faith base curriculum. We are open over the summer and include activities such as: water days, foam parties, bounce house fun, chapel and...

Jean D. says "My son has been there since he was 7 weeks old, and we have had positive experience. The Caregivers are knowledgeable and kind. The turn-over is low and so...

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Palma Ceia Presbyterian Preschool

3501 W SAN JOSE ST TAMPA, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$850/mo
Faith based
Reggio emilia
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Child care
+ 1 more
With strong, deep roots serving the South Tampa community, Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church has been here since 1928. Our preschool was established in 1979 and we have been serving all the children of South Tampa ever since. Palma Ceia Presbyterian Preschool supports the learning and development of children through full...

Lauren D. says "We have three children, and my family has had at least one child (sometimes two) at Palma Ceia Presbyterian Preschool each year for the last seven years....

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WESTTOWN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

13521 RACE TRACK RD TAMPA, FL

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$710/mo

Stephanie M. says "Westtown Christian Academy has been apart of family for many years. Our first born son, Cohen was in the infant room the very first year the preschool...

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ECHO LEARNING CENTER BILINGUAL

6535 E HILLSBOROUGH AVE TAMPA, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$750/mo
International
Developmental (play-based)
Kindergarten
Day Care
Preschool
+ 1 more
Somos un centro de educación temprana BILINGÜE. Nuestras instalaciones ofrecen aulas luminosas y dos patios de recreo privados. Su niño pequeño se sentirá seguro, recibirá mucha atención personalizada y desarrollará un amor por el aprendizaje a través de nuestro enfoque único de atención. Contamos con un espacio de CALMA donde...

Juan A. says " Everything is gong good at the center I have no complaints. they are very good here. I rate this center a 5. "

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SMART STEPS LLC

9653 WILSKY BLVD TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Day Care
Child care
Preschool
We have great curriculum in accordance with each child's developmental growth we want every child to learn and grow. Our teachers are caring and nurturing for each child's needs. We love what we do and care about each child as if it was our own. You will love us as your childcare provider that you feel we are part of the family...

Larry O. says "Been with them since my son was born he is 5 now and starting Pre-K they are amazing."

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New East Tampa Academy

4309 N 34TH ST TAMPA, FL

5.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$192/mo

Felicia C. says "Excellent school - wouldn't have my child go anywhere else. Teachers are amazing, resource officers are amazing. Any questions about schooling that you...

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BAMBOO BAMBINO LEARNING ACADEMY

914 N S CASTLE CT TAMPA, FL

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$160/mo
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Special needs
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
+ 3 more
Bamboo Bambino is a family operated center. We provide quality care for children from infant to 5 years of age. We strive to create and immersive learning environment with the comforts of home .

Sara Q. says "We felt comfortable at Bamboo Bambino from the first time we walked in i never worried about my kids when I was at work. They are great about actually...

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Barbara Heath Family Daycare

7009 Danewood Court Tampa, FL

5.0(6)
I am a professional LICENSED in-home child care provider for the past 20 years in Hillsborough County with Background check, CPR, First Aid, Early Literacy, Kindergarten School Readiness and additional educational classes taken yearly. I provide a CLEAN, SAFE, LOVING and LEARNING environment for children, infant - 5 yr. I have...

Taryne says "Ms.Barbara has been so good to our family. From taking care of my nieces for years to taking my son last minute for pre-k, she has always been flexible,...

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Lil Tots Learning Center

3042 S 78TH ST TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Special needs
Day Care
+ 2 more
At Lil Tots Learning Center, we provide a safe, nurturing, and fun environment where children can learn and grow from infancy through school age. Our dedicated teachers create engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage creativity, independence, and a love for learning. From early milestones like tummy time and first...

Care Member says "My son has been attending Lil Tots Learning Center since he was just 4 months old, and now at 18 months I can truly see how much he has grown and...

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7406 - La Petite Academy on W. Humphrey

3818 W HUMPHREY ST TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7410 - La Petite Academy on S. Village Drive

13502 S VILLAGE DR TAMPA, FL

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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7408 - La Petite Academy on Paula Drive

7511 PAULA DR TAMPA, FL

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us...

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Baycrest Academy Child Care Center

413 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Tampa, FL

3.0(1)
Child care
Preschool

Christine says "the fours teacher really loves her career. she is outstanding with the children. shes the reason why my children still attending!"

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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Tampa, FL

Daycare centers near you in Tampa, FL offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Tampa, FL provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Tampa, FL for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Tampa, FL include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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