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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chester, NY

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Chester. Average rating: 4.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Chester, New York at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.4/5
Parent reviews
10
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Chester offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chester

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.

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    Little Scholars
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    67 Brookside Avenue, Chester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little Scholars receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational programs, clean facilities, affordability, and engaging activities. However, two negative reviews cite serious safety concerns from past experiences, including an incident involving inadequate supervision during a field trip.

    Amazing and caring teachers and staffstrong educational programclean and safe facilities with security camerasaffordable pricing

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Chester

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
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Below 3
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chester (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Chester based on parent reviews

Little Scholars

4.4(10)

67 Brookside Avenue, Chester, NY

Little Scholars receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational programs, clean facilities, affordability, and engaging activities. However, two negative reviews cite serious safety concerns from past experiences, including an incident involving inadequate supervision during a field trip.

Amazing and caring teachers and staffstrong educational programclean and safe facilities with security cameras

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Chester, New York

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Chester, 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 Chester have an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.4 stars. Our analysis covers 10 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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 Chester

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Little Scholars
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Little Scholars receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational programs, clean facilities, affordability, and engaging activities. However, two negative reviews cite serious safety concerns from past experiences, including an incident involving inadequate supervision during a field trip.

Amazing and caring teachers and staffstrong educational programclean and safe facilities with security cameras
Address
67 Brookside Avenue, Chester, NY
Phone
(845) 469-4403
Young Men'S Christian Association Of Middletown, N.Y.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2 Herbert Drive, Chester, NY
Phone
(845) 469-2178

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Chester, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Chester have an average Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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 Chester for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Chester 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.