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6 Child Daycare & Preschools in East Meadow, New York

Browse all 6 child daycare & preschools in East Meadow, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Meadow

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 Gardens Child Care INC
    4.67 score
    5(10)

    470 East Meadow Avenue, East Meadow, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little Gardens Child Care Inc. in East Meadow receives universal 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a loving, family-oriented environment with an engaging educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm, responsive staff led by Ms. Johanna, excellent teacher quality, and strong communication including daily photos and videos. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while genuinely enjoying attending.

    Caring and loving staffresponsive communicationdaily photos/videos via appstrong educational curriculum
  2. 2
    Ilene Rubin Nursery School
    4.55 score
    5(6)

    1430 Prospect Ave., East Meadow, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Children's Learning Center (CLC) as an excellent Jewish preschool with caring, attentive teachers and strong educational outcomes. Families highlight the warm environment, good student-to-teacher ratios, and successful kindergarten preparation. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children, indicating high satisfaction and trust.

    Caring and attentive teachersstrong student-to-teacher ratioJewish values integrationhands-on learning experiences

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in East Meadow based on parent reviews

Little Gardens Child Care INC

5(10)

470 East Meadow Avenue, East Meadow, NY

Little Gardens Child Care Inc. in East Meadow receives universal 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a loving, family-oriented environment with an engaging educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm, responsive staff led by Ms. Johanna, excellent teacher quality, and strong communication including daily photos and videos. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while genuinely enjoying attending.

Caring and loving staffresponsive communicationdaily photos/videos via app

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Child Daycare & Preschools in East Meadow, New York

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in East Meadow, New York, making up 86% of the 7 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 East Meadow, 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 East Meadow

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Little Gardens Child Care INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
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Little Gardens Child Care Inc. in East Meadow receives universal 5-star praise from parents who describe it as a loving, family-oriented environment with an engaging educational curriculum. Parents consistently highlight the warm, responsive staff led by Ms. Johanna, excellent teacher quality, and strong communication including daily photos and videos. Children reportedly thrive academically and socially while genuinely enjoying attending.

Caring and loving staffresponsive communicationdaily photos/videos via app
Address
470 East Meadow Avenue, East Meadow, NY
Phone
(516) 280-9696
Scope Child Care @ East Meadow (Barnum Woods)
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 May Lane, East Meadow, NY
Phone
(516) 481-2596
Scope @ George H. Mcvey
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2201 Devon Street, East Meadow, NY
Phone
(631) 235-4731
Scope - East Meadow Child Care @ Parkway
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
465 Bellmore Rd, East Meadow, NY
Phone
(631) 235-4733
Scope @ Meadowbrook
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
241 Old Westbury Rd., East Meadow, NY
Phone
(631) 235-4732
Step Sports, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 Merrick Ave, East Meadow, NY
Phone
(516) 394-8344

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Meadow, New York, out of 7 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 East Meadow, 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
East Meadow offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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 East Meadow for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Meadow 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.