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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Bay Shore, NY

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Bay Shore. Average rating: 3.82/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Bay Shore, New York at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
3.82/5
Parent reviews
114
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Bay Shore has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 114 parent reviews averaging 3.82/5.The largest concentration is in 11706 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Bay Shore

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Great South Bay Ymca
    4 score
    4(20)

    200 W. Main St., Bay Shore, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive childcare and youth programs, including pre-school, after-care, and summer camps. The facility is consistently highlighted for friendly staff, clean well-maintained amenities, and a welcoming family-oriented atmosphere that serves all ages.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-maintained pool with warm watervariety of swimming class times
  2. 2
    Great South Bay Ymca
    4 score
    4(20)

    217 Fifth Ave, Bay Shore, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive programs serving all ages, including childcare, swimming lessons, and summer camps. The facility is noted for cleanliness, friendly staff, well-maintained equipment, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's commitment to serving low-income families and special populations through scholarships and specialized programs.

    Friendly and helpful staffrecently reno
  3. 3
    Great South Bay Ymca
    4 score
    4(20)

    45 Brook Ave, Bay Shore, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive programs serving all ages, including childcare, swimming lessons, summer camp, and after-school care. The facility is noted for friendly staff, clean facilities, flexible scheduling, and strong community involvement. Families report positive long-term experiences with children developing skills and viewing the YMCA as a second home.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-maintained poolvariety of program times and class options
  4. 4
    Great South Bay Ymca
    4 score
    4(20)

    1415 E Third Ave, Bay Shore, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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 renovatedwell-maintained pool with warm water
  5. 5
    Youth Enrichment Services, INC.
    3.93 score
    3.9(12)

    393 Brook Avenue, Bay Shore, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    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

Rating Distribution

Based on 6 daycares with Google ratings in Bay Shore

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
4
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 114 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Friendly and helpful staff
4
2Clean facilities
3

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Bay Shore zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
117068
3.82
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Bay Shore (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Bay Shore based on parent reviews

Great South Bay Ymca

4(20)

200 W. Main St., Bay Shore, NY

Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive childcare and youth programs, including pre-school, after-care, and summer camps. The facility is consistently highlighted for friendly staff, clean well-maintained amenities, and a welcoming family-oriented atmosphere that serves all ages.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-maintained pool with warm water

Great South Bay Ymca

4(20)

217 Fifth Ave, Bay Shore, NY

Parents consistently praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive programs serving all ages, including childcare, swimming lessons, and summer camps. The facility is noted for cleanliness, friendly staff, well-maintained equipment, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's commitment to serving low-income families and special populations through scholarships and specialized programs.

Friendly and helpful staffrecently reno

Great South Bay Ymca

4(20)

45 Brook Ave, Bay Shore, NY

Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive programs serving all ages, including childcare, swimming lessons, summer camp, and after-school care. The facility is noted for friendly staff, clean facilities, flexible scheduling, and strong community involvement. Families report positive long-term experiences with children developing skills and viewing the YMCA as a second home.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-maintained pool

Great South Bay Ymca

4(20)

1415 E Third Ave, Bay Shore, NY

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

Youth Enrichment Services, INC.

3.9(12)

393 Brook Avenue, Bay Shore, NY

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

Bay Shore Day Care Center Ltd.

3(2)

107 East Main Street, Bay Shore, NY

One parent highlights a cute environment, while another describes severe safety and professional concerns at a different location, Bayshore Headstart. The negative review details allegations of staff misconduct, an unclean facility, and inadequate support for a child with special needs.

Cute environment

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Bay Shore, New York

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Bay Shore, New York. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Bay Shore have an average rating of 3.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.82 stars. Our analysis covers 114 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Bay Shore, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Bay Shore

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Great South Bay Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive childcare and youth programs, including pre-school, after-care, and summer camps. The facility is consistently highlighted for friendly staff, clean well-maintained amenities, and a welcoming family-oriented atmosphere that serves all ages.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-maintained pool with warm water
Address
200 W. Main St., Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 665-4255
Great South Bay Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive programs serving all ages, including childcare, swimming lessons, and summer camps. The facility is noted for cleanliness, friendly staff, well-maintained equipment, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's commitment to serving low-income families and special populations through scholarships and specialized programs.

Friendly and helpful staffrecently reno
Address
217 Fifth Ave, Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 665-4255
Great South Bay Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive programs serving all ages, including childcare, swimming lessons, summer camp, and after-school care. The facility is noted for friendly staff, clean facilities, flexible scheduling, and strong community involvement. Families report positive long-term experiences with children developing skills and viewing the YMCA as a second home.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-maintained pool
Address
45 Brook Ave, Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 665-4255
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
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
Bay Shore Day Care Center Ltd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent highlights a cute environment, while another describes severe safety and professional concerns at a different location, Bayshore Headstart. The negative review details allegations of staff misconduct, an unclean facility, and inadequate support for a child with special needs.

Cute environment
Address
107 East Main Street, Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 647-4326
Adults And Children With Learning And Developmental Disabilities, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
67 Greenwood Road, Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 647-9577
Family Service League, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Family Service League, Inc. in Bay Shore offers various social services beyond traditional daycare, including case management, therapy, substance abuse programs, and pre-K education. Most reviewers praise dedicated staff and life-changing support, though some report issues with therapist continuity, communication failures, and staff responsiveness.

Compassionate and dedicated staffeffective therapy and case management servicessubstance abuse program highly valued
Address
1444 Fifth Ave., Bay Shore, NY
Phone
(631) 650-0093

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Bay Shore, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Bay Shore have an average Google rating of 3.82 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Bay Shore, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New York)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in New York typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Bay Shore for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Bay Shore must be licensed by New York's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.