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Licensed Daycare in Cocoa, Florida

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

14
Licensed Centers
3
Infant Care
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Cocoa listings updated May 2026 from official Florida records.

Daycare in Cocoa: what parents should know

Our directory lists 14 licensed childcare providers in Cocoa, Florida, with Licensed Group Child Care Home the most common type (about 29% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current Florida license at indexing time, sourced from Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing.

For age coverage, 3 centers in Cocoa report infant care (roughly 21% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early). 4 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.

Combined, Cocoa's licensed centers hold about 966 licensed seats — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Cocoa childcare by the numbers

14
Licensed providers
966
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Cocoa

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 Cocoa 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

All Cocoa licensed centers

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cocoa, Florida?
Our directory lists 14 licensed childcare centers in Cocoa, 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 Cocoa?
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 Cocoa 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 Cocoa typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Cocoa?
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 Cocoa 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.

Where to get childcare help in Cocoa

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

School Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(866) 357-3239 · How to apply
Quality ratings

Check NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.

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Verify a license

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Cocoa, Florida are compiled from official Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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