How do I choose the right daycare in Dix Hills?

When choosing a daycare in Dix Hills, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dix Hills, New York (8 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Dix Hills?

Dix Hills offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Church 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.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New York?

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 Dix Hills for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dix Hills

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.

The Chai Center

4.56 score

4.7(20)

501 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The Chai Center is highly rated by parents as a warm, welcoming, and spiritually-focused Jewish community center. Parents praise the nurturing atmosphere, humble staff, and inclusive approach that makes families feel valued without excessive costs. The facility offers daycare, Hebrew school, and synagogue services for families of all backgrounds.

Warm and welcoming atmospherenurturing staffhumble and caring rabbis (especially Rabbi Saks)inclusive community without cliques

Park Shore Country Day Camp Of Dix Hills INC

4.4 score

4.5(20)

450 Deer Park Rd, Dix Hills, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Park Shore Country Day Camp receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and diverse range of engaging activities. Parents highlight that their children form lasting friendships and create meaningful memories while enjoying a well-maintained facility with excellent amenities. The camp operates year-round with programs for ages 2-10 and has maintained a strong reputation for over 65 years.

Caring and dedicated staffdiverse activities (rock climbingwater slidebungee

Dix Hills Jewish Center INC.

3.85 score

3.7(5)

555 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The Early Childcare Academy at Dix Hills Jewish Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most reviewers praising the hands-on director, warm and caring staff, clean facilities, age-appropriate curriculum, and welcoming environment. Parents particularly highlight the quality of teachers and the facility's amenities including new furniture, toys, and an indoor gym/sensory room. One unrelated negative review about a mahjong marathon event does not reflect on the daycare program itself.

hands-on directorwarm and caring staffclean and safe facilitynew furniture and toys

Child Daycare & Preschools in Dix Hills, New York

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Dix Hills, New York, making up 89% of the 9 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.

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

Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Dix Hills, New York, out of 9 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Dix Hills, 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

Dix Hills offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Church 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 Dix Hills for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Dix Hills 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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Dix Hills, New York

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Dix Hills

Top Rated

The Chai Center

Park Shore Country Day Camp Of Dix Hills INC

Dix Hills Jewish Center INC.

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Daycare types in Dix Hills