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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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Fantasia Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Fantasia DCC as a safe, clean, and caring daycare facility. Staff are described as attentive, trustworthy, and dedicated to meeting children's needs. Multiple reviewers recommend the center for its welcoming environment and flexible policies.

Clean and tidy facilitycaring and attentive staffchildren are happy and enjoy attending
Address
2743 Ocean Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Valley Community Association, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Valley Community Association is highly regarded by parents and community members, with an average 5/5 rating across recent reviews. Parents praise the caring staff, strong family-oriented environment, and comprehensive programming including afterschool care and community events. The center is noted for supporting children whose families face challenges and providing academic assistance.

Caring and friendly stafffamily-oriented atmosphereafterschool program
Address
93 Leddy Street, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 823-4707
The Kingsbridge Heights Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Kingsbridge Heights Community Center is highly praised as a comprehensive community resource offering programs for all ages, from early childhood through senior services. Parents and community members consistently highlight the caring staff, diverse offerings including tutoring, mentorship, English classes, and food pantry services, and the center's positive generational impact on the neighborhood.

Safe and caring environmentdedicated staffresource assistance
Address
3120 Corlear Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 788-4070
The Kingsbridge Heights Community Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The Kingsbridge Heights Community Center is highly regarded as a comprehensive community resource offering programs for all ages, from early childhood through seniors. Parents and community members praise the caring, dedicated staff and the center's commitment to supporting local families through various educational, mentoring, and resource services. The facility is viewed as a generational blessing that positively impacts the neighborhood.

Safe and caring environmentwide range of programs (early childhoodESOL
Address
2780 Reservoir Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 329-8570
Amalgamated Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
3980 Orloff Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
La Peninsula Community Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4

Parents consistently praise LA Peninsula Community Head Start for its caring and professional teaching staff. Reviewers highlight positive learning experiences, patient behavior management, and good child care standards. The facility appears to leave strong impressions on both former and current students' families.

professional teacherspatient and caring staffgood learning environment
Address
1343 Fulton Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Guild For Exceptional Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise The Guild for Exceptional Children as a caring, supportive special education preschool where children make significant developmental progress. Teachers are noted for going above and beyond, providing individualized attention, and creating a welcoming family atmosphere that makes children eager to attend.

Caring and patient teachersindividualized attention to childrendevelopmental progress in speech and behavior
Address
1273 57 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Stillwell Ave. Prep & Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1990 Stillwell Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Old First Nursery Sch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Old First Nursery School is a small, intimate center-based program in Brooklyn with one class of 16 children. Parents consistently praise the play-based curriculum, spacious and beautiful facilities (indoor and outdoor), and dedicated teachers who foster creativity and emotional development. The co-op model builds strong community among families, though it requires significant parental involvement.

Play-basedchild-centered curriculumexperienced and warm teachers (Therese
Address
729 Carroll Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Inovative Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Imagine Learning Center for its caring teachers, strong leadership under director Jennifer, and enriching activities. The center has reportedly made significant improvements in recent months and maintains excellent parent communication and community engagement.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong new director (Jennifer)enrichment activities (soccer
Address
50 Monroe Place, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Archdiocese Of New York Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the friendly and kind teachers who create a supportive environment for child development. However, some parents report serious concerns about disorganization, poor communication, unprofessional staff behavior, and unresponsive management to complaints.

friendly and kind teachersgood for child development and skill-buildingwelcoming environment
Address
3044 Hull Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Betances Ecdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
528 East 146 Street, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Labor Bathgate Comm Ccc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
1638 Anthony Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bridges Afterschool Program LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise BRIDGES Afterschool Program for its well-organized facility with excellent staff and open spaces. The program is noted for hosting community events like a farmers market (May-October on Tuesdays) and craft fairs that foster a friendly, community-oriented environment.

Great staffspacious open areaswell-organized community events
Address
916 Western Ave, Albany, NY
Phone
(845) 559-3794
Kiddie Patch, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Kiddie Patch is highly regarded by most parents for its family-oriented atmosphere, spacious facility, and caring staff. One parent reported a negative experience involving lack of acceptance for a child with ADD and inadequate support. The center has strong retention with families attending for extended periods.

Small family feelspacious facilityfriendly and trustworthy staff
Address
2634 Gerritsen Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Innovative Leraning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Innovative Learning Center (also referred to as Imagine Brooklyn Heights/Imagine Early Learning Center) for its caring, dedicated teachers and strong leadership under director Jennifer. The center offers enriching activities including music, soccer, dance, and yoga, with excellent parent communication and a strong sense of community.

Caring and dedicated teachersnew director Jennifer is responsive and communicativeenrichment activities (soccer
Address
50 Monroe Place, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Hebrew Educational Society
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Hebrew Educational Society is highly regarded by parents for its diverse programs including swimming, afterschool, summer camp, sports, and academic support. Parents praise the caring staff, responsive management, and safe environment. The facility also offers community services like a food pantry and serves children with special needs.

Swimming instructioncaring and professional staffresponsive management
Address
9502 Seaview Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Windsor Day Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
4203 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Bishop Sexton Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.4
Address
933 Herkimer Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Stillwell Avenue Prep School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
1990 Stillwell Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
First Steps Early Learning Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

First Steps Early Learning Academy receives consistently high praise from parents for exceptional child development, attentive staff, and strong leadership under Mrs. Forbes. Parents highlight significant learning gains, daily communication updates, and a nurturing environment where children feel safe and happy. The center is credited with preparing children for kindergarten and supporting children with diverse needs, including those on the spectrum.

Attentive and caring staffstrong child development and academic progressqualified and vetted teachers
Address
125 Dolson Avenue, Middletown, NY
Phone
(845) 344-1154
Habitots Preschool And Child Care Middle Island
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise Habitots for its warm, attentive staff who form genuine bonds with children and prioritize their developmental growth. The facility is described as clean, secure, and well-organized, with excellent communication between teachers and families. Multiple reviewers highlight how much their children love attending and how well they've prepared for transitions to kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and nurturing teachersclean and secure facilityopen communication with families
Address
1400 Middle Country Road, Middle Island, NY
Phone
(631) 205-0279
Town Of Islip/L.E.A.P
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents consistently praise TOWN OF ISLIP/L.E.A.P as a well-maintained, family-friendly facility with excellent recreational amenities and caring staff. The center offers diverse activities including sports, outdoor exercise, homework support, and quality meals in a clean environment with enhanced security features.

Clean facilityfriendly and caring staffhomework-before-playtime policy
Address
555 Clayton St, Central Islip, NY
Phone
(631) 224-5405
Jill'S Play Yard INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Jill's Play Yard receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, clean facility, and educational environment. Parents appreciate the convenience of having a local daycare option and report feeling comfortable with their children's care. One parent expressed concern about staff priorities, and one review was negative without detail.

Accommodating and friendly staffclean facilityeducational programs
Address
3320 West Lake Rd, Wilson, NY
Phone
(716) 751-3320
Harlem Children'S Zone @ A Cut Above
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the daycare's supportive environment, knowledgeable staff, and comprehensive parenting education program. The center offers weekly giveaways and incentives like rent assistance for perfect attendance. However, some parents report concerns about promised rewards and raffles not being fulfilled as advertised.

Caring and happy staffparenting education classesweekly giveaways
Address
2031 5th Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
(646) 619-1004
The Acorn School
Before or After School Daycare
4.4
Address
330 East 26 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children First On 5th Ave.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

The reviews provided are not about the daycare facility but about Saks Fifth Avenue, a luxury department store. No actual parent reviews of Children First on 5th Ave daycare were submitted.

None mentioned about the daycare
Address
600 5 Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mandell Nursery School & Kindergarten
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
127 West 94 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Children'S Aid Society East Harlem Center Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise the Children's Aid Society East Harlem Center for engaging summer programs and fun activities including field trips. Multiple reviewers highlight positive personal experiences attending the center as children. The facility appears to be well-regarded in the community.

Fun summer camp programsengaging field tripslong-term satisfaction (4+ years)
Address
130 East 101 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
James Varick Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

This facility appears to be a residential recovery/treatment center rather than a traditional daycare. Clients consistently praise the supportive staff, structured programming, and welcoming environment that facilitated their recovery journeys. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting positive experiences with counseling, activities, and accommodations.

Supportive and accommodating staffquality counselors (Ms. ReadJoseph Smith
Address
151 West 136 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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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.