Sarasota County · Florida
Daycares in Sarasota, Florida
111 licensed child care providers, sourced directly from the FL Department of Children and Families and refreshed daily.
Children First Inc
Cap. 1621723 N Orange Ave, Sarasota FL, 34234
Gold SealHead StartStep Up Suncoast Rise and Shine Early Learning - Parkland
Cap. 1486432 Parkland Dr, Sarasota FL, 34243
VPKHead StartChildren First at Helen R Payne Annex
Cap. 751742 Dr Martin Luther King Way, Sarasota FL, 34234
Head StartChildren First @ Ross Center
Cap. 251912 N Orange Ave, Sarasota FL 34234-8562
Head StartChildren First at Dalbeck Center
Cap. 162036 Oak St, Sarasota FL, 34237
Head Start
Frequently asked
How many licensed daycares are in Sarasota, Florida?
As of the latest FL Department of Children and Families sync, there are 111 licensed child care providers within the Sarasota city limits. This count updates daily.
What is VPK, and which daycares offer it?
VPK (Voluntary Prekindergarten) is Florida's free pre-K program for 4-year-olds. Licensed providers that meet state instructional standards can offer it. Daycares flagged with the VPK badge on this site are currently enrolled in the program.
What is Gold Seal accreditation?
Gold Seal Quality Care is a Florida designation for licensed providers with an accredited national quality certification. It signals compliance with standards above the state minimum.
How often are Florida daycares inspected?
Licensed child care facilities are inspected at least three times per year by DCF, plus additional visits in response to complaints. This site displays every routine inspection recorded by DCF.