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Licensed Daycare in O Brien, Florida

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

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

O Brien listings updated May 2026 from official Florida records.

Daycare in O Brien: what parents should know

There are 8 licensed childcare providers on record in O Brien, with Licensed Group Child Care Home the most common type (about 50% 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, 4 centers in O Brien report infant care (roughly 50% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).

Together, licensed providers in O Brien report capacity for roughly 679 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

O Brien childcare by the numbers

8
Licensed providers
679
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in O Brien

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 O Brien 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).

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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
84 kids

ZIP codes covered

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in O Brien, Florida?
Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in O Brien, 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 O Brien?
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 O Brien 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 O Brien typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in O Brien?
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 O Brien 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 O Brien

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.

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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

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How this data is sourced. Listings for O Brien, 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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