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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Croton On Hudson, NY

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Croton On Hudson. Average rating: 4.72/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Croton On Hudson, New York at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.72/5
Parent reviews
44
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Croton On Hudson has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 44 parent reviews averaging 4.72/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 10520 zip code, averaging 4.72 stars across 5 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Croton On Hudson

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
    Holy Name Of Mary Montessori School
    4.56 score
    4.7(20)

    110 Grand Street, Croton On Hudson, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: The reviews provided are for the church facility, not the Montessori school program. Reviewers praise the beautiful historic building, active parish community, and welcoming atmosphere for families and worship services.

    Beautiful architecturewell-maintained facilityactive parish with many familiesmultiple weekend service times
  2. 2
    Happy Hearts On The Hudson INC.
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    10 Old Post Rd South, Croton On Hudson, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Happy Hearts on the Hudson receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all recent reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Many families report long-term satisfaction and deep connections with teachers that extend beyond their time at the center.

    Caring and attentive staffcreative activities and arts and craftsstrong academic foundation (literacyletter recognition

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Croton On Hudson

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Croton On Hudson, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.73avg rating
4 daycares · 3 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.7avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Croton On Hudson zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
105205
4.72
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Croton On Hudson (– 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 Croton On Hudson based on parent reviews

Happy Hearts Take Two

5(3)

365 South Riverside Avenue, Croton On Hudson, NY

Parents highlight the warm, attentive staff, including Desiree, Tara, and Ms. Sam, who provide enriching activities like music, arts, and outdoor time. One family notes their child's positive experience since four months old, while another appreciates the convenient location and observed social skills development.

attentive and warm staffenriching activities (musicarts

Childrenspace

5(1)

119 Maple St, Croton-On-Hudson, NY

One parent describes the experience at Children's Space as an excellent daycare. The single review provided offers a positive endorsement without detailing specific operational aspects.

Excellent daycare

Happy Hearts On The Hudson INC.

4.2(20)

10 Old Post Rd South, Croton On Hudson, NY

Happy Hearts on the Hudson receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all recent reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Many families report long-term satisfaction and deep connections with teachers that extend beyond their time at the center.

Caring and attentive staffcreative activities and arts and craftsstrong academic foundation (literacy

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Daycare types in Croton On Hudson

Child Daycare & Preschools 4Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Croton On Hudson, New York

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Croton On Hudson, New York, making up 80% of the 5 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Croton On Hudson have an average rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 75% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.73 stars. Our analysis covers 44 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Croton On Hudson, 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 Croton On Hudson

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Childrenspace
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the experience at Children's Space as an excellent daycare. The single review provided offers a positive endorsement without detailing specific operational aspects.

Excellent daycare
Address
119 Maple St, Croton-On-Hudson, NY
Phone
(914) 271-5056
Happy Hearts Take Two
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the warm, attentive staff, including Desiree, Tara, and Ms. Sam, who provide enriching activities like music, arts, and outdoor time. One family notes their child's positive experience since four months old, while another appreciates the convenient location and observed social skills development.

attentive and warm staffenriching activities (musicarts
Address
365 South Riverside Avenue, Croton On Hudson, NY
Phone
(914) 271-1009
Happy Hearts On The Hudson INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Happy Hearts on the Hudson receives consistently excellent reviews from parents, with all recent reviews rated 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, strong educational programs, and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Many families report long-term satisfaction and deep connections with teachers that extend beyond their time at the center.

Caring and attentive staffcreative activities and arts and craftsstrong academic foundation (literacy
Address
10 Old Post Rd South, Croton On Hudson, NY
Phone
(914) 271-0021
Childrenspace, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
10 Gerstein Drive, Croton-On-Hudson, NY
Phone
(914) 271-3484

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Croton On Hudson, New York, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Croton On Hudson have an average Google rating of 4.72 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 75% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Croton On Hudson, 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
Croton On Hudson offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 Croton On Hudson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Croton On Hudson 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.