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Best Daycares in Melbourne

Two independent rankings for Melbourne: the safest providers based on Florida DCF inspection history, and the most loved by parents based on verified reviews. Every score is computed with the same formula and updated nightly.

Melbourne snapshot

Licensed centers
52
Avg. confidence
62
Offer VPK
69%
Gold Seal
29%

How we score every provider

Detailed methodology →

Five weighted categories combine into the Daycare Confidence Index.

  • Regulatory & SafetyThe backbone of the index — safety history the state actually inspects.
  • Parent ReviewsLived experience of families, adjusted so a handful of reviews cannot skew the picture.
  • AccreditationInvestment in quality beyond basic licensing.
  • Staff QualificationsVerified information about credentials, degrees, and training.
  • TransparencyHow much practical information a provider actually shares.

Fewest recent violations

Safest Daycares in Melbourne

  1. The Goddard School Of Viera

    8557 Bower Ln

    60
    Safety Index
  2. Care For Kids, LLC

    2445 Jen Dr

    60
    Safety Index
  3. Space Coast Discovery

    3790 Dairy Rd

    60
    Safety Index
  4. Church At Viera, Inc.

    9005 N Wickham Rd

    60
    Safety Index
  5. Coastal Kids Academy Melbourne

    4950 Dairy Rd

    60
    Safety Index
  6. Amazing Explorers Academy Viera

    8911 Trafford Dr

    60
    Safety Index
  7. Brevard Zoo

    8225 N Wickham Rd

    60
    Safety Index
  8. The Launch Pad Preschool

    3980 Sarno Rd Unit 101

    60
    Safety Index
  9. Ascension Catholic School

    2950 N Harbor City Blvd Melbourne FL 32935-6227

    60
    Safety Index
  10. Bright Horizons Academy

    550 E Florida Ave

    60
    Safety Index

Highest trust-adjusted rating

Most Loved by Melbourne Parents

  1. The Goddard School Of Viera

    8557 Bower Ln

    4.9
    92 reviews
  2. Brevard Zoo

    8225 N Wickham Rd

    4.7
    8,034 reviews
  3. Church At Viera, Inc.

    9005 N Wickham Rd

    4.7
    247 reviews
  4. The Launch Pad Preschool

    3980 Sarno Rd Unit 101

    4.9
    40 reviews
  5. The Melbourne Preschool

    1308 Sarno Rd

    4.8
    43 reviews
  6. Prince Of Peace School

    6895 Murrell Rd

    4.9
    30 reviews
  7. Faith Fellowship Academy

    2820 Business Center Blvd

    4.7
    65 reviews
  8. Jelly Bean Junction

    3115 New York Ave

    4.6
    90 reviews
  9. Care For Kids, LLC

    2445 Jen Dr

    5.0
    18 reviews
  10. Nanny Jeans Academy

    6300 N Wickham Rd Ste 112

    4.7
    41 reviews

The Daycare Confidence Index is an informational rating based on public records and parent reviews. It is not a certification of safety or quality, does not guarantee future performance, and should not be the sole basis for selecting childcare. Families should always visit providers, ask questions, review official records, and use their own judgment when making childcare decisions.

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