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1036 Daycare Centers in Brooklyn, New York

Browse all 1036 daycare centers in Brooklyn, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Brooklyn

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise BROOKLYN CHILD CARE INC. for its exceptional, caring staff who provide a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Children show significant academic and social growth, with parents highlighting the school's creative programming, security features, and strong teacher-parent communication.

    Caring and experienced teachersemotional regulation and behavioral supportacademic progress (readingwriting
  2. 2

    800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Brooklyn Child Care, Inc. receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional, caring staff that facilitate significant child development across academics, social-emotional skills, and confidence. Parents consistently describe the center as a 'hidden gem' with excellent programming, security, and family engagement. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and academically while forming strong bonds with teachers.

    Experienced and caring teachersemo
  3. 3

    245 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Stepping Stones Nursery School in Brooklyn receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the quality of education, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically and socially, with strong communication and flexible programming.

    Excellent curriculumcaring and attentive teacherssafe environmentgood communication and daily reports
  4. 4
    Superkid Day Care Center
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    115 Bay Ridge Avenue, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Step Ahead Daycare as an exceptional facility with highly professional, caring staff and a warm, nurturing environment. Reviews highlight strong curriculum with developmental activities, nutritious homemade meals, and excellent communication through daily photos and updates. The facility is noted as well-prepared for kindergarten readiness and highly recommended by multiple families.

    Caring and passionate staffwarm and inviting atmospher
  5. 5
    Little Scholars Dcc
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    509 East 78 Street, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little Scholars DCC is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Brooklyn with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the warm, nurturing staff, engaging curriculum, clean facilities, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable developmental progress.

    Warm and welcoming staffnurturing and patient teachersstrong parent-child relationshipsengaging daily activities
  6. 6
    Abc Day Child Care Ctr
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    109 Nassau Avenue, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    ABC Day Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, strong child development outcomes, and sense of community. Children reportedly transition smoothly, thrive socially and academically, and eagerly return each day.

    Warm and caring staffsmooth transition for infantsstrong social skill developmentlanguage development
  7. 7

    600 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Brooklyn Tabernacle Deliverance Center is a faith-based organization offering daycare, after-school, and summer camp programs in a low-cost, safe environment. Parents praise the welcoming community, spiritual atmosphere, and leadership. Reviews highlight the organization's commitment to both childcare services and biblical education.

    Faith-based environmentfriendly staffaffordable tuitionsafe enriched setting for children
  8. 8

    600 Lafayette Avenue, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Dr. Clarence R. Johnson Christian DCC is a faith-based daycare center operated by Brooklyn Tabernacle Deliverance Center. Parents praise it as a safe, enriched environment with low costs, friendly staff, and strong spiritual values. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere and community focus.

    Safe environmentlow costenriched programsfriendly staff
  9. 9

    410 6 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Beansprouts of Brooklyn receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the warm, nurturing environment and high-quality education. Parents consistently highlight their children's enthusiasm for school, significant developmental progress, and the exceptional dedication of the teaching staff. The program emphasizes play-based learning, individualized attention, and community engagement.

    Warm and nurturing staffexcellent teachersplay-based learning approachindividualized child development support
  10. 10
    Beansprouts
    4.68 score
    4.9(15)

    410 6th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Beansprouts is a highly-regarded preschool in Park Slope, Brooklyn, with 10 five-star reviews praising its nurturing environment and quality education. Parents consistently highlight the dedicated, warm teaching staff, child-centered learning approach, and their children's genuine enthusiasm for attending. The school emphasizes play-based learning, enrichment activities, and meeting each child's individual developmental needs.

    Warm and nurturing teachershigh-quality programming and educationplay-based learningenrichment classes (music)

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Brooklyn based on parent reviews

Brooklyn Child Care INC.

5(20)

800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY

Parents consistently praise BROOKLYN CHILD CARE INC. for its exceptional, caring staff who provide a nurturing and engaging learning environment. Children show significant academic and social growth, with parents highlighting the school's creative programming, security features, and strong teacher-parent communication.

Caring and experienced teachersemotional regulation and behavioral supportacademic progress (reading

Brooklyn Child Care, INC.

5(20)

800 Poly Place, Brooklyn, NY

Brooklyn Child Care, Inc. receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional, caring staff that facilitate significant child development across academics, social-emotional skills, and confidence. Parents consistently describe the center as a 'hidden gem' with excellent programming, security, and family engagement. Children reportedly thrive emotionally and academically while forming strong bonds with teachers.

Experienced and caring teachersemo

Stepping Stones Nursery School

5(14)

245 86th Street, Brooklyn, NY

Stepping Stones Nursery School in Brooklyn receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the quality of education, caring staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children thriving academically and socially, with strong communication and flexible programming.

Excellent curriculumcaring and attentive teacherssafe environment

Superkid Day Care Center

4.9(20)

115 Bay Ridge Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

Parents consistently praise Step Ahead Daycare as an exceptional facility with highly professional, caring staff and a warm, nurturing environment. Reviews highlight strong curriculum with developmental activities, nutritious homemade meals, and excellent communication through daily photos and updates. The facility is noted as well-prepared for kindergarten readiness and highly recommended by multiple families.

Caring and passionate staffwarm and inviting atmospher

Little Scholars Dcc

4.9(20)

509 East 78 Street, Brooklyn, NY

Little Scholars DCC is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Brooklyn with consistently excellent reviews. Parents praise the warm, nurturing staff, engaging curriculum, clean facilities, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show measurable developmental progress.

Warm and welcoming staffnurturing and patient teachersstrong parent-child relationships

Abc Day Child Care Ctr

4.9(20)

109 Nassau Avenue, Brooklyn, NY

ABC Day Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the warm, caring staff, strong child development outcomes, and sense of community. Children reportedly transition smoothly, thrive socially and academically, and eagerly return each day.

Warm and caring staffsmooth transition for infantsstrong social skill development

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Daycare Centers in Brooklyn, New York

There are 1,036 daycare centers in Brooklyn, New York. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Brooklyn, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Brooklyn

Showing 1,036 results

Edward L. Cleveland Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1185 Park Place, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Khyle Bre Naj Kiddie Dcc, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
9718 Flatlands Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Skazka IV
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be for a Russian bathhouse/sauna facility, not a daycare center. The reviews consistently praise the authentic sauna experience, high-quality Russian food and beverages, cleanliness, and welcoming staff.

Authentic Russian bathhouse experienceclean facilitiesdelicious food and drinks
Address
1196 Gravesend Neck Road, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
John Coker Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

John Coker DCC has received mixed reviews. Three parents praised the clean, child-friendly environment, dedicated staff, and continuous learning opportunities. However, two parents reported serious concerns including allegations of harmful teacher behavior affecting children's emotional well-being and poor customer service from the director during enrollment inquiries.

Clean facilitychild-friendly environmentdedicated and nice staff
Address
1375 Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Marie Durdin Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2700 Linden Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Otsar Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2324 West 13 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Infinity Educational C.C. #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Infinity Educational C.C. #2 receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring teachers (particularly Miss Patricia), small classroom sizes, educational activities, and safe environment. However, two 1-star reviews describe serious incidents including an unexplained injury to a child, alleged staff dishonesty, lack of supervision, and poor administrative response.

Small classroom sizescaring and nurturing teacherseducational curriculum with hands-on projects
Address
3412 Avenue S, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Building Blocks Dc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

These reviews appear to be for an ENT medical office, not a daycare center. The reviews describe excellent medical care with fast appointment availability, professional and friendly staff, and efficient service.

Quick appointment availabilityprofessional and knowledgeable providersfriendly and welcoming staff
Address
9015 5 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center I/T
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time as an exceptional, school-based childcare center with a curriculum-focused approach. Staff are described as caring and attentive, and the facility offers numerous amenities including meals, diapers, live camera access, and a rooftop playground. Multiple parents report their children have thrived academically and emotionally during their time there.

Curriculum-based learning aligned with developmental milestonescaring and attentive staffinclusive of meals and diapers
Address
7817 3 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
First Choice Academy Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
192 East 58 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Muriel Langsam Children'S Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The reviews provided do not appear to be for Muriel Langsam Children's Center. Instead, they are reviews for Kingsborough Community College in Brooklyn, a 2-year institution. The reviews cannot be accurately summarized as daycare feedback.

Unable to determine - reviews are for a collegenot a daycare center
Address
2001 Oriental Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bushwick United Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
77 Wilson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kids Universe Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2723 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Tutor Time Child Care Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Tutor Time as an exceptional childcare center with a school-based curriculum, caring staff, and comprehensive amenities. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting strong child development, excellent communication, and a supportive environment.

Curriculum-based learning activitiesinclusive meals and diapersparent app with photos and updates
Address
7817 3 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Shostakovich Music Art & Sport
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Shostakovich Music Art & Sport receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising qualified teachers, quality instruction across music/dance/daycare, and professional facilities in Brooklyn. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about physical handling of children and overall quality, creating a stark contrast with the majority of five-star ratings.

Patient and talented teachersqualified instructors trained at conservatories and European schoolspers
Address
1938 Bath Ave., Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 372-3716
Fernande Valme Ministries, INC
Church Daycare
4.2
Address
1120 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 284-1809
"Life Lines"Comm. Arts Proj./Ctr For Family Life At Ms136
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

This is a community-based organization in Brooklyn offering multiple services beyond childcare, including free tax preparation, immigration assistance, and food pantry access. Parents consistently praise the friendly, knowledgeable, and compassionate staff. The facility is described as small but well-functioning with strong support for families and individuals.

Free tax preparation servicesknowledgeable and professional staffcompassionate customer service
Address
4004 4th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 832-6041
Be'Er Hagolah Institute
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Be'er Hagolah Institute is highly praised by parents and alumni for its exceptional integration of Jewish education with strong secular academics. Reviewers consistently highlight the caring, dedicated faculty, strong sense of community, and well-organized operations. The school is noted for fostering student success in higher education and creating lasting positive impacts on its students.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong Jewish and secular education balancewarm and welcoming community atmosphere
Address
671 Louisiana Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 642-6800
Coalition Of Hispanic Families@ Hope Gardens Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Hope Gardens Community Center as an excellent neighborhood resource for children and teens. The facility offers enrichment programs including after-school activities, summer camps, sports, and free classes in English, yoga, and Zumba. Staff members are noted as caring and supportive, organizing outings and providing a safe, positive environment that keeps youth engaged in the community.

Excellent program supervisor and staffenrichment activities (basketballvideo games
Address
422 Central Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 574-0361
Shorefront Ym-Ywha Of Brighton-Manhattan Beach, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Shorefront YM-YWHA as an excellent daycare and preschool with warm, caring staff and a nurturing atmosphere. The facility offers diverse programs including swim academy, preschool, camp, and after-school services, with additional community support services available. All reviewers reported highly positive experiences with their children's development and happiness.

Warm and caring staffprofessional teacherssupportive and attentive director
Address
3300 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 646-1444
Big Apple Institute
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents consistently praise Big Apple Institute for its caring, dedicated staff and welcoming family-like atmosphere. Reviewers highlight strong academics, diverse extracurricular activities, and small class sizes that allow teachers to invest in individual student development. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction with both educational quality and emotional support.

Caring and loving staffwelcoming atmospherestrong academics
Address
2937 86th St, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 333-0300
Raven Daycare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
1102 East 92 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 927-2316
Our Children The Leaders Of Tomorrow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Our Children The Leaders of Tomorrow receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality, learning opportunities, and atmosphere. However, one parent reported serious concerns about food-related illness, lack of care for sick children, and arbitrary dismissal policies.

Great staff and teachersspacious facilityample learning and playing opportunities
Address
756 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 643-8201
Millennium Dev.@Bayview Comm Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Parents praise the facility's physical space and community center amenities. Reviews highlight the building structure, gym facilities, and peaceful environment. The location offers nice ocean views and parents feel the center is safe.

Community center spacegym facilitiesbuilding structure
Address
5955 Shore Parkway, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(347) 452-2099
Steps To Success V, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
360 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 513-4333
Yeled V' Yalda Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
407 East 53 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Labor & Industry For Education Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.2

Note: The reviews provided appear to be for Be'er Hagolah Institute, a Jewish school, not the Labor & Industry for Education Head Start daycare listed. Reviews are uniformly positive (all 5/5 stars), praising the nurturing environment, strong academics, dedicated staff, and tight-knit community. Alumni report successful outcomes in higher education and professional careers.

Caring and dedicated teachersstrong academic standardsJewish education and values
Address
671 Louisiana Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Pal Miccio Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

PAL MICCIO HS is a community center in Brooklyn offering afterschool and holiday programs for children. Parents report feeling welcomed and appreciate the safe, welcoming environment. The facility is praised for its community focus and dedicated staff.

Safe environmentwelcoming atmospherededicated staff and volunteers
Address
120 West 9 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Sunset Park Children'S School
Before or After School Daycare
4.2

Sunset Park Children's School receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the warm, nurturing staff and welcoming environment. The majority of reviewers report children are happy, engaged, and learning well. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about teacher quality, child safety, and illness policies.

Warm and nurturing staffwelcoming environmentpatient and caring teachers
Address
4616 4 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Yeled V' Yalda Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.2
Address
1353 50 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,036 all daycares in Brooklyn, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Brooklyn, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New York)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Brooklyn offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 954 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 24 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 5 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 53 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in New York typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Brooklyn for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Brooklyn must be licensed by New York's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.