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Children's Education Center of the Islands

Daycare center in Sanibel, FL. 350 Casa Ybel Rd, Sanibel FL, 33957, Sanibel, FL 33957

4.3 (6 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (239) 472-4538Visit website
AgesNot listed
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity42 children
LicenceLicensed
Gold SealNot rated

About the program

Children's Education Center of the Islands is a licensed daycare center in Sanibel, Florida, on the state register since 1985. It is licensed for 42 children.

It does not accept child care subsidy.

Public pre-K seats

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Children's Education Center of the Islands does not publish a fee schedule on its website.

Licensing and safety

Open the state record →
Licence typeChild Care Facility - Birth to SA · C20LE7492
Licence statusActive since 1985
Licensed capacity42 children
Gold SealNot rated
Source: Florida Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation. Last synced September 18, 2026.

Florida publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.

What parents say

Love this place! They have an amazing way of teaching and connecting with kids and you can easily tell all of the teachers love what they do. They are very thoughtful when introducing new things or making changes and they always take parents requests into account. The location is also a plus! The kids go on daily nature walks and get to see in real life all of the animals they are studying. All around amazing…

Carolina DePombo · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago

Our family is so gratful for this school. It is the type of place you never feel guilty dropping your kids off. The staff and director are always welcoming and available to both parents and students. The school was closed for almost a year following Hurricane Ian but it reopened better than ever. The inside of the historic building was completely renovated and feel brand new! And the playground is unblieveable. It is…

Laura Gales · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago

This school is the absolute best. My daughter loves it and is excited every day she goes to spend time with the quality teachers and her little friends. If you have the opportunity to send your child here, you should totally go for it!

Laciey D'Agostino · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago

We love CECI. What an amazing and unique opportunity for our son to learn, play and make friends in a nature based setting and curriculum.

Lucy Andres · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago
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Getting there

350 Casa Ybel Rd, Sanibel FL, 33957, Sanibel, FL 33957

Questions about Children's Education Center of the Islands

Is Children's Education Center of the Islands licensed?

Yes, with a note. Children's Education Center of the Islands holds a Child Care Facility - Birth to SA licence (state status: licensed) from Florida Department of Children and Families, Office of Child Care Regulation (licence C20LE7492), with a licensed capacity of 42 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

How much does Children's Education Center of the Islands cost?

Children's Education Center of the Islands does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.