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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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Children'S Home Of Jefferson County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise the staff's friendliness, helpfulness, and child-centered approach, noting the facility focuses on guiding children with care and compassion. However, some reviewers express concerns about staff treatment and management practices, while others question the center's actual operations and visibility.

friendly and helpful staffchild-focused careguidance for children needing support
Address
54 Lawrence Avenue, Potsdam, NY
Phone
(315) 992-4290
Expressions Educational & Cultural Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1068 E. 54th Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 251-3662
Watertown Family Ymca, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

These reviews appear to be for a YMCA fitness facility, not a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the clean, well-maintained facility with modern equipment, welcoming staff, and diverse amenities including pools, saunas, and fitness classes. Nearly all reviewers rate it 5/5 stars and would recommend it.

Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern equipmentfriendly and helpful staff
Address
1351 Washington St, Watertown, NY
Phone
(315) 785-3780
Edith & Carl Marks Jewish Community House Of Bhrs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise the Edith & Carl Marks Jewish Community House for its welcoming environment, professional staff, and diverse programming. Reviews highlight exceptional care across multiple departments including social skills classes, gymnastics, fitness, sports, and teen programs. The facility is noted for being clean, well-maintained, and fostering confidence and community among participants.

Caring and professional staffwarm and welcoming atmospherediverse age-appropriate programs
Address
7802 Bay Pkway, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 943-6303
Bay Area Head Start
Headstart Programs
4

Bay Area Head Start receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the warm and nurturing staff, particularly leadership and key teachers who provide exceptional support to children with emotional or developmental needs. One parent reported serious concerns about the handling of violent incidents in the UPK program and classroom safety protocols. Most reviews highlight the caring environment, patient teachers, and quality educational activities.

Kind and professional staffstrong leadershippatient teachers
Address
161 Margin Drive, Shirley, NY
Phone
(631) 395-4689
North Babylon Almost Home Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
80-90 Parliament Place, North Babylon, NY
Phone
(631) 620-7805
Beansprouts
Before or After School Daycare
4
Address
421 7 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 369-4057
Hanson Place Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Hanson Place CDC receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring, attentive staff, well-structured curriculum, clean facilities, and individualized attention to children. Most reviewers report significant developmental progress and a warm, family-like atmosphere. However, a small number of parents reported instances of miscommunication, staff burnout during busy periods, and one complaint about the center's willingness to serve children with develop

Address
55 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Small World Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Small World Day Care Center receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong community feel. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about safety, staff professionalism, management responsiveness, and neighborhood impact.

caring and attentive teacherswell-organized classroomsoutdoor rooftop playground
Address
211 Ainslie Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Coney Island Community Day Car
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2960 West 27 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Great South Bay Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive programs serving multiple age groups, from infant childcare through senior activities. The facility is noted for cleanliness, friendly staff, well-maintained amenities including an aquatic center, and strong community involvement. Families appreciate the variety of scheduling options and the organization's commitment to serving low-income families through scholarships and free programs.

friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesnewly renovated
Address
1415 E Third Ave, Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 665-4255
Pride & Joy Childcare Of Babylon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Pride & Joy Childcare of Babylon receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment. Parents report their children thrive developmentally and emotionally, with strong communication and parent involvement. The center is consistently described as a trusted, family-like community that eases the transition back to work.

Caring and loving teacherschild development and learningsafe and nurturing environment
Address
406 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, NY
Phone
(631) 620-3100
Queens Daughters Day Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
73 Buena Vista Ave, Yonkers, NY
Phone
(914) 969-4491
El Puente Leadership Center @ Taylor Wythe Cc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

El Puente Leadership Center @ Taylor Wythe CC is a community center offering after-school care and recreational programs. Parents consistently praise the facility for its open spaces, friendly staff, and variety of activities. Reviews are predominantly positive with ratings of 5/5 stars.

After-school care programsindoor basketball facilitiestheater event space
Address
80 Clymer St, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(917) 627-3978
Good Foundation Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
0 Linden Blvd., St. Albans, NY
Phone
(718) 712-1500
Immanuel Genius INC. Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Immanuel Genius Inc. for its caring and loving teachers, well-organized curriculum, and strong parent communication through daily photos and updates. Children show improvements in speech, social skills, and academic learning while appearing happy and excited to attend.

Caring and passionate teachersfrequent photo updates via appenriched curriculum with monthly plans
Address
0 Oak Avenue, Flushing, NY
Phone
(718) 460-9991
All Children'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

All Children's Child Care in Astoria receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the welcoming staff, organized classrooms, and nurturing learning environment. Parents highlight the attentive care, creative activities, nutritious meals, and affordable pricing for the NYC area. Daily photo updates and responsive communication with directors are frequently mentioned as valued features that help parents feel connected to their children's experiences.

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Address
32-04 31st Avenue, Astoria, NY
Phone
(718) 777-2011
St. Edmonds Youth Programs INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Reviews are mixed with significant concerns about staff conduct and special needs care. While some reviewers praise the church community and leadership, others report serious issues including inappropriate staff behavior toward children, especially those with special needs, and unfair food distribution practices.

Good church communitypositive leadership (Father Ben Nnaji)long-standing institution
Address
1905 Morris Ave., Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 466-9370
Just For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Just For Kids is an after school program in Grand Island with mostly positive reviews praising staff helpfulness, homework assistance, and engaging activities. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct, safety protocols, and management practices. Experiences appear to vary significantly.

Helpful and caring staff (Mr. CaseyMs. Sam)homework assistance and academic improvement
Address
2451 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY
Phone
(716) 783-1848
Just For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Just For Kids is an after-school program in Williamsville that receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the staff, homework assistance, engaging activities, and safe environment, but two negative reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct, safety protocols, and management practices.

Homework help and academic improvementengaging activities and projectscaring and helpful staff
Address
250 North Forest Road, Williamsville, NY
Phone
(716) 783-5039
Just For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Just For Kids is an after-school program in Williamsville, NY with highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise the staff, educational activities, homework support, and safe environment, but two reviews allege serious concerns including inadequate supervision, mistreatment of children, security lapses, and staff management issues.

Dedicated and helpful staffhomework assistance and academic improvementengaging educational activities and projects
Address
155 Heim Road, Williamsville, NY
Phone
(716) 225-3540
Just For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Just For Kids receives highly polarized reviews with most parents praising the after-school program's academic support, engaging activities, and caring staff, while a small number of reviews allege serious concerns about child safety, staff conduct, and management practices. The facility appears to excel in homework assistance and enrichment activities according to satisfied parents, but critics raise issues regarding supervision, security protocols, and employment practices.

Address
1500 Maple Road, Williamsville, NY
Phone
(716) 639-8500
Just For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Just For Kids is an after-school program in Williamsville that receives mostly positive reviews praising staff engagement, homework help, and enrichment activities. However, two recent 1-star reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct, child safety, security protocols, and management practices.

Staff helpfulness and support with homeworkacademic improvement in readingengaging activities and projects
Address
851 Maple Rd., Williamsville, NY
Phone
(716) 783-2114
Lt. Col. Matt Urban Human Services Center Of Wny
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Lt. Col. Matt Urban Human Services Center receives consistently positive feedback, with parents praising the organization's comprehensive support for low-income families and children. Reviews highlight the center's helpful staff, community events, and wide range of services including food pantries, job assistance, housing support, and counseling.

Helpful and friendly staffcomprehensive social servicesfood pantry with generous portions
Address
129 Lewis Street, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 893-7222
Scan Ny Mullaly Recreation Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise SCAN NY Mullaly Recreation Center as a clean, well-maintained facility with friendly and helpful staff. The location offers a spacious park setting with good amenities and equipment, making it a welcoming environment for children's sports, recreation, and after-school activities.

Kind and helpful staffclean and renovated facilitiesspacious grounds
Address
40 East 164th Street, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 590-5981
Phipps Cornerstone At Soundview
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise Phipps Cornerstone's summer camp and afterschool programs, highlighting engaging activities like weekly trips, STEM learning, cooking, and outdoor play. The facility features a clean, spacious park with a new playground and multiple recreational amenities. Staff are described as professional, helpful, and attentive to children's needs.

Engaging summer camp programweekly tripsSTEM learning activities
Address
1680 Seward Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 378-6246
East Side House Settlement Patterson Com
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise East Side House Settlement Patterson Community Center for its sweet staff, community involvement, and productive programming. Multiple reviewers highlight positive personal experiences and appreciate the free additional training programs offered beyond daycare. The facility is viewed as a valuable community resource.

Sweet and caring staffstrong community events and engagementproductive after-school and summer programs
Address
340 Morris Ave., Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 993-2744
Discovery Kids Learning Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Discovery Kids Learning Center receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the quality of care, teacher consistency, and communication. However, recent reviews cite serious concerns including CPS investigations, child safety incidents, staff turnover under new management since 2022, and discriminatory practices toward children with special needs.

Experienced and stable teaching staff (historically)excellent infant and toddler programsfrequent communication and photo updates
Address
150 Stahl, Getzville, NY
Phone
(716) 629-3463
Bellmore-Merrick Child Care Program, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
1712 Camp Ave., North Merrick, NY
Phone
(516) 868-6027
Barry And Florence Friedberg Jcc, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents praise the Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC as an excellent community center with caring, supportive staff and a welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight quality early childhood programs, helpful social work services, and diverse family-friendly activities including fitness classes and camps.

caring and supportive staffhelpful social work resourcesquality early childhood program
Address
15 Neil Court, Oceanside, NY
Phone
(516) 766-4341

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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.