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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in East Setauket, NY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in East Setauket. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Setauket, New York at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
26
Top rated (4.5+)
1

East Setauket has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 26 parent reviews averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in East Setauket

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in East Setauket, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Setauket (– 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 East Setauket based on parent reviews

Messiah Preschool And Day Care

5

465 Pond Path, East Setauket, NY

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Daycare types in East Setauket

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in East Setauket, New York

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in East Setauket, New York, making up 75% of the 4 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 East Setauket have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in East Setauket, 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 Setauket

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Messiah Preschool And Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
465 Pond Path, East Setauket, NY
Phone
(631) 751-1775
Kiddie Academy Of East Setauket
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Academy of East Setauket for its nurturing, family-like environment and highly attentive staff. Reviews highlight the center's cleanliness, educational quality, and strong communication with families. Children show accelerated development and genuine happiness attending the center.

Caring and patient staffclean facilitiesexcellent communication
Address
10 Research Way, East Setauket, NY
Phone
(631) 941-2100
Alternatives For Children
Child Daycare & Preschools

Alternatives for Children receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising significant developmental improvements in their children, particularly those with behavioral or developmental challenges. The facility is noted for its clean environment, security, technology, and caring staff. One review raises a serious allegation of child neglect without additional details.

child development and behavioral improvementloving and caring staffprofessional teachers and support
Address
14 Research Way, East Setauket, NY
Phone
(631) 331-6400

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Setauket, New York, out of 4 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 East Setauket have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Setauket, 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 Setauket offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Setauket for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Setauket 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.