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6,486 Daycare Centers in New York

Browse 6,486 daycare centers across New York. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in New York

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in New York can make the decision-making process smoother.

New York has about 6,486 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in New York. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in New York

There are 6,486 daycares in New York: 186 headstart facilities, 422 before/after school centers, 136 religious facility daycares, and 5,742 childcare and preschool centers.

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Mill Pond Nursery & Childcare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe a warm and welcoming environment where staff members, including Ms. Susana, Kathy, Maria, and Darlene, provide dedicated care that helps infants and young children adjust easily. Reviewers highlight the high quality of daily projects and learning outcomes, noting that the center offers significant value beyond its convenient location.

Warm and welcoming communitydedicated and amazing staffexcellent infant care
Address
10 Mill Pond Rd, Stony Brook, NY
Phone
(631) 675-6901
B & D'S First Step Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe B & D's First Step Child Care Center as an exceptional facility where staff demonstrate genuine care and affection for the children. Reviewers highlight strong academic progress, such as early literacy and counting skills, alongside a safe, engaging environment that includes outdoor play. The positive atmosphere allows parents to work with peace of mind, knowing their children are treated as individuals rather than just another enrollment.

caring and friendly staffstrong academic development (colorsshapes
Address
2113 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 298-1909
Lasalle Early Childhood Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their granddaughter enjoys attending Lasalle Early Childhood Center Inc and praises the staff. The review highlights the teachers as wonderful, with no other details provided about the facility or curriculum.

granddaughter loves the centerwonderful teachers
Address
8477 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 283-2238
Imagination Station Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff's positive interaction with their toddler. The feedback focuses on the quality of care provided by the team.

loved staffpositive toddler experience
Address
902 Seneca Street, Lewiston, NY
Phone
(716) 754-4305
Tonawanda Kidsabilities Fun Center & Day Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the center as a comfortable environment where daughters engage in crafts and active play while learning. A second review offers a brief, personal comment without specific details about the childcare experience.

learning opportunitiescraftsactive time
Address
35 Grant Street, Room 102, North Tonawanda, NY
Phone
(716) 260-1327
The Boys & Girls Clubs Of The Northtowns, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
195 Spruce Street, North Tonawanda, NY
Phone
(716) 873-9842
Little Loves Baby & Child Care , INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness and the staff's friendliness, describing it as a great environment for children. The overall sentiment from the available feedback is highly positive.

Great facilityfriendly staffvery clean
Address
6630 Lincoln Ave, Lockport, NY
Phone
(716) 434-5049
Lincoln Square Neighborhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent reports that their child enjoys attending this small center, which houses 10-15 children per class across three to four groups. The facility is highlighted for its private outdoor playground and the convenience of providing meals on-site, eliminating the need for lunch boxes.

small class sizeprivate outdoor playgroundmeals provided on-site
Address
250 West 65th Street, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 874-0860
The Children'S Aid Society @P.S. 8
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
465 West 167th Street, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 740-8655
Wonder World Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as amazing, highlighting the owners' personalized approach and Ms. Sherri's individualized attention to each child's needs. The reviewer notes significant progress in early learning skills, such as ABCs and potty training, and highly recommends the facility for its safety.

personalized attention from ownersindividualized care for each childeffective teaching of ABCs and potty training
Address
2723 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(347) 355-3700
Pal @ Breukelen Houses Conerstone
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights a Juneteenth celebration featuring music and socialization, while another describes the location as a nice place to visit. The few reviews so far mention the facility's welcoming atmosphere and community events.

Juneteenth celebrationdrumming and musicsocialization opportunities
Address
715 East 105th St, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 649-0448
The Coconut Grove Childhood Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes THE COCONUT GROVE CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONAL CENTER as an amazing and loving environment with a healthy, clean setting. They highlight the staff's genuine passion and the center's integrity, professionalism, and strong partnership with parents. The reviewer highly recommends the Ave A, B, and after-school enrichment programs.

staff passionpartnership with parentsloving environment
Address
9522 Avenue A, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 498-1160
Sports And Arts In School Foundation @ Ms 382k
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe the facility as a fun, engaging environment featuring various sports courts and arcade-style games like foosball and basketball, which keep children entertained without needing screens. Reviewers highlight the friendly ownership and successful hosting of large events, such as birthday parties, as key strengths of the location.

engaging kid-friendly gamessports courtsno screen time needed
Address
911 Flatbush Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(347) 417-8179
City Growers INC @ Academy Of Arts And Letters Ps 20
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes CITY GROWERS INC @ ACADEMY OF ARTS AND LETTERS PS 20 as an amazing place, highlighting a positive experience with the center-based program.

Amazing place
Address
225 Adelphi St, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(917) 426-4002
Recap Western Orange County Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
96 N. Beacon Street, Middletown, NY
Phone
(845) 421-6215
Kindercollege Occc /Morrison Lab School
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent describes the program as an ideal environment where their child has flourished since age two. The reviewer highlights the staff's caring, compassionate, and accommodating nature, noting that the team has become like an extended family.

caring staffloving environmentcompassionate interactions
Address
133 South St, Middletown, NY
Phone
(845) 341-4165
Recap/Port Jervis Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
31 W Main St, Port Jervis, NY
Phone
(845) 856-6821
House On The Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes a positive experience for their three children, noting that two have gone on to become professionals and expressing gratitude for the quality of education. The reviewer also mentions a specific staff member, Sister Jean, in a fond manner.

Positive experiences for multiple childrenprofessional outcomes for alumnihigh-quality education
Address
150 Broadlea Road, Goshen, NY
Phone
(845) 294-6221
Kiryas Joel Municipal Local Development Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
18 Getzel Berger Blvd, Monroe, NY
Phone
(845) 783-0990
Little Harvard
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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 operations
Address
55-63 Lawrence Avenue, New Windsor, NY
Phone
(845) 565-6112
Windsor Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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.

collaborative with therapistssupportive of special needsknowledgeable and loved staff
Address
271 Quassaick Ave, New Windsor, NY
Phone
(845) 562-3711
Little Harvard At Washingtonville
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the program as a quality pre-kindergarten option with exceptional teachers and a nurturing environment that ensures student safety. Another review highlights that children are well cared for and acquire lasting academic skills while feeling loved by the staff.

exceptional teachers and staffnurturing and enriching learning environmentsignificant child progress
Address
83 East Main Street, Washingtonville, NY
Phone
(845) 497-3212
Ivy League Day Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

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.

dedicated and caring staffstrong parent-child relationshipsprofessional and friendly atmosphere
Address
2342 Route 32, New Windsor, NY
Phone
(845) 534-0164
Head Start Of Eastern Orange County
Headstart Programs
5

A few parents express high satisfaction with the program, noting that staff provide excellent care and are considered the best. Reviewers describe the experience positively, with one parent stating they love the school for their child.

Excellent care by teachersloving environmenthighly regarded staff
Address
49 Gidney Avenue, Newburgh, NY
Phone
(845) 562-0380
Little Pals Preschool, Ltd
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Little Pals Preschool for its family-like atmosphere, caring and attentive staff, and strong academic foundation. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, safe facilities, engaging activities, and individualized attention to each child's development. Children show measurable academic progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending.

Caring and patient staffstrong academic curriculumindividualized attention to each child
Address
121 Harriman Heights Road, Monroe, NY
Phone
(845) 783-3006
Bright Beginnings Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes Bright Beginnings Preschool as an amazing learning center that offers a family-like atmosphere with excellent communication from the director and teachers. The reviewer highly recommends the program for its warm environment and staff interaction.

family type feelgreat communication with parentsamazing learning center
Address
135 Forester Ave, Warwick, NY
Phone
(845) 986-0980
The Ark Of Learning, LLC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the staff's commitment and family-like atmosphere, with one noting significant speech development improvements for their child and another citing long-term satisfaction with multiple children. Reviewers specifically praise Director Jacqueline and her team for their pride in their work and supportive environment.

Staff commitmentspeech development supportfamily-like atmosphere
Address
1641 State Route 32, Highland Mills, NY
Phone
(845) 534-8888
Kiryas Joel Municipal Local Dev. Corp. Early Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
6 Kahan Drive, Monroe, NY
Phone
(845) 783-3651
Little Learners
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
581 County Route 62, Westtown, NY
Phone
(845) 355-8687
Kindercollege
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents describe the staff as friendly, knowledgeable, and excellent communicators, while noting the facility is clean, organized, and safe. One family highlights the campus security presence, including police proximity, as a significant benefit. However, another parent reports being asked to leave due to their child being labeled problematic, despite otherwise loving the program.

friendly and knowledgeable staffgood communicationclean and organized environment
Address
1 Washington Center, Newburgh, NY
Phone
(845) 341-9058

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6,486 all daycares across New York. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in New York are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through New York's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in New York, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (New York sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in New York vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.