Best Daycare Centers in Yonkers, NY
Compare 41 daycare centers in Yonkers. Average rating: 3.94/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Yonkers, New York at a glance
- Daycares
- 41
- Avg rating
- 3.94/5
- Parent reviews
- 195
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Yonkers has 41 licensed daycares with 195 parent reviews averaging 3.94/5.The largest concentration is in 10701 with 17 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Yonkers
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.
- 1Kids Allowed Corp4.72 score4.9(20)
600 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Small World Daycare for its caring staff, effective developmental programs, and nurturing environment. Children show significant progress in speech, potty training, social skills, and academics. Parents appreciate the accessible director, daily communication, and safe facilities.
Caring and professional staffstrong developmental progress in speech and academicseffective potty training supportaccessible and hands-on director - 2The Childrens Club INC.4.64 score4.8(20)
118 Lockwood Ave, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Children's Club Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facility, and family-like treatment, with many enrolling multiple children and returning as grandparents. The center operates successful daycare and after-school programs with strong attention to child development, homework completion, and emotional well-being.
Attentive and professional staffclean facilityfamily-like treatmentexperienced ownership (Ms. Becky and Peter) - 3Bryn Mawr Park Presbyterian Church4.45 score4.9(5)
20 Buckingham Road, Yonkers, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Bryn Mawr Park Presbyterian Church's childcare center serves children ages 2.9-5 years and is described as a welcoming, inclusive facility with experienced staff. Parents praise the community atmosphere and faith-based environment. Note: One review indicates the facility has since closed.
Experienced teaching and office staff (10+ years)NYS licensedwelcoming and inclusive environmentstrong sense of community - 4Smiley Faces Daycare Center INC.4.33 score4.6(6)
99 Wakefield Ave, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Smiley Faces After School Program in Yonkers receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong management under Mr. Garcia, and safe, nurturing environment that keeps children engaged and happy. The program offers homework assistance, tutoring, snacks, and summer camp options that parents trust and recommend.
Caring and professional staffdedicated managementchild safetyhomework assistance and tutoring - 5Nepperhan Community Center, INC.4.08 score4.1(20)
342 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Nepperhan Community Center in Yonkers receives consistently positive reviews highlighting its welcoming atmosphere and variety of programs. Parents appreciate the facility's location, staff friendliness, and diverse activities for children, though most reviews appear to reflect general community center usage rather than daycare-specific experiences.
welcoming staffvariety of programs and activitiesconvenient locationinteractive activities - 6Ywca Child Development Center4 score4(20)
87 South Broadway, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews indicate this YWCA facility serves multiple purposes including homeless shelter services and childcare. Parents and residents consistently praise the caring, professional staff and clean facilities, though some note difficulty reaching case managers. The center is valued as an important community resource offering workforce programs and support services.
Caring and respectful staffclean facilitieshelpful workforce programaccepts donations - 7Ymca Of Yonkers, INC.3.6 score3.5(20)
17 Riverdale Avenue, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the YMCA's friendly staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including swimming, karate, and sports activities. Most reviews highlight it as a safe, trustworthy place for children. One reviewer criticized lack of responsiveness from program leadership.
Friendly and accommodating staffclean and well-maintained facilitiesdiverse youth programs (swimmingkarate - 8Healthy Kids Extended Day Program INC.3.28 score3.1(20)
160 Bolmer Avenue, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Healthy Kids receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, good communication, clean facilities, and flexible hours. Negative reviews cite serious operational issues including poor communication with schools, inadequate staffing, billing problems, lack of support for children with special needs, and program closures.
Caring and patient staffstrong teacher-parent communicationclean facilities with new materialsflexible scheduling - 9Healthy Kids Extended Day Program3.28 score3.1(20)
132 Valentine Lane, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Healthy Kids Extended Day Program receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, clear communication, engaging activities, and flexible scheduling. However, several parents report serious operational failures including billing disputes, poor administrative coordination with schools, staffing issues, inadequate support for children with special needs, and abrupt program closures.
Caring and devoted staffexcellent teacher-parent communicatio - 10Family Service Society Of Yonkers2.65 score1.9(9)
75 Morris Street, Yonkers, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Family Service Society of Yonkers has mixed reviews with significant concerns. While two reviews praise their dedication to helping children, older people, and the disabled, the majority of reviews are highly critical, citing unprofessional staff, poor service quality, and unethical business practices across multiple service areas.
Helps vulnerable populationsdedicated to children and disabled individuals
Rating Distribution
Based on 16 daycares with Google ratings in Yonkers
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Yonkers, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Yonkers zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10701 | 17 | 4.26 | 4 | |
| 10703 | 6 | 3.4 | 0 | |
| 10705 | 7 | 3 | 0 | |
| 10710 | 5 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Yonkers (– 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 Yonkers based on parent reviews
Kids Allowed Corp
600 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY
Parents consistently praise Small World Daycare for its caring staff, effective developmental programs, and nurturing environment. Children show significant progress in speech, potty training, social skills, and academics. Parents appreciate the accessible director, daily communication, and safe facilities.
The Childrens Club INC.
118 Lockwood Ave, Yonkers, NY
The Children's Club Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facility, and family-like treatment, with many enrolling multiple children and returning as grandparents. The center operates successful daycare and after-school programs with strong attention to child development, homework completion, and emotional well-being.
Bryn Mawr Park Presbyterian Church
20 Buckingham Road, Yonkers, NY
Bryn Mawr Park Presbyterian Church's childcare center serves children ages 2.9-5 years and is described as a welcoming, inclusive facility with experienced staff. Parents praise the community atmosphere and faith-based environment. Note: One review indicates the facility has since closed.
Smiley Faces Daycare Center INC.
99 Wakefield Ave, Yonkers, NY
Smiley Faces After School Program in Yonkers receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong management under Mr. Garcia, and safe, nurturing environment that keeps children engaged and happy. The program offers homework assistance, tutoring, snacks, and summer camp options that parents trust and recommend.
New Little Branches
150 Woodworth Avenue, Yonkers, NY
One parent reports that their 4-month-old son enjoys the center, highlighting the staff's friendliness and daily communication through logs and pictures. The review also notes a unique focus on financial literacy education for young children and active collaboration between the director, staff, and parents.
The Neighbor Hood Kids Achievement Program, INC
77 Park Hill Avenue, Yonkers, NY
Several parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere and flexible support provided by Carissa and her team, noting significant improvements for children transitioning from other programs. However, one review raises a serious safety concern regarding a driver speeding in a van transporting children.
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Daycare types in Yonkers
Daycare Centers in Yonkers, New York
There are 41 daycare centers in Yonkers, 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 Yonkers have an average rating of 3.94 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities, with 31% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 195 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Yonkers, 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 reports that their 4-month-old son enjoys the center, highlighting the staff's friendliness and daily communication through logs and pictures. The review also notes a unique focus on financial literacy education for young children and active collaboration between the director, staff, and parents.
- Address
- 150 Woodworth Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 378-1473
Bryn Mawr Park Presbyterian Church's childcare center serves children ages 2.9-5 years and is described as a welcoming, inclusive facility with experienced staff. Parents praise the community atmosphere and faith-based environment. Note: One review indicates the facility has since closed.
- Address
- 20 Buckingham Road, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 423-5566
Parents consistently praise Small World Daycare for its caring staff, effective developmental programs, and nurturing environment. Children show significant progress in speech, potty training, social skills, and academics. Parents appreciate the accessible director, daily communication, and safe facilities.
- Address
- 600 North Broadway, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 349-9200
The Children's Club Inc. receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of enrollment. Parents highlight the caring, professional staff, clean facility, and family-like treatment, with many enrolling multiple children and returning as grandparents. The center operates successful daycare and after-school programs with strong attention to child development, homework completion, and emotional well-being.
- Address
- 118 Lockwood Ave, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 618-2959
Smiley Faces After School Program in Yonkers receives consistently high praise from parents. Parents highlight the caring and dedicated staff, strong management under Mr. Garcia, and safe, nurturing environment that keeps children engaged and happy. The program offers homework assistance, tutoring, snacks, and summer camp options that parents trust and recommend.
- Address
- 99 Wakefield Ave, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 424-3993
Several parents highlight the welcoming atmosphere and flexible support provided by Carissa and her team, noting significant improvements for children transitioning from other programs. However, one review raises a serious safety concern regarding a driver speeding in a van transporting children.
- Address
- 77 Park Hill Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 562-3632
Nepperhan Community Center in Yonkers receives consistently positive reviews highlighting its welcoming atmosphere and variety of programs. Parents appreciate the facility's location, staff friendliness, and diverse activities for children, though most reviews appear to reflect general community center usage rather than daycare-specific experiences.
- Address
- 342 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 965-0203
Reviews indicate this YWCA facility serves multiple purposes including homeless shelter services and childcare. Parents and residents consistently praise the caring, professional staff and clean facilities, though some note difficulty reaching case managers. The center is valued as an important community resource offering workforce programs and support services.
- Address
- 87 South Broadway, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 963-0640
One parent describes a severely positive experience with helpful staff, while a single critical review alleges extreme neglect and abuse, including physical violence, drug exposure, and lack of supervision. The contrasting feedback highlights a significant disparity in reported quality of care and safety protocols.
- Address
- 463 Hawthorne Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 375-8820
Feedback for this center is mixed, with one parent praising the staff while others report negative interactions with the director. Critics describe the leadership as arrogant, condescending, and unprofessional, noting that minor issues are handled with harsh attitudes.
- Address
- 73 Buena Vista Ave, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 969-4491
One parent highlights the organization's positive impact on the local community. The feedback provided is limited to a single positive observation regarding community involvement.
- Address
- 219 Ridge Ave., Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 423-9754
Parents praise the YMCA's friendly staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including swimming, karate, and sports activities. Most reviews highlight it as a safe, trustworthy place for children. One reviewer criticized lack of responsiveness from program leadership.
- Address
- 17 Riverdale Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 963-0183
Feedback for this program is mixed, with one parent highlighting significant academic progress and supportive staff, while another describes a difficult experience involving communication barriers and safety concerns. A third review notes strong benefits for their child but criticizes the school's professionalism and bus coordination protocols.
- Address
- 1 Odell Plaza, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 965-1152
Healthy Kids receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise caring staff, good communication, clean facilities, and flexible hours. Negative reviews cite serious operational issues including poor communication with schools, inadequate staffing, billing problems, lack of support for children with special needs, and program closures.
- Address
- 160 Bolmer Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 539-2700
Healthy Kids Extended Day Program receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, clear communication, engaging activities, and flexible scheduling. However, several parents report serious operational failures including billing disputes, poor administrative coordination with schools, staffing issues, inadequate support for children with special needs, and abrupt program closures.
- Address
- 132 Valentine Lane, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (845) 247-5572
Family Service Society of Yonkers has mixed reviews with significant concerns. While two reviews praise their dedication to helping children, older people, and the disabled, the majority of reviews are highly critical, citing unprofessional staff, poor service quality, and unethical business practices across multiple service areas.
- Address
- 75 Morris Street, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 963-5118
One parent highlights excellent service, noting that both of their daughters started attending the center.
- Address
- 10 St. Josephs Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 375-4102
- Address
- 135 Locust Hill Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 562-3632
- Address
- 120 Clarendon Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 376-5538
- Address
- 30 Nevada Place, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 720-3283
- Address
- 100 Underhill Street, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 202-9658
- Address
- 100 Lee Avenue, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (845) 561-4700
- Address
- 1 Montclair Place, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 478-0554
- Address
- 7 Ravenswood Rd, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 478-0554
- Address
- 745 Midland Ave, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 478-0554
- Address
- 47 Croydon Road, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 478-0554
- Address
- 579 Warburton Ave, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (347) 922-3374
- Address
- 350 Hawthorne Ave, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 478-0554
- Address
- 20 Cedar Place, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 879-7782
- Address
- 204 Hawthorne Ave, Yonkers, NY
- Phone
- (914) 476-2152
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency
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- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
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