Recognition of Excellence · Pompano Beach, FL · 2026
GENTLE HUGZ PRESCHOOL AND CHILDCARE II
501 NW 27th Ave, Pompano Beach FL 33069
🏆 Ranked #10 in Pompano Beach · 7.4 / 10 overall
Awards Earned
Top 10 in Pompano Beach
Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Pompano Beach.
Smallest Classes
Earned the highest low-crowding score in Pompano Beach. Reflects class sizes, child-to-teacher ratios, and individual attention.
Full Ranking Detail
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Gentle Hugz Preschool and Childcare II at 501 NW 27th Ave, Pompano Beach is the satellite location of the Gentle Hugz brand (DCF license C17BO1020), operated by the same provider as the main location at 2861 NW 9th St. With a capacity of just 17, it is the smallest licensed childcare facility in Pompano Beach and holds FCCPSA accreditation giving it Florida's Gold Seal Award of Excellence (active October 2025 – October 2028) — a quality distinction above standard DCF licensing. It serves infants and young children via full-day, half-day, and drop-in care with food service. School Readiness subsidy is accepted. The micro-scale environment creates an exceptionally high adult-to-child ratio, making it suitable for families seeking maximum individualized attention for their youngest children. No confirmed Google or Yelp rating was found through direct platform research.
Safety8.0
Curriculum7.0
Art / Music6.0
Infant care8.0
Kindergarten readiness6.0
Teacher quality7.0
Compassion8.0
Management7.0
Culture7.0
Class sizes10.0
Extracurriculars7.0
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