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Lakeland Preschools & Daycare Guide (1)

Part Time Daycares + Preschools in Lakeland and Polk County

Looking for a daycare that offers half-days? Or a daycare for just a few days a week? Below you’ll find a directory of local childcare providers that offer a registration option less than full time, either a MWF/TuTh schedule or a half day.

For more information on Child Care Options including VPK, holiday camps, and articles explaining the different types of child care providers, visit our main Childcare Guide.

Helpful Articles: 

Daycares, Preschools, and VPK – Making sense of childcare options in Florida (plus daycare assistance info)
Florida VPK Information – Eligibility + How to Apply for VPK

Useful Resources:

DCF Childcare Search – Childcare facilities in Florida are licensed by the Department of Children & Families. Visit the link to research local providers.
Polk Early Learning Coalition Website – The ELC has a wealth of information on their website including How to Select a Child Care Provider, Applications for VPK Certificates, Eligibility for School Readiness Funds, and much more.

We recognize that finding a daycare with available space can be a daunting task. If after contacting the daycares on your list you are still having trouble finding an opening, visit the Lakeland Moms Group on Facebook and to ask your fellow moms if they know of a preschool or daycare with availability. Also, if you are pregnant and will need infant care, it is never too early to start looking for a daycare, many will put you on a waiting list based on your due date.

Our Preschool & Daycare Guide contains both sponsored and free listings. This is by no means a comprehensive list, there are almost 400 registered child care providers in Polk County. Visit myflfamilies.com for a full list.

HELPFUL TIP: Use the filter button (3 horizontal lines) to narrow down the list by city and/or category. All city filters are a general geographic area, check each listing address for a specific location. Use the map at the bottom to find Part Time Daycares + Preschools Near You.

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Northside Christian Preschool
Northside Christian Preschool Playground
Northside Christian Preschool Building
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Northside Christian Preschool
Northside Christian Preschool provides a quality Christian learning and development opportunity for preschool children, ages 3-5 (non-kindergarten). We are located in north Lakeland and will be opening this August 2024! We offer half-day or full-day classes, August through May. Our mission at Northside Christian Preschool is to provide a Christ-centered learning environment for preschool-aged children to grow through play, learning experiences, and academic excellence.

Northside Christian Preschool is a certified provider of the Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program through the Early Learning Coalition (ELC) of Polk County! Northside is excited to be able to offer all 4-year-olds FREE faith-based education!

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | VPK Preschool Programs | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools
411 West Robson Street, Lakeland, Florida 33805
Alta Schoolhouse

Alta Schoolhouse is a Montessori-inspired preschool serving students 2-5 years old and offering year-round schooling. Our mission is to ignite a love of learning, empowering your child to be the innately-inquisitive and creative human they were born to be.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Montessori Preschools | Part Time Daycares + Preschools
220 Carleton Street, Lakeland, Florida 33803
Brilliant Minds Early Learning Academy

At Brilliant Minds Early Learning Academy, LLC, our philosophy of Early Childhood Education is to provide children with an environment that will promote their optimum development, at a time when they are in a critical period of their development, socially, physically, emotionally, and intellectually. After school care, and a full day elementary school also available.

After School Programs | Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | VPK Preschool Programs | Part Time Daycares + Preschools
5900 Sundance Boulevard East, Mulberry, Florida 33860
Country Lane Child Enrichment Center

Country Lane Child Enrichment Center is an innovative year-round preschool with a performing arts program that has served the North Lakeland community since it first opened its doors in 1980. Year round. Offering half-day, full-day, and 2, 3, or 5 day programs for ages 2 – 5, as well as after school care for elementary ages.

After School Programs | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools
105 West Daughtery Road, Lakeland, Florida 33809
Covenant Child Development Center

The Child Development Center (CDC) is a community service and outreach of Covenant Presbyterian Church. It is a nurturing pre-school with a purposed Christian worldview. Offering classes for ages 2 & 3 as well as half-day and full-day VPK. Children must be potty trained before attending the school.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | VPK Preschool Programs | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools
210 Poppell Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33813
Cypress Junction Montessori Preschool & K-8 Charter School

Cypress Junction Montessori is a quality preschool and K-8 charter school in Winter Haven. Cypress Junction serves students in K-8th grade under the charter as a free public charter school that offers an authentic Montessori education. Preschool offers full & half day options, and accepts VPK vouchers, the ELC’s School Readiness Funding, & offers scholarships through our Early Learning Scholarship Fund.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Montessori Preschools | VPK Preschool Programs | Charter Schools | Montessori Schools | Part Time Daycares + Preschools
201 Avenue B Southwest, Winter Haven, Florida 33880
Grace Lutheran School (Age 2 - 8th grade)

Grace Lutheran School is a private school for children in kindergarten through middle school. Students recognize God’s spirit at work in their lives, creating a climate of trust and respect, cooperation and love among teachers, parents, and students. Grace Lutheran also has a preschool for ages 2 – 5, full and part-time programs are offered.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools | Private Christian Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Winter Haven
324 Bates Avenue Southeast, Winter Haven, Florida 33880
Head of the Class Childcare Center

Welcome to Head of the Class Learning Center! We have served families in Lakeland for over 15 years and go above and beyond other preschools to ensure every child is healthy, safe, engaged, supported and challenged. Our private school (K-5) offers differentiated learning to effectively challenge each student, ensures a close relationship with students and families and prepares students for their future.

After School Programs | Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | VPK Preschool Programs | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Private Elementary Schools | Non-Religious Private Schools | Private Schools in Lakeland
1836 Kathleen Road, Lakeland, Florida 33805
Here We Grow Early Learning Academy

Here We Grow is your child’s First Step to Success! Our responsibility is to provide childcare by updating and complying with the state requirements. ​Setting these high standards of excellence ensures that your child receives the best quality care possible by creating an environment that is sensitive to each child’s social, emotional, intellectual and physical needs.

Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | VPK Preschool Programs | Part Time Daycares + Preschools
304 6th Street Southeast, Winter Haven, Florida 33880
Kathleen Baptist Church Child Enrichment Center

At the Kathleen Baptist Church Child Enrichment Center and Day Camp we provide quality Christian education to children ages 2 through 5 years of age, as well as after-school care for elementary-aged children. Please contact us today!

After School Programs | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools
3939 2nd Street Northwest, Lakeland, Florida 33810
Little Shepherds Preschool at First Presbyterian Church

For more than 20 years, Little Shepherds Preschool has provided quality, safe child care for the Lakeland community. We are a licensed preschool for children 3 months to 5 years old, dedicated to providing professional and loving care in a Christian environment. Hours range from 8:30am – 2:00pm, with partial week options available (MWF / TuTh). Open during the school year.

Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools
175 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33801
Little Sprouts Preschool (8 weeks - age 5)

Little Sprouts Preschool exists to teach young children about God’s love, emphasize community, and create a safe and healthy environment for the whole child. Within an academically aligned teaching environment, children ages 8 weeks – age 5 (pre-kindergarten) learn that they can have a deep relationship with Jesus Christ.

Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools
926 South Tennessee Avenue, Lakeland, Florida 33803
Polk County FL Catholic Schools (PreK - 12)

Polk County Catholic Schools form remarkable leaders in a Christ-centered environment for a better tomorrow.  Our foundation of faith is an education for life.  The Polk County Catholic Schools system offers 3 Elementary/Middle Schools, 1 High School, and one Early Learning Center providing a high-quality Catholic education from Pre-K3 through 12th grade.

Neumann Early Learning Academy (Pre-K3, Pre-K4 and VPK) – 501 E Carter Rd, Lakeland, FL 33813
Resurrection Catholic School (PreK – 8th) – 3720 Old Hwy 37, Lakeland, FL33813
St. Anthony Catholic School (PreK – 8th) – 820 Marcum Road, Lakeland, Florida33809
St. Joseph Catholic School – Winter Haven (Pre-K3 – 8th) – 535 Ave. M NW, Winter Haven, FL33881
Santa Fe Catholic High School (9-12) – 3110 US-92, Lakeland, FL33801

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Private Schools | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools | Private High Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Catholic Schools | Private Schools in Lakeland | Private Schools in Winter Haven
3110 East Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33801
3720 Old Road 37, Lakeland, Florida 33813
924 Marcum Road, Lakeland, Florida 33809
532 Avenue M Northwest, Winter Haven, Florida 33881
501 East Carter Road, Lakeland, Florida 33813
Precious Children in the Highlands Preschool at Presbyterian Church in the Highlands

Our purpose is to provide quality childcare to the surrounding community, meeting the needs of families and children from varying backgrounds and abilities. Our faith-based curriculum provides spiritual, physical, social, emotional and cognitive growth opportunities for young children. We serve children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old, offer VPK, as well as a school-age program during the summer.

After School Programs | Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | VPK Preschool Programs | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools
1010 Lake Miriam Drive, Lakeland, Florida 33813
Resurrection Catholic School (PreK3 - grade 8)

Resurrection Catholic School is a Catholic private school for grades PreK3, VPK, and K-8 located in Lakeland, Florida. With a strong focus on academic excellence, spiritual development and service to others, RCS strives to nurture and develop students to their fullest potential. We are a parish ministry of Resurrection Catholic Church, but we welcome students and families of all faiths.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | VPK Preschool Programs | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Catholic Schools | Private Schools in Lakeland
3720 Old Road 37, Lakeland, Florida 33813
St. Paul Lutheran School (PreK - grade 8)

St. Paul Lutheran School is a non-public school serving children age 15 months through 8th grade. Over the 56 year history of SPLS we have provided nurturing and engaging education that has equipped students exceptionally well for the next stages in their lives. This is all done with Christ and God’s Word at the center and with individual care and respect for each learner.

Daycare - Infants + Toddlers | Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools | Private Christian Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Lakeland
4450 Harden Boulevard, Lakeland, Florida 33813
Victory Christian Academy (Age 2 - grade 12)

The mission of Victory Christian Academy is to partner with parents and the local church to provide the highest quality Christian education to prepare students to deal with the issues and realities of life by developing their spiritual, academic, social, and physical potential, all from the foundation of biblical truth. Serving ages 2 – 12th Grade.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Church Affiliated Daycares / Preschools | Private Christian Schools | Private High Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Lakeland
1401 Griffin Road, Lakeland, Florida 33810
Winter Haven Christian School (PreK-12)

Winter Haven Christian School is an independent, interdenominational Christian School serving children from PreK4 through 12th grade. We are located on a beautiful 15-acre campus, at 1700 Buckeye Loop Rd., N.E. in Winter Haven. Our school is an accredited member of the Florida Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. Accepts Step Up for Students Scholarships.

Preschool / Daycare for Ages 2 & Up | Part Time Daycares + Preschools | Private Christian Schools | Private High Schools | Private Elementary Schools | Private Middle Schools | Private Schools in Winter Haven
1700 Buckeye Loop Road, Winter Haven, Florida 33881