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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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Lord Of Life Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Lord of Life Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with six 5-star reviews praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and flexible scheduling. Parents consistently report strong developmental gains in their children and describe feeling comfortable with the care provided. One 1-star review cited unprofessional behavior from the director.

caring and nurturing teachersflexible scheduling optionsreasonable rates
Address
1025 Borden Road, Depew, NY
Phone
(716) 668-8000
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the organization's community impact and helpful staff. However, most reviews appear to reference the organization's broader community services rather than specific daycare experiences.

Helpful and polite staffcommunity impactclean facilities
Address
64 E. Main Street, Gowanda, NY
Phone
(716) 532-5927
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

This organization receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising their community impact and helpful staff. Parents and clients appreciate their accessibility, cleanliness, and commitment to serving the community across multiple services beyond daycare.

Helpful and polite staffCommunity impact and servicesClean facilities
Address
257 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 822-2402
Ymca Buffalo Niagara
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

YMCA Buffalo Niagara receives consistently positive feedback from parents and members who praise the facility's friendly, enthusiastic staff and cleanliness. Children enjoy daily swimming lessons and various activities, with parents noting their kids are happy, safe, and well-cared for. The facility offers good value with multiple fitness and program options for the whole family.

Friendly and welcoming staffdaily swimming classesclean facilities
Address
2564 Delaware, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 875-1283
The Small World Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise The Small World Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and genuine commitment to children's development. Reviews highlight the clean, well-organized facility, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Multiple reviewers describe feeling confident entrusting their children to the center and report high satisfaction with the care provided.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilitydevelopmental skill focus
Address
1031 Rte 376, Wappingers Falls, NY
Phone
(845) 226-1350
Catharine Street Community Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
69 Catharine St., Poughkeepsie, NY
Phone
(845) 473-2272
Ywca Nursery And Day School
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Parents consistently praise YWCA Nursery and Day School for its comprehensive programs, caring staff, and special initiatives like Bridges for Kids. The facility is highlighted as an affordable, community-focused option offering multiple activities including swimming, gymnastics, karate, and field trips. Families appreciate the scholarship availability and personalized support from staff.

Caring and friendly staffBridges for Kids program with holiday gifts and year-round activitiesswimming lessons and instruction
Address
14 Clayton Ave., Cortland, NY
Phone
(607) 753-9651
Chatham Kids Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

These reviews are for Chatham Kids, a children's clothing boutique, not a daycare center. Parents praise the store's unique selection of high-quality children's clothing, friendly and attentive staff, and excellent customer service. The business is noted for fast shipping, gift wrapping services, and going above and beyond to resolve customer issues.

Unique and cute clothing selectionfriendly and helpful staffhigh-quality brands
Address
50 Woodbridge Ave., Chatham, NY
Phone
(518) 392-9848
The Children'S Center Of Brighton, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise The Children's Center of Brighton for its warm, engaged staff who actively interact with children, play-based curriculum blended with educational enrichment, and nutritious in-house meals. The center is noted for daily outdoor play, strong communication with parents, and creating a secure, loving environment where children thrive developmentally.

Staff engagement and warmthplay-based and Montessori-inspired curriculumoutdoor play daily
Address
2501 Lac De Ville Blvd, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 442-7400
Sunshine Daycare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Sunshine Daycare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, who consistently praise the caring, long-tenured staff, family-like atmosphere, and safe environment. Parents highlight the center's curriculum, outdoor activities, and affordable pricing compared to competitors. One former employee gave a negative review citing personal difficulty with the job rather than issues with the daycare itself.

caring and invested stafffamily atmospherestaff stability and low turnover
Address
2400 Oakview Drive, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 467-1481
Grandma'S Luv'N Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents overwhelmingly praise BrightPath Batavia for dedicated, caring staff who create a nurturing and stimulating environment with strong teacher-child relationships. Most reviewers report their children thrive academically and socially, with clean facilities and good communication. One parent raised concerns about inconsistent staff attitudes and facility accommodations.

Caring and dedicated staffnurturing environmentclean and well-maintained facilities
Address
5079 Clinton Street Road, Batavia, NY
Phone
(585) 815-4308
Growing Tree Nursery School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Growing Tree Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the experienced and caring staff, particularly director Dawn Friedman, and noting significant developmental progress in their children. However, one review raised concerns about communication between management and parents.

Experienced and enthusiastic teacherscaring directorstrong curriculum
Address
140 East Broadway, Roslyn, NY
Phone
(516) 621-9009
Jericho Jewish Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
430 N. Broadway, Jericho, NY
Phone
(516) 938-2540
Bet Torah Nursery School
Before or After School Daycare
4.1

Bet Torah Nursery School receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the welcoming community atmosphere and leadership. However, one reviewer reported a negative experience, citing cliquish congregants and lack of warmth despite appreciation for the cantor's voice.

welcoming communitybeautiful facilityamazing clergy
Address
60 Smith Avenue, Mount Kisco, NY
Phone
(914) 666-7595
Wayne Cap INC. Lyons Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Wayne Cap Inc. Lyons Elementary is a community action center-based facility with a Google rating of 4.1/5. Parents praise the friendly and attentive staff, though some reviews criticize internal staff treatment, assistance program procedures, and lengthy waitlists for services.

Attentive and caring stafffriendly atmospherecommunity networking and growth opportunities
Address
98 Williams Street, Lyons, NY
Phone
(315) 946-1259
Wolf'S Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Wolf's Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple generations of families. Parents highlight the caring, family-oriented staff, smooth transitions for children new to daycare, and engaging activities. The center is noted for its 50-year history of serving the community and its ability to accommodate flexible scheduling needs.

Caring and attentive staffsmooth adjustment for first-time daycare childrenchildren excited to attend
Address
181 North Drive, Saugerties, NY
Phone
(845) 382-2844
Kol Ami
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews are mixed. Most reviews praise Kol Ami as a warm, welcoming Jewish congregation with strong religious education programs and caring clergy. However, some recent reviews criticize high fees for services and poor event coordination.

Welcoming communitycaring and relatable clergystrong ECP and Religious School programs
Address
252 Soundview Ave, White Plains, NY
Phone
(914) 949-4717
Nepperhan Community Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

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 location
Address
342 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY
Phone
(914) 965-0203
Corporate Woods Children'S Center Managed By Bright Horizons, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise Bright Horizons Corporate Woods for its warm, family-like environment and caring staff, particularly Director Christine and Assistant Director Sarah. Children show strong developmental progress across motor skills, communication, and confidence, with parents appreciating the thoughtful curriculum, frequent communication via app, and engaging activities. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting excellent care quality and staff dedication.

Caring and dedicated staffwarm family-like environmentstrong curriculum with center-based learning following NYS standards
Address
15 Corporate Woods Boulevard, Albany, NY
Phone
(518) 436-5822
Trinity Alliance Of The Capital Region, INC. Arbor Hill Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1
Address
47 Lark St., Albany, NY
Phone
(518) 463-1516
North Albany Ymca Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents praise the North Albany YMCA Day Care for its friendly and awesome staff, comprehensive facilities including a pool, gym, and track, and quality support services. However, the facility closed in August 2019, which was a significant loss for the North Albany community.

Friendly staffawesome atmospherecomprehensive facilities (pool
Address
616 North Pearl Street, Albany, NY
Phone
(518) 463-9622
Guilderland Ymca Y'S Time
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Guilderland YMCA Y's Time receives consistently high praise from visitors. Parents and members highlight excellent facilities including a clean pool, friendly and professional staff, and a variety of programs for children and adults. The location is noted as easily accessible with affordable membership options.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and professional staffexcellent swim lessons
Address
250 Winding Brook Drive, Guilderland, NY
Phone
(518) 456-3634
Mvcaa, INC. Ney Ave. Head Start
Headstart Programs
4.1
Address
1110 Ney Avenue, Utica, NY
Phone
(315) 624-9930
Concourse Village, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Note: The reviews provided are for Concourse Village residential co-op housing, not for the daycare center itself. No actual daycare reviews were found. The Google rating of 4.1/5 shows 0 reviews.

None mentioned for daycare
Address
777 Concourse Village East, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 293-3870
The East Side House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

East Side House is highly regarded for its GED and adult education programs in the Bronx. Reviewers consistently praise the caring, dedicated staff, comprehensive support services including job placement and college preparation, and the welcoming community atmosphere. Most students report successfully obtaining their GED and feeling supported throughout their educational journey.

Dedicated and caring staffsuccessful GED completion ratesjob placement assistance
Address
650 Hollywood Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(646) 409-8542
Broome Community College - The B.C. Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

This facility is not a daycare center but rather a community college. The reviews provided are from college students and visitors, not parents of daycare-aged children. Reviews praise the institution's academic quality, helpful staff, clean facilities, and affordable tuition.

Helpful academic advisorsexcellent instructorsclean campus
Address
901 Front Street, Binghamton, NY
Phone
(607) 778-5437
Graham-Windham INC. @ Manhattanville Dycd- Cornerstone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Parents consistently praise this center for its dedicated staff, positive environment, and diverse programming. The facility offers afterschool and weekend activities including martial arts and dance classes, along with community support services. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's role in keeping children engaged in constructive activities and supporting families in the Harlem community.

Attentive and helpful staffwide variety of programs and activitiesfree martial arts and dance classes
Address
530 West 133rd Street, New York, NY
Phone
(646) 439-0792
Tiny Treasures Child Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Tiny Treasures has predominantly positive reviews with four 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, trustworthy environment, and children's enjoyment. However, one 1-star review raises serious concerns about administrative practices, lack of individualized child support, and high staff turnover.

caring and professional staffloving environmentchildren enjoy attending
Address
3500 Sunrise Highway, Great River, NY
Phone
(631) 650-0564
Harbor School Age D.C.C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Harbor School Age D.C.C receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the safe, fun environment and respectful staff. However, one reviewer expressed concern about declining academic performance and leadership changes since the principal's departure.

Safe and secure environmentcaring and respectful staffwell-organized and well-maintained
Address
1 East 104th Street, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 427-2244
Nash Jew New Amer Self Help/Mbbc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

This afterschool program receives predominantly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring and professional staff, engaging activities, and supportive environment. Children reportedly enjoy attending daily and show developmental growth. One parent reported concerns about limited fun activities and excessive wait times.

Caring and professional staffengaging and diverse activitiessafe environment
Address
330 Neptune Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 891-1111

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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.