Licensed Daycare in Port Saint Lucie, Florida
48 licensed daycares in Port Saint Lucie, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official Florida licensing records.
Port Saint Lucie listings updated May 2026 from official Florida records.
Daycare in Port Saint Lucie: what parents should know
Families in Port Saint Lucie can choose from 48 licensed childcare providers, with Preschool the most common type (about 17% 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, 8 centers in Port Saint Lucie report infant care (roughly 17% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 8 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5. 4 are Head Start programs, free for income-eligible families.
Licensed care in Port Saint Lucie spans 6+ ZIP codes, so families can usually find an option within a short commute. About 8% 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 Port Saint Lucie report capacity for roughly 3,222 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Port Saint Lucie childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Port Saint Lucie
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 Port Saint Lucie 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 overviewQuick 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
- 67 kids
Program types in Port Saint Lucie
Largest licensed centers in Port Saint Lucie
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Port Saint Lucie licensed centers
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Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programSchool Readiness Program (Early Learning Coalitions) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(866) 357-3239 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with Florida Department of Children and Families — Child Care Licensing.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Port Saint Lucie, 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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