Daycares in Mississauga, ON
Find the perfect child care center in Mississauga. Browse 300 licensed daycares across 18 neighborhoods, read parent reviews, and discover programs that match your family's needs.
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Local insights for Mississauga
Mississauga has 300 licensed centres spread across 18 communities, from the high-rise Port Credit waterfront to the sprawling suburbs of Meadowvale and Malton. As Peel Region's largest city, it benefits from strong subsidy infrastructure while offering diverse program styles.
Airport-corridor families in Dixie and Rexdale commute-pair often with Mississauga daycares for early drop-offs. Centres near Hurontario and Eglinton frequently offer 6:30 a.m. start times for shift workers.
South Asian, Chinese, and Caribbean communities are well-served by culturally attuned programs throughout the city. Many centres post staff language skills on their profiles — look for Punjabi, Hindi, Cantonese, or Tamil support if home-language continuity matters to your family.
Neighbourhood highlights
Where families book tours first
Port Credit & Lakeview
Waterfront neighbourhood with boutique centres and Montessori schools. Higher fee range; strong parent review profiles.
Meadowvale & Lisgar
Family-dense north-end suburb with large licensed chains and CWELCC participants. Ideal for tech-park commuters along Highway 401.
Malton & Rexdale (Etobicoke border)
Affordable licensed care with extended hours for airport and logistics workers. Multiple subsidy-accepting facilities.
Cooksville & Hurontario
Central Mississauga hub along the LRT corridor. Growing number of centres with transit-accessible drop-off points.
Costs & planning tips
Budget ranges plus waitlist advice
Typical fees
- Infant care averages $1,450–$1,700/month before CWELCC; toddler $1,200–$1,400; preschool $1,000–$1,200. Part-time and sibling discounts are common here.
- Peel Region's subsidy program has some of the most streamlined application processes in Ontario. Apply through the Peel Children's Services portal.
Waitlist & subsidy tips
- Apply 6–9 months in advance for popular Meadowvale and Port Credit programs. Malton-area centres typically have shorter waitlists.
- If you're a Peel Region resident, submit your subsidy application at the same time as your centre applications — the two processes are separate and both take time.
Cost estimates are approximate and based on publicly available data. Fees, subsidy eligibility, and program availability change frequently — verify current details directly with providers and your local subsidy agency.
Why this matters in Mississauga
300 licensed centres across 18 neighborhoods, with programs in 9 languages. Use filters to find the right fit.
Top 10 Daycares in Mississauga
Popular searches in Mississauga
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L4T Area
8 daycares
Featured centers:
- • PLASP - Brandon Gate P.S.
- • PLASP - Corliss P.S.
- • PLASP - Dunrankin Drive P.S.
- ... and 5 more
L4W Area
11 daycares
Featured centers:
- • BrightPath Dixie
- • Family Day Care Services - Philip Pocock Child Care Centre
- • Golden Orchard Montessori School
- ... and 8 more
L4X Area
9 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Brian W. Fleming Early Learning and Child Care Centre
- • Educare Children's Centre
- • Little Folks Montessori Pre-School Inc.
- ... and 6 more
L4Z Area
17 daycares
Featured centers:
- • ABC Montessori II
- • BrightPath Matheson East
- • BrightPath Traders
- ... and 14 more
L5A Area
19 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Brilliant Minds Montessori-Mississauga Valley
- • Caring For Kids Child Care Services
- • Caring for kids Dundas street
- ... and 16 more
L5C Area
15 daycares
Featured centers:
- • BrightPath Wolfedale
- • Erindale Early Education Academy
- • Fun To Learn Montessori Erindale
- ... and 12 more
L5E Area
4 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Gordon Graydon Early Learning & Child Care Centre
- • Lakeside Montessori School
- • Toronto French School (TFS Canada's International School (Mississauga Branch )
- ... and 1 more
L5G Area
10 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Applewood/Rainbow Montessori School
- • Blue Elephant Daycare Inc.
- • Caring for Kids - "The Centre"
- ... and 7 more
L5H Area
9 daycares
Featured centers:
- • FUN SCHOOL
- • Montessori in the Woods
- • PLASP - Lorne Park Public School
- ... and 6 more
L5J Area
19 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Children's Palace Montessori, Pre-school & Daycare
- • Clarkson Angels Child Care & Educational Centre (North)
- • Clarkson Angels Childcare and Educational Centre
- ... and 16 more
L5K Area
9 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Alpha's Discovery Kids Preschool and Daycare
- • FAMILY DAY CARE SERVICES-THORN LODGE FDK/BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
- • Kids Zone Childcare Centre
- ... and 6 more
L5L Area
19 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Centre Educatif Eveil Aux Savoirs
- • Christ The King Child Care Centre
- • Early Learning Centre UTM
- ... and 16 more
L5M Area
30 daycares
Featured centers:
- • 123 TLC Preschool
- • A.C.E DAYCARE MISSISSAUGA INC
- • Busy Hands 'N' Minds Childcare Centre Inc.
- ... and 27 more
L5N Area
56 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Alpha's Preschool Academy and Child Care Centre
- • Bright Scholars Academy Inc.
- • Bright Scholars Montessori
- ... and 53 more
L5R Area
12 daycares
Featured centers:
- • BrightPath Matheson
- • BrightPath Milverton
- • Eh to Zed Preschool Canada
- ... and 9 more
L5T Area
1 daycare
Featured centers:
- • Morningstar YMCA Child Care Centre
L5V Area
14 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Edenrose Child Care Centre
- • Family Day Care Services - St. Bernadette Child Care Centre
- • Family Day Care Services - St. Herbert Child Care Centre and School Age
- ... and 11 more
L5W Area
6 daycares
Featured centers:
- • Angelic Treasures Christian Childcare Centre
- • Derry West Village YMCA
- • Kids & Company Mississauga
- ... and 3 more
Finding Child Care in Mississauga
Mississauga is home to 300 licensed daycare centers serving families across 18 distinct neighborhoods. Whether you're looking for infant care, toddler programs, or preschool education, you'll find quality child care options throughout the city that meet your family's needs.
Daycare Options by Neighborhood
Each neighborhood in Mississauga offers unique child care options. From downtown centers with extended hours for working parents to suburban facilities with large outdoor play areas, you can find the perfect match for your child's needs and your family's schedule.
What to Look for in a Mississauga Daycare
- Licensed and regulated facilities by the provincial government
- Qualified early childhood educators with proper certifications
- Age-appropriate programs and developmental activities
- Safe, clean, and stimulating environments
- Convenient location near home or work
- Subsidy acceptance for eligible families