Best Daycare Centers in New Windsor, NY
Compare 10 daycare centers in New Windsor. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
New Windsor, New York at a glance
- Daycares
- 10
- Avg rating
- 4.42/5
- Parent reviews
- 114
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 6
New Windsor has 10 licensed daycares with 114 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 60% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 12553 zip code, averaging 4.57 stars across 9 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in New Windsor
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.
- 1Victoria'S Castle Daycare, INC.4.58 score5(7)
3054 Route 9w, New Windsor, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Victoria's Castle Daycare for its caring, communicative staff and welcoming environment. The facility offers reasonable pricing, flexible hours, inclusive family involvement, and individualized support for children with special needs. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained long-term satisfied customers.
caring and loving staffexcellent communication with parentsreasonable pricingflexible hours accommodating long commut - 2Playtime Daycare LLC4.56 score4.7(20)
355 Old Forge Hill Road, New Windsor, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Playtime Daycare for exceptional staff care, smooth transitions for children of varying ages, and strong communication. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children have flourished socially, emotionally, and developmentally under the care of owners Liz and Michele and their team.
Caring and attentive staffsmooth transition support for new studentsexcellent communication via app updatesaffordable pricing - 3Little Harvard4.5 score5(5)
55-63 Lawrence Avenue, New Windsor, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Little Harvard receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and organized operations. Parents report their children enjoy attending and benefit from thoughtful transition support and allergen-aware practices. Long-term outcomes suggest positive developmental impact.
knowledgeable and caring staffpeanut and tree nut free facilityorganized and efficient operationssmooth transition strategies for children - 4Sportsplex New Windsor4.24 score4.3(20)
2902 Route 9w, New Windsor, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Sportsplex New Windsor is a multi-purpose facility with a highly-regarded preschool program that combines academics with tennis and swim instruction. Parents consistently praise the caring, personalized staff, clean facilities, and well-structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The facility offers additional amenities including pools, fitness classes, and summer camps.
Excellent preschool program curriculumcaring and personalized staffintegra - 5Pattycake Playhouse On 32, LLC.4 score4(17)
262 Windsor Highway, New Windsor, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Pattycake Playhouse for caring, experienced staff who treat children as their own. The Brightwheel app for daily updates and communication is frequently highlighted as a major benefit. Children show strong developmental progress across all age groups, and parents report feeling confident and reassured leaving their children in the facility's care.
Loving and caring staffexperienced teachersclean and updated facilitiesBrightwheel app for daily updates and photos - 6Healthy Kids Extended Day Program INC.3.28 score3.1(20)
565 Union Ave, New Windsor, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Healthy Kids has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise staff quality, communication, cleanliness, and engaging activities across multiple locations. However, negative reviews cite severe operational failures including billing disputes, poor administrative communication, staffing issues, lack of special needs support, and sudden program closures that left families without childcare.
Staff dedication and patiencestrong teacher-parent communicationclean - 7Healthy Kids Extended Day Program INC.3.28 score3.1(20)
1160 Little Britian Road, New Windsor, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Healthy Kids Extended Day Program receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise engaged staff, good communication, clean facilities, and flexible scheduling. However, negative reviews cite serious operational issues including poor communication between management and schools, billing problems, inadequate staffing, lack of proper building access, inability to accommodate children with special needs, and abrupt program closures.
Caring and patient staffstrong teacher-parent communicationclean facilities with new materialsflexible scheduling
Rating Distribution
Based on 10 daycares with Google ratings in New Windsor
Best Rated Neighborhoods
New Windsor zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12553 | 9 | 4.57 | 6 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in New Windsor (– children)
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in New Windsor based on parent reviews
Victoria'S Castle Daycare, INC.
3054 Route 9w, New Windsor, NY
Parents consistently praise Victoria's Castle Daycare for its caring, communicative staff and welcoming environment. The facility offers reasonable pricing, flexible hours, inclusive family involvement, and individualized support for children with special needs. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained long-term satisfied customers.
Playtime Daycare LLC
355 Old Forge Hill Road, New Windsor, NY
Parents consistently praise Playtime Daycare for exceptional staff care, smooth transitions for children of varying ages, and strong communication. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children have flourished socially, emotionally, and developmentally under the care of owners Liz and Michele and their team.
Little Harvard
55-63 Lawrence Avenue, New Windsor, NY
Little Harvard receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and organized operations. Parents report their children enjoy attending and benefit from thoughtful transition support and allergen-aware practices. Long-term outcomes suggest positive developmental impact.
Ivy League Day Care Center, INC.
2342 Route 32, New Windsor, NY
Parents highlight dedicated staff, including specific mentions of Ami and Gina, who foster strong affection and positive development in children. Reviewers note significant improvements in habits and learning, particularly for those receiving EI services, and describe the environment as professional and friendly. No negative aspects regarding the quality of care or staff were mentioned in the available feedback.
Sportsplex New Windsor
2902 Route 9w, New Windsor, NY
Sportsplex New Windsor is a multi-purpose facility with a highly-regarded preschool program that combines academics with tennis and swim instruction. Parents consistently praise the caring, personalized staff, clean facilities, and well-structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The facility offers additional amenities including pools, fitness classes, and summer camps.
Windsor Academy
271 Quassaick Ave, New Windsor, NY
One parent highlights a positive experience with the UPK and summer camp programs, noting the staff's willingness to collaborate with therapists and support their son's specific needs. The reviewer expresses strong appreciation for the teachers and looks forward to the transition into kindergarten.
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Daycare Centers in New Windsor, New York
There are 10 daycare centers in New Windsor, New York. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in New Windsor have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 10 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 114 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in New Windsor, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Little Harvard receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, knowledgeable staff and organized operations. Parents report their children enjoy attending and benefit from thoughtful transition support and allergen-aware practices. Long-term outcomes suggest positive developmental impact.
- Address
- 55-63 Lawrence Avenue, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 565-6112
One parent highlights a positive experience with the UPK and summer camp programs, noting the staff's willingness to collaborate with therapists and support their son's specific needs. The reviewer expresses strong appreciation for the teachers and looks forward to the transition into kindergarten.
- Address
- 271 Quassaick Ave, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 562-3711
Parents highlight dedicated staff, including specific mentions of Ami and Gina, who foster strong affection and positive development in children. Reviewers note significant improvements in habits and learning, particularly for those receiving EI services, and describe the environment as professional and friendly. No negative aspects regarding the quality of care or staff were mentioned in the available feedback.
- Address
- 2342 Route 32, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 534-0164
One parent describes the center as a great place where their son enjoyed attending, despite a short enrollment period. The reviewer explicitly recommends the facility to others based on this positive experience.
- Address
- 422 Blooming Grove Turnpike, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 562-0072
Parents consistently praise Victoria's Castle Daycare for its caring, communicative staff and welcoming environment. The facility offers reasonable pricing, flexible hours, inclusive family involvement, and individualized support for children with special needs. Multiple families have enrolled siblings and remained long-term satisfied customers.
- Address
- 3054 Route 9w, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (201) 681-2177
Parents consistently praise Playtime Daycare for exceptional staff care, smooth transitions for children of varying ages, and strong communication. Multiple reviewers highlight how their children have flourished socially, emotionally, and developmentally under the care of owners Liz and Michele and their team.
- Address
- 355 Old Forge Hill Road, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 561-0779
Sportsplex New Windsor is a multi-purpose facility with a highly-regarded preschool program that combines academics with tennis and swim instruction. Parents consistently praise the caring, personalized staff, clean facilities, and well-structured curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten. The facility offers additional amenities including pools, fitness classes, and summer camps.
- Address
- 2902 Route 9w, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 565-7600
Parents consistently praise Pattycake Playhouse for caring, experienced staff who treat children as their own. The Brightwheel app for daily updates and communication is frequently highlighted as a major benefit. Children show strong developmental progress across all age groups, and parents report feeling confident and reassured leaving their children in the facility's care.
- Address
- 262 Windsor Highway, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 245-4959
Healthy Kids has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise staff quality, communication, cleanliness, and engaging activities across multiple locations. However, negative reviews cite severe operational failures including billing disputes, poor administrative communication, staffing issues, lack of special needs support, and sudden program closures that left families without childcare.
- Address
- 565 Union Ave, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 561-4700
Healthy Kids Extended Day Program receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise engaged staff, good communication, clean facilities, and flexible scheduling. However, negative reviews cite serious operational issues including poor communication between management and schools, billing problems, inadequate staffing, lack of proper building access, inability to accommodate children with special needs, and abrupt program closures.
- Address
- 1160 Little Britian Road, New Windsor, NY
- Phone
- (845) 541-4700
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