How do I choose the right daycare in Great Neck?

When choosing a daycare in Great Neck, 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

What types of daycare are available in Great Neck?

Great Neck offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities Church Daycare — 3 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Centers in Great Neck, New York (14 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New York?

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 Great Neck for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Great Neck

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.

St. Aloysius Roman Catholic Church At Great Neck

4.56 score

4.7(20)

5 Breuer Ave., Great Neck, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

This is not a daycare facility but a Roman Catholic Church. Reviews praise its architectural beauty and spiritual atmosphere rather than childcare services. The 4.7/5 rating reflects visitor appreciation for the church building, stained glass windows, and religious services held there.

Beautiful architecturestunning stained glass windowswell-maintained facilitypeaceful environment for prayer and meditation

Great Neck Community School

4.41 score

4.7(7)

225 Schenck Ave, Great Neck, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Great Neck Community School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, nurturing environment, balanced curriculum, and enrichment activities. However, one parent reported a deeply negative experience in 2024, citing concerns about leadership conduct, safety issues, staff pressure, and an official state violation.

Warm and nurturing environmentdedicated and caring teacherswell-balanced curriculum combining academics with creativity and social-emotional growthexperienced staff

Temple Emanuel Noar School Of Gt Neck

4.28 score

4.4(11)

150 Hicks Ln, Great Neck, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Temple Emanuel Noar School of Great Neck receives consistently positive feedback with parents praising the staff, facilities, and religious education. Parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere, cleanliness, and quality of childcare services offered at this Jewish religious facility.

Knowledgeable and pleasant office staffclean and well-maintained facilitypeaceful atmosphere with good greeneryquality childcare

Beth Hagan School Temple Israel

4.21 score

4.3(11)

108 Old Mill Rd., Great Neck, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Beth Hagan School Temple Israel is a religious facility in Great Neck that serves as a synagogue and event venue. Most reviewers praise it as a wonderful place for prayer and community gatherings, though reviews appear to mix feedback about the temple itself with comments about weddings and events held there.

Welcoming communitywonderful managementnice event venuegood for prayer and reflection

Temple Beth-El Of Gt Nk Nursery School

4.14 score

4.2(13)

5 Old Mill Rd, Great Neck, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Reviews focus primarily on Temple Beth-El as a synagogue and community center rather than the nursery school specifically. The one comment mentioning the daycare notes it exists but provides no details about quality or experience.

Warm and welcoming communitycaring clergy and leadershipengaging programmingsuitable for Reform Jewish families

C.L.A.S.P., INC.

4 score

4(5)

80 Grace Ave, Great Neck, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

C.L.A.S.P. receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, ample facilities, and convenient location near public transportation. However, one parent reported negative experiences with staff attitude and leadership, citing perceived pickiness and arrogance from the Executive Director.

caring and motivating teachersspacious indoor and outdoor facilitiesmany activitiesconvenient hours for working parents

Daycare Centers in Great Neck, New York

There are 14 daycare centers in Great Neck, 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 Great Neck, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 14 all daycares in Great Neck, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Great Neck, 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

Great Neck offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
Church Daycare — 3 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Great Neck for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Great Neck 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.

14 Daycare Centers in Great Neck, New York