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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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Ymca Of The Greater Tri-Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise the YMCA's friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs including aquatics, fitness classes, and recreational activities. Many are long-term members who appreciate it as a valuable community resource for families. All reviews are highly positive with no significant complaints.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitiespool and locker rooms well-maintained
Address
115 Schoolhouse Road, Deerfield, NY
Phone
(315) 335-0845
Ymca Of The Greater Tri-Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise the YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs including aquatics, fitness classes, and sports activities. Multiple reviewers highlight long-term membership satisfaction and recommend it as a valuable community resource for families.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean facilitiesaquatic programs
Address
8551 Clark Mills Road, Whitesboro, NY
Phone
(315) 335-1623
Ymca Of The Greater Tri Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise the YMCA's friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and diverse programs for families. The facility is described as welcoming and well-maintained, with particular appreciation for aquatics programs. Members report long-term satisfaction with their membership experience.

friendly and helpful staffclean facilitiesdiverse programs
Address
25 Oxford Road, New Hartford, NY
Phone
(315) 797-4787
Ymca Of The Greater Tri-Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the YMCA facility and staff. Parents consistently highlight the friendly, helpful, and welcoming atmosphere, clean facilities, and diverse programs including aquatics, fitness classes, and activities for families.

Friendly and caring staffclean facilitiesaquatics programs
Address
217 Kinsley Street, Sherrill, NY
Phone
(315) 363-7788
Our Children'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Our Children's Place for its caring, attentive staff who treat families like family. Children are reported to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in a clean, secure facility. The center's use of the Procare communication system and its role as a non-profit offering affordable, high-quality programs are particularly appreciated.

Caring and attentive staffclean and secure facilitystrong child development outcomes
Address
55 Wilcox Lane, Canandaigua, NY
Phone
(585) 394-5310
Phipps Neighborhoods, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

PHIPPS NEIGHBORHOODS, INC. receives mixed reviews with significant operational and communication concerns. While some parents praise career development opportunities and inclusivity, multiple reviewers report serious issues including poor customer service, unresponsive staff, missed communications, unfair program termination policies, and lack of support for single parents.

Career advancement opportunitiesjob placement supportequal opportunity programs
Address
2024 Mohegan Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(917) 566-7963
Salmon River Children'S Corner
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents who provided substantive reviews praise Salmon River Children's Corner for its caring staff, good security measures, and support for children with special needs. The facility has maintained positive relationships with families over extended periods. Two reviews appear to be spam or non-substantive.

Good staffstrong securityspecial needs support
Address
637 County Route 1, Fort Covington, NY
Phone
(518) 354-2419
Little People Daycare Of Ny INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little People Daycare of NY Inc receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring and family-oriented environment led by Ms. Gillian and her staff. Most reviewers highlight the warm atmosphere, good educational strategies, and children's happiness attending the center. One parent reported a negative experience with the owner's unprofessionalism regarding receipts and communication, though they praised individual staff members.

caring and warm environmentstaff goes above and beyondchildren feel safe and happy
Address
216-2 137th Ave, Springfield Gardens, NY
Phone
(347) 626-7221
Lost Battalion Hall
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Lost Battalion Hall is a recreation center (not a traditional daycare) in Rego Park with mixed feedback. Parents praise the friendly staff, affordable membership, and variety of facilities including gym equipment, pools, basketball courts, and programs for multiple age groups. However, concerns exist about aging infrastructure, maintenance issues, and equipment wear.

Courteous and friendly staffaffordable membership feeswell-maintained grounds
Address
93-29 Queens Boulevard, Rego Park, NY
Phone
(718) 263-1163
Chinatown Ymca Cornerstone @ Two Bridges C.C.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents describe Chinatown YMCA Cornerstone as a hidden gem offering free programs for kids and teens. Most reviewers praise the facility as supportive and fun, though a small number gave negative ratings without specific details.

Free programssupportive stafffun environment
Address
286 South Street, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 385-9352
Cross Of Christ Lutheran Church Of Babylon, Ny
Church Daycare
3.9

Parents praise the preschool program at this Lutheran church facility, highlighting excellent teachers, a strong curriculum, and a welcoming atmosphere. The congregation is described as caring and supportive. One negative review mentioned restroom access restrictions for non-members.

excellent teachersgreat curriculumwelcoming environment
Address
576 Deer Park Avenue, Babylon, NY
Phone
(631) 376-0773
Scan-Ny Volunteer Parent Assoc. @Jhs 45
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
2351 1st Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 426-2000
Little People'S Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little People's Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, caring environment and dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Gillian. Most reviews highlight child safety, happiness, and educational support. One parent raised concerns about the owner's professionalism and inconsistent receipt practices.

Warm and caring environmentstaff goes above and beyondchild safety and happiness
Address
208 Jamaica Ave, Medford, NY
Phone
(631) 289-7493
Youth Enrichment Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Youth Enrichment Services receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents who praise the friendly staff, engaging activities, and quality care provided at their summer camps and after-school programs. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving a staff member taking their 5-year-old's shoe as collateral for a pencil, citing poor communication, understaffing, and disorganization as concerns.

Friendly and caring staffengaging activities and
Address
393 Brook Avenue, Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 587-5172
Hansteps
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
618 Rogers Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(347) 350-5977
Ymca Of The Greater Tri - Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

The YMCA of the Greater Tri-Valley in Oneida receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and variety of programs including aquatics, fitness classes, and recreational activities for families.

Friendly and welcoming staffclean pool and locker roomsdiverse program offerings (swim lessons
Address
436 Seneca Street, Oneida, NY
Phone
(315) 363-7788
Hansteps Corporation
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
110 Lenox Road, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(646) 932-4778
All Children'S Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

All Children's Child Care in Astoria receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight the welcoming staff, strong teacher-child ratios, organized classrooms, and creative learning environment. Parents particularly appreciate daily photo updates and responsive communication from management.

friendly and caring staffgood teacher-child ratiosorganized classrooms
Address
35-01 24 Street, Astoria, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Mona Prep Day Care, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents are divided in their experiences at Mona Prep Day Care. Most reviewers praise the caring, loving staff and family-like environment, particularly highlighting strong teacher-student relationships. However, some parents report inadequate support for children with special needs and concerns about staff professionalism and treatment of children.

Caring and loving stafffamily-like environmentstrong teacher-student relationships
Address
144-14 223 Street, Springfield Gardens, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. Mary'S Hospital&Children
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

St. Mary's Hospital & Children's center in Bayside receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with reviewers praising the caring and skilled staff, clean facilities, and quality care for children with special needs and preschool programs. Parents and volunteers consistently highlight the nurturing environment, therapeutic services including music therapy, and strong developmental outcomes for children. The facility is noted for its compassionate approach to patient and family

Address
29-01 216 Street, Bayside, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Positive Beginnings #2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Positive Beginnings receives mostly high praise from parents who report happy, well-cared-for children and professional, attentive staff. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about inadequate support for children with autism spectrum disorder and hygiene issues including lice and bedbugs.

Friendly and attentive staffprofessional teachers and therapistschildren are happy and progress well
Address
182-69 Wexford Terrace, Jamaica, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jamaica Sda/Busy Bee Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Busy Bee Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. All reviews highlight the professionalism, cleanliness, and family-like atmosphere that gives parents peace of mind. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech and academic improvements.

Caring and dedicated staffclean and well-maintained classroomsstrong academic and social development
Address
88-28 163 Street, Jamaica, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Pauline Brown
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Pauline Brown receives highly polarized reviews, with most parents praising the caring staff, home-like environment, and individualized attention. However, a minority of parents reported negative experiences regarding staff attitudes and inadequate support for children with autism.

Caring and loving staffwelcoming environment that feels like homegood for children with special needs (per some reviews)
Address
241-15 North Conduit Avenue, Rosedale, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Francis Grace
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Francis Grace Day Care has a strong reputation built over 20+ years, with most parents praising the warm, nurturing environment, professional staff, and academic foundation provided. However, one parent raised serious concerns about safety, bullying, inadequate incident reporting, and prioritization of finances over child welfare.

Warm and welcoming environmentprofessional and kind stafflong-standing establishment (20+ years)
Address
130-20 Merrick Boulevard, Jamaica, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Hermy'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

These reviews appear to be for a restaurant/bar called Social Corner, not a daycare center. There is a significant data mismatch - the reviews discuss dining, drinks, entertainment, and hospitality service rather than childcare.

None applicable to daycare services
Address
243-24 Merrick Boulevard, Rosedale, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Laurelton Springfield Com Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise the warm, caring environment and dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Gillian/Jillian, noting that children are safe, happy, and engaged. One parent raised concerns about the owner's unprofessional conduct regarding receipt handling and communication style, though they commended individual staff members.

Caring and warm staffchild safetychildren enjoy attending
Address
216-02 137 Avenue, Springfield Gardens, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jackson Children'S Service
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Jackson Children's Service receives mixed reviews with strong praise for special needs support but significant complaints about Early Intervention service coordination and basic services. Parents with developmental concerns report excellent staff care and progress, while others experienced unprofessional coordination, lack of communication, inadequate infrastructure, and failure to provide entitled services like meals.

Knowledgeable staff in special needs carenurturing environmentcaring and professional staff
Address
88-23 31 Avenue, East Elmhurst, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jackson Development&Children'S Services
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Jackson Development & Children's Services receives mixed reviews. Parents with children in the center-based program praise the staff's expertise with special needs children and caring approach. However, parents using Early Intervention services report inadequate service coordination, poor communication, lack of documentation, and failure to advocate for families' needs.

Knowledgeable staff in special needs educationcaring and professional staffprincipal goes abov
Address
31-36 88 Street, East Elmhurst, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Castleton Hill Moravian Pre-School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
1657 Victory Boulevard, Staten Island, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Kristen Centers, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9
Address
629 Lucas Ave Ext, Hurley, NY
Phone
(845) 340-8515

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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.