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Licensed Daycare in Wauchula, Florida

8 licensed daycares in Wauchula, 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

Wauchula listings updated May 2026 from official Florida records.

Daycare in Wauchula: what parents should know

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare providers in Wauchula, Florida, 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 Wauchula report infant care (roughly 50% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early).

Together, licensed providers in Wauchula report capacity for roughly 552 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Wauchula childcare by the numbers

8
Licensed providers
552
Licensed child seats
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Wauchula

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 Wauchula 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
69 kids

ZIP codes covered

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

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

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

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Wauchula, 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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