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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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Glorious Future
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Glorious Future as an excellent daycare and after-school program with caring, patient staff. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning, and excited to attend daily. The center is noted for academic support, nutritious meals, outdoor activities, and strong communication with parents.

Patient and dedicated staff (Ms. RickyMrs. TiaMrs. Lucy)
Address
195-15 Linden Blvd, St. Albans, NY
Phone
(917) 545-6762
Council Of Peoples Organization
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: Reviews appear to be for a community service organization rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the organization for helpful social services including immigration assistance, food pantry access, and benefits counseling. Staff members, particularly Humna and Bilqees, are consistently commended for their patience, professionalism, and genuine care.

Professional and courteous staffPatient and kind serviceHelpful with immigration paperwork and citizenship applications
Address
55-11 Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY
Phone
(718) 779-0711
Westchester Jewish Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Westchester Jewish Center's Early Childhood Center is consistently praised as a warm, welcoming environment with excellent teachers and progressive learning approaches. Parents highlight the diverse community, quality programming for all ages, and the center's ability to prepare children for elementary school success. The facility is described as a spiritual home offering comprehensive services beyond childcare.

Warm and welcoming environmentexcellent and caring teachersprogressive and modern teaching techniques
Address
Rockland & Palmer Avenues, Mamaroneck, NY
Phone
(914) 698-2767
Salem Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
211 West 129 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Park Avenue Methodist Church Dc School
Church Daycare
4.7

This facility is not actually a daycare center but rather a Methodist church in New York that also hosts events. Reviews praise it as a welcoming, beautiful venue with friendly staff and a vibrant community.

welcoming and friendly staffbeautiful sanctuaryaccommodating for events
Address
106 East 86 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Child Grace Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.7
Address
310 West 139 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. Cecilia'S Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided are not about the daycare center's services, but rather about St. Cecilia's Church itself. Reviewers praise the church as a Spanish Harlem landmark with historical and spiritual significance, noting its beauty and welcoming community. No actual daycare reviews are present in this data.

Beautiful facilitywelcoming communityhistorical significance
Address
118 East 106 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Medows Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Little Meadows ECC for exceptional staff professionalism, caring approach, and strong Early Intervention and special needs programs. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, social skills, and independence. Communication with parents is regular and accessible through multiple channels.

Passionate and dedicated staffclean facilitiesexcellent Early Intervention program
Address
67-25 188 Street, Fresh Meadows, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Community Association Of Progressive Dominicans, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
601 Crotona Park North, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 466-6724
El Puente @ Williams Plaza
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise El Puente as a welcoming community organization with caring, communicative staff. Reviews highlight engaging programs including summer camp, after-school activities, art, music, and dancing, with children described as happy and enjoying their experience. The facility is noted for making a positive impact on children and families in the community.

Warm and caring staffengaging activities (artmusic
Address
323 Roebling Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 408-6792
The Higher Learning Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Higher Learning Daycare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 9 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, personalized attention to children, and flexible scheduling. One parent left a 1-star review with no details provided.

Loving and attentive staffprofessional environmentdirector Ms. Hannah
Address
1677 St John'S Place, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Philipstown Recreation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Philipstown Recreation is highly regarded with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the friendly, helpful staff, quality sports classes and programs for children and adults of all ages. The facility is noted as affordable and well-organized.

Amazing coachesfriendly staffhelpful and concerned staff
Address
15 Craigside Drive, Cold Spring, NY
Phone
(845) 424-4618
Precious Kids Too INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Precious Kids Too for excellent staff, particularly Ms. Karson, with all recent reviews rating 5/5 stars. They highlight the clean facility, small class sizes, responsive communication, and strong developmental progress of their children across all age groups.

Warm and caring staffexcellent daily communicationdetailed progress notes
Address
2220 Hewlett Ave., Merrick, NY
Phone
(516) 223-3046
Rehoboth Open Bible Church
Church Daycare
4.6

Rehoboth Open Bible Church is highly regarded by reviewers, with most giving 5-star ratings. Parents praise the welcoming, family-oriented atmosphere, spiritual environment, and sense of community. The facility is described as a loving place where people feel accepted and cared for.

welcoming pastorsloving and caring communitystrong sense of family and togetherness
Address
5102 Avenue D, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 629-1491
Kids Circle Day Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Kids Circle Day Care for exceptional staff, warm environment, and strong educational outcomes. Children show significant developmental progress across social, emotional, and academic areas. Multiple parents note their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and charter schools.

Warm and personalized staff who greet children by nameexcellent communication with parents via messages and picturesprofessional handling of developmental c
Address
0 Goethels Avenue, Jamaica, NY
Phone
(718) 380-1280
The Arc Erie County New York
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Arc Erie County receives mostly positive reviews praising staff quality and care. However, one reviewer raised concerns about food quality and administrative responsiveness to student advocacy issues.

Caring and hardworking staffprograms for multiple ability levelswelcoming environment
Address
205 Yorkshire Road, Tonawanda, NY
Phone
(716) 876-3901
Kids' Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kids' Kastle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational activities, and developmental support across all age groups. However, one detailed negative review from 2 years ago describes serious breastmilk handling procedures that allegedly caused an infant to refuse bottles, coupled with concerns about informal staff training protocols.

Caring and patient staffeducational programming with age-appropriate activitiesreal-time parent updates via Procare app
Address
7008 Erie Road, Derby, NY
Phone
(716) 947-5052
Monarch Little Learners Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Monarch Little Learners Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for being caring, experienced, and effective with children of various needs. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, maintenance, and outdoor play areas. One parent had concerns about the center's distance learning approach during COVID-19.

Amazing and loving staffwell-maintained facilityclean environment
Address
1025 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 825-8644
Great Expectations Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Great Expectations Child Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the welcoming staff, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, individualized attention, and clean facilities. Many families have sent multiple children and remained loyal for years.

Caring and professional teacherssmooth transitions to kindergartenclean and well-maintained classrooms
Address
4534 Clinton Street, West Seneca, NY
Phone
(716) 771-1962
Edukids, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise BrightPath NFB (note: reviews mention BrightPath NFB, not EDUKIDS, INC.) for its caring staff, welcoming environment, and strong communication. Children reportedly transition well, show happiness at drop-off, and parents feel confident leaving their children in the center's care. The facility is noted for cleanliness, engaging activities, and developmental focus.

Caring and patient staffwelcoming environmentsmooth transitions for new students
Address
2715 Niagara Falls Blvd, Amherst, NY
Phone
(716) 204-3506
Butterfly Kisses
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Butterfly Kisses is highly regarded by parents as a nurturing, well-run daycare center in Amherst, New York. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff, strong communication, educational curriculum, and safe environment where children thrive. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report excellent experiences spanning several years.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong parent-teacher communication with daily updates and photossafe environment
Address
596 N. French Rd., Amherst, NY
Phone
(716) 688-8266
Buffalo Hearing And Speech Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise Buffalo Hearing and Speech Center for exceptional staff professionalism and patient care. Reviews highlight the expertise of audiologists like Dr. Hannah, efficient service, and staff willingness to assist with insurance issues. Multiple reviewers noted meaningful positive impacts on their family members' lives.

Kind and patient staffprofessional audiologistsefficient exams
Address
1 Nagel Drive, Cheektowaga, NY
Phone
(716) 844-7700
The Mary Mitchill Family & Yth Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

The Mary Mitchell Family & Youth Center in the Bronx receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Reviewers praise the friendly, family-like atmosphere, quality education, and community involvement. Parents describe it as a safe, fun, and welcoming environment.

Courteous and respectful stafffamily-like teacher relationshipscommunity support programs
Address
2007 Mapes Ave, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 583-1765
Epworth Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Reviews praise the church facility and its welcoming congregation, with nostalgic mentions of childhood experiences in the afterschool and summer camp programs. Parents appreciate the warm atmosphere and spiritual environment of the facility.

Beautiful and cozy facilitywelcoming congregationcaring pastoral leadership
Address
834 Concourse Village E, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 665-4382
Ymca Buffalo Niagara
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise the YMCA Buffalo Niagara facility in Williamsville for its cleanliness, equipment quality, and friendly staff. The center offers pools, fitness equipment, classes, and childcare services that parents appreciate. Most reviews highlight excellent experiences with staff attentiveness and a welcoming atmosphere.

Clean facilitywell-maintained poolsquality exercise equipment
Address
150 Tech Drive, Williamsville, NY
Phone
(716) 839-2543
Metro Community Development Corporation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This facility receives consistently high praise for organization and efficiency. Reviews highlight friendly, professional staff and streamlined processes. Note: Most reviews reference the center's use as a vaccination site and polling location rather than daycare services.

Well-organized and efficient operationsfriendly and professional staffclear signage and directions
Address
877 East Delavan Avenue, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 896-7021
Kiddie Corner Too, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6
Address
1014 Abbott Road, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 824-2211
Zion Covenant Church
Church Daycare
4.6

Zion Covenant Church daycare in Jamestown receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the teachers and welcoming family atmosphere. One review noted the facility felt superficial, though the reviewer acknowledged meeting some good staff members.

Wonderful teachersfriendly environmentfamily-oriented
Address
520 Fairmount Ave, Jamestown, NY
Phone
(716) 664-9137
Economic Opportunity Program, INC. Of Chemung Co.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise this organization for its helpful, friendly staff and community support services. Reviews highlight the program's assistance with utilities and other resources, along with well-organized operations. The center appears to serve as both a daycare and community resource provider with strong community engagement.

Friendly and helpful staffcommunity resources and assistance programswell-organized
Address
1118 Charles St., Elmira, NY
Phone
(607) 732-5583
Economic Opportunity Program, INC. Of Chemung C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise this program for its helpful, friendly staff and excellent organizational skills. Reviewers highlight the center's community resources, support services, and willingness to assist families beyond traditional daycare services. Multiple parents recommend the program and commend staff for going above and beyond.

Friendly and helpful staffexcellent organizationcommunity programs and resources
Address
459 Philo Rd., Elmira, NY
Phone
(607) 795-5337

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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.