Best Daycare Centers in Port Washington, NY
Compare 14 daycare centers in Port Washington. Average rating: 4.52/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Port Washington, New York at a glance
- Daycares
- 14
- Avg rating
- 4.52/5
- Parent reviews
- 77
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 8
Port Washington has 14 licensed daycares with 77 parent reviews averaging 4.52/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 67% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 11050 zip code, averaging 4.52 stars across 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Port Washington
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.
- 1The Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church Of N. Hemp. Ny, INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
100 Fairway Drive, Port Washington, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
This is a Greek Orthodox Church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the beautiful architecture, religious services, and community atmosphere. Visitors highlight the welcoming clergy, annual festivals, and well-organized liturgical experiences.
Beautiful architecture and iconographywelcoming and attentive clergywell-organized servicesstrong community involvement - 2Community Synagogue Ecc Of Port Washington4.6 score4.9(10)
160 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Community Synagogue ECC receives consistently high ratings (4.9/5) with parents praising it as a welcoming spiritual home. Reviews highlight the warm community atmosphere, meaningful services, and excellent clergy team. Parents emphasize feelings of belonging and appreciation for the synagogue's inclusive environment.
welcoming communitywarm atmospheremeaningful servicesexcellent Rabbi and clergy team - 3My Spectrum Center4.5 score5(5)
11 Sintsink Dr. E., Port Washington, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
MY SPECTRUM CENTER is a highly regarded, family-owned educational program in Port Washington based on Harvard research and the Reggio Emilia approach. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff, individualized attention, and developmentally-focused curriculum that produces strong learning outcomes and excited students. The school emphasizes small class sizes, structured routines, and a community-oriented environment.
Experienced and caring teachersstrong focus on child development and learningsmall class sizes with individualized attentionReggio Emilia and Project Spectrum educational approach - 4Sid Jacobson Jcc4.16 score4.2(20)
1 Poplar Place, Port Washington, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Sid Jacobson JCC Early Childhood program receives high praise for its quality education, strong leadership under Director Debra Kessler, and genuine partnership approach with families. Parents also commend the facility's cleanliness, diverse programs (fitness, aquatics, special needs services), friendly staff, and welcoming community atmosphere across all age groups.
Excellent early childhood education programresponsive and accessible leadershipstrong family - 5Port Washington Children'S Center3.75 score3.5(5)
36 Rockwood Ave., Port Washington, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Port Washington Children's Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teaching staff, activities, and recent leadership improvements, but serious concerns about administration and past incidents. Parents highlight warm, nurturing teachers and beautiful grounds, though some report discomfort with administrative practices and documented regulatory issues.
Caring and warm teachersbeautiful groundsvaried activities and programmingextended hours - 6Port Washington Children'S Center, INC.3.75 score3.5(5)
232 Main St., Port Washington, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Port Washington Children's Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teachers and facilities, but serious concerns about administration and past incidents. Parents highlight warm, nurturing staff and beautiful grounds, though some cite undisclosed administrative issues and documented safety/conduct violations.
Warm and nurturing teachersbeautiful groundswell-run facilitygood hours for working parents - 7Port Washington Children'S Center, INC3.75 score3.5(5)
9 Carlton Ave., Port Washington, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Port Washington Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise warm, nurturing teachers, beautiful grounds, good hours, and recent positive leadership changes. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about administration, staff turnover, and alleged regulatory violations including corporal punishment incidents.
Caring and nurturing teachersbeautiful groundsextended hours past 5pmpositive leadership and involvement
Rating Distribution
Based on 12 daycares with Google ratings in Port Washington
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 77 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Port Washington, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Port Washington zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11050 | 14 | 4.52 | 8 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Port Washington (– children)
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up to 30 children
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31–75 children
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76–150 children
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150+ children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Port Washington based on parent reviews
The Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church Of N. Hemp. Ny, INC.
100 Fairway Drive, Port Washington, NY
This is a Greek Orthodox Church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the beautiful architecture, religious services, and community atmosphere. Visitors highlight the welcoming clergy, annual festivals, and well-organized liturgical experiences.
Community Synagogue Ecc Of Port Washington
160 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington, NY
Community Synagogue ECC receives consistently high ratings (4.9/5) with parents praising it as a welcoming spiritual home. Reviews highlight the warm community atmosphere, meaningful services, and excellent clergy team. Parents emphasize feelings of belonging and appreciation for the synagogue's inclusive environment.
My Spectrum Center
11 Sintsink Dr. E., Port Washington, NY
MY SPECTRUM CENTER is a highly regarded, family-owned educational program in Port Washington based on Harvard research and the Reggio Emilia approach. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff, individualized attention, and developmentally-focused curriculum that produces strong learning outcomes and excited students. The school emphasizes small class sizes, structured routines, and a community-oriented environment.
Child'S World Nursery School
1515 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington, NY
Parents highlight the caring staff and well-run programs, with specific praise for the transitions, two-year-old, and preschool offerings. Families express long-term satisfaction, noting that their children enjoy the amazing activities and playground.
Friends Together At 21 Yennicock Ave.
21 Yennicock Avenue, Port Washington, NY
One parent highlights the center's flexible hours and dedicated teachers who provide loving care in small groups. They note the inclusion of a school prep curriculum and express satisfaction with the program for their children's day care, pre-k, and after-school needs.
Friends Together Nursery
6 Manhasset Avenue, Port Washington, NY
One parent describes Friends Together Nursery as a wonderful establishment that successfully served both of their children through day care, pre-K, and after-school programs. The reviewer highlights the facility's flexible hours and dedicated teachers who provide loving care in small groups with a school prep curriculum.
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Daycare types in Port Washington
Daycare Centers in Port Washington, New York
There are 14 daycare centers in Port Washington, 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 Port Washington have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 12 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 77 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Port Washington, 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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One parent highlights the center's flexible hours and dedicated teachers who provide loving care in small groups. They note the inclusion of a school prep curriculum and express satisfaction with the program for their children's day care, pre-k, and after-school needs.
- Address
- 21 Yennicock Avenue, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 767-2231
One parent describes Friends Together Nursery as a wonderful establishment that successfully served both of their children through day care, pre-K, and after-school programs. The reviewer highlights the facility's flexible hours and dedicated teachers who provide loving care in small groups with a school prep curriculum.
- Address
- 6 Manhasset Avenue, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 918-9319
One parent reports that their daughter enjoys attending daily and misses the school on weekends. The reviewer highlights the welcoming atmosphere created by staff members, specifically noting the grandmotherly care of Mrs. Sethi and the professional expertise of Dr. Sethi.
- Address
- 40 Pleasant Ave, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 883-1131
One parent highlights the school's loving and nurturing environment, noting that their children learn significantly and look forward to attending daily.
- Address
- 1 Temple Drive, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 767-1708
MY SPECTRUM CENTER is a highly regarded, family-owned educational program in Port Washington based on Harvard research and the Reggio Emilia approach. Parents consistently praise the dedicated staff, individualized attention, and developmentally-focused curriculum that produces strong learning outcomes and excited students. The school emphasizes small class sizes, structured routines, and a community-oriented environment.
- Address
- 11 Sintsink Dr. E., Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 883-8035
Community Synagogue ECC receives consistently high ratings (4.9/5) with parents praising it as a welcoming spiritual home. Reviews highlight the warm community atmosphere, meaningful services, and excellent clergy team. Parents emphasize feelings of belonging and appreciation for the synagogue's inclusive environment.
- Address
- 160 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 883-3144
This is a Greek Orthodox Church facility, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the beautiful architecture, religious services, and community atmosphere. Visitors highlight the welcoming clergy, annual festivals, and well-organized liturgical experiences.
- Address
- 100 Fairway Drive, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 944-3184
Parents highlight the caring staff and well-run programs, with specific praise for the transitions, two-year-old, and preschool offerings. Families express long-term satisfaction, noting that their children enjoy the amazing activities and playground.
- Address
- 1515 Middle Neck Road, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 883-4141
The Sid Jacobson JCC Early Childhood program receives high praise for its quality education, strong leadership under Director Debra Kessler, and genuine partnership approach with families. Parents also commend the facility's cleanliness, diverse programs (fitness, aquatics, special needs services), friendly staff, and welcoming community atmosphere across all age groups.
- Address
- 1 Poplar Place, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 250-3298
Port Washington Children's Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teaching staff, activities, and recent leadership improvements, but serious concerns about administration and past incidents. Parents highlight warm, nurturing teachers and beautiful grounds, though some report discomfort with administrative practices and documented regulatory issues.
- Address
- 36 Rockwood Ave., Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 883-4864
Port Washington Children's Center receives mixed reviews with strong praise for teachers and facilities, but serious concerns about administration and past incidents. Parents highlight warm, nurturing staff and beautiful grounds, though some cite undisclosed administrative issues and documented safety/conduct violations.
- Address
- 232 Main St., Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 883-4864
Port Washington Children's Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise warm, nurturing teachers, beautiful grounds, good hours, and recent positive leadership changes. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about administration, staff turnover, and alleged regulatory violations including corporal punishment incidents.
- Address
- 9 Carlton Ave., Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 883-4864
- Address
- 80 Shore Rd., Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 767-8672
- Address
- 7 Willowdale Ave, Port Washington, NY
- Phone
- (516) 767-6703
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Frequently asked questions
- 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
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
- Church Daycare — 1 facilities
- Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities