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Licensed Daycare in Palm Beach Garde, Florida

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

16
Licensed Centers
4
Family Homes
$1,110/mo
Florida avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Palm Beach Garde listings updated May 2026 from official Florida records.

Daycare in Palm Beach Garde: what parents should know

Palm Beach Garde has 16 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 25% 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.

Licensed care in Palm Beach Garde spans 2+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 25% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

Together, licensed providers in Palm Beach Garde report capacity for roughly 1,324 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Palm Beach Garde childcare by the numbers

16
Licensed providers
1,324
Licensed child seats
4
Family child care homes
2+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Palm Beach Garde

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 Palm Beach Garde 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
82 kids

ZIP codes covered

Largest licensed centers in Palm Beach Garde

By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.

All Palm Beach Garde licensed centers

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Palm Beach Garde, Florida?
Our directory lists 16 licensed childcare centers in Palm Beach Garde, 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 Palm Beach Garde?
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 Palm Beach Garde 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 Palm Beach Garde typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Palm Beach Garde?
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 Palm Beach Garde 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 Palm Beach Garde

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.

Find a program
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 Palm Beach Garde, 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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