How many all daycares are in Valley Stream, New York?

There are 15 all daycares in Valley Stream, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Valley Stream?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Valley Stream have an average Google rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 40% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Valley Stream?

When choosing a daycare in Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream?

Valley Stream offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 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.

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 Valley Stream for current pricing.

Are daycares in Valley Stream licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Valley Stream 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.

Best Daycare Centers in Valley Stream, NY — Compare 15+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Valley Stream

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.

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St. John'S After School Program
4.47 score
4.6(18)
2105 Stuart Avenue, Valley Stream, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
St. John's After School Program receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents praise the welcoming environment, quality programming including summer activities and dance recitals, and the church community and leadership. The facility appears to foster both spiritual growth and enjoyable experiences for children.
Outstanding pastor and church leadershipwelcoming environmentquality summer programmingdance recitals
2
Wooden Shoe Nursery School
4.32 score
4.4(20)
1049 Hunter Ave, Valley Stream, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Wooden Shoe Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents who commend the caring, professional staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic, social, and emotional development, along with strong communication and personalized attention from teachers.
Dedicated and caring staffnurturing environmentacademic curriculum combined with arts and craftspatient and attentive teachers
3
New Hope Lutheran Day School
4.29 score
4.5(7)
60 Oliver Ave, Valley Stream, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise New Hope Lutheran Day School for its affordable pricing, flexible payment options, and caring, trustworthy staff. Multiple reviewers recommend the facility for children from infant through pre-K, noting a supportive and understanding environment for learning and play.
Affordable pricing compared to other daycares in the areaflexible payment plansfriendly and caring stafftrustworthy caregivers
4
Academic Munchkins
4.22 score
4.4(6)
47 South Central Ave., Valley Stream, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Academic Munchkins receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, flexible hours accommodating working parents, and academic curriculum. One parent reported a negative experience citing lack of professionalism, information withholding, rough child contact, and denied camera access.
Caring and attentive staffflexible hours for working parentsclean and well-fed childrenacademic curriculum
5
Precious Spirit Child Care, INC.
3.73 score
3.5(6)
50 Rose Avenue, Valley Stream, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Precious Spirit Child Care has mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise improved management since 2018, hands-on teachers, good communication, cleanliness, and accommodating scheduling. However, negative reviews cite hygiene concerns, inadequate staffing ratios, safety issues including biting incidents, and inconsistent policies regarding age acceptance.
Improved managementhands-on and communicative teachersone-on-one attentionclean facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Valley Stream

4.5 - 5.0

2

4.0 - 4.4

2

3.0 - 3.9

1

Below 3

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Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Valley Stream, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.17avg rating

13 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.45avg rating

2 daycares · 2 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Valley Stream zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
11580	10	4.28	2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Valley Stream (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Valley Stream based on parent reviews

St. John'S After School Program

4.6(18)

2105 Stuart Avenue, Valley Stream, NY

St. John's After School Program receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents praise the welcoming environment, quality programming including summer activities and dance recitals, and the church community and leadership. The facility appears to foster both spiritual growth and enjoyable experiences for children.

Outstanding pastor and church leadershipwelcoming environmentquality summer programming

Wooden Shoe Nursery School

4.4(20)

1049 Hunter Ave, Valley Stream, NY

Wooden Shoe Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents who commend the caring, professional staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic, social, and emotional development, along with strong communication and personalized attention from teachers.

Dedicated and caring staffnurturing environmentacademic curriculum combined with arts and crafts

New Hope Lutheran Day School

4.5(7)

60 Oliver Ave, Valley Stream, NY

Parents praise New Hope Lutheran Day School for its affordable pricing, flexible payment options, and caring, trustworthy staff. Multiple reviewers recommend the facility for children from infant through pre-K, noting a supportive and understanding environment for learning and play.

Affordable pricing compared to other daycares in the areaflexible payment plansfriendly and caring staff

Academic Munchkins

4.4(6)

47 South Central Ave., Valley Stream, NY

Academic Munchkins receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, flexible hours accommodating working parents, and academic curriculum. One parent reported a negative experience citing lack of professionalism, information withholding, rough child contact, and denied camera access.

Caring and attentive staffflexible hours for working parentsclean and well-fed children

Precious Spirit Child Care, INC.

3.5(6)

50 Rose Avenue, Valley Stream, NY

Precious Spirit Child Care has mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise improved management since 2018, hands-on teachers, good communication, cleanliness, and accommodating scheduling. However, negative reviews cite hygiene concerns, inadequate staffing ratios, safety issues including biting incidents, and inconsistent policies regarding age acceptance.

Improved managementhands-on and communicative teachersone-on-one attention

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Daycare Centers in Valley Stream, New York

There are 15 daycare centers in Valley Stream, 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 Valley Stream have an average rating of 4.28 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 40% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.45 stars. Our analysis covers 57 parent reviews.

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

Best Daycare Centers in Valley Stream, NY

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