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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Islip Terrace, NY

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Islip Terrace. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Islip Terrace, New York at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
29
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Islip Terrace has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 29 parent reviews averaging 4/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Islip Terrace

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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    South Shore Children'S Center INC.
    4 score
    4(9)

    1 Craig B. Gariepy Ave., Islip Terrace, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    South Shore Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise attentive staff, flexible scheduling, strong academic preparation, and caring teachers, with children showing advanced learning and social development. However, a small number of parents report the facility quickly dismissed children with behavioral or communication challenges after only 1-2 days, citing dishonesty about capabilities.

    Attentive and caring staffflexible early drop-o

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Islip Terrace

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

Capacity distribution of daycares in Islip Terrace (– 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 Islip Terrace based on parent reviews

South Shore Children'S Center INC.

4(9)

1 Craig B. Gariepy Ave., Islip Terrace, NY

South Shore Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise attentive staff, flexible scheduling, strong academic preparation, and caring teachers, with children showing advanced learning and social development. However, a small number of parents report the facility quickly dismissed children with behavioral or communication challenges after only 1-2 days, citing dishonesty about capabilities.

Attentive and caring staffflexible early drop-o

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Islip Terrace, New York

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Islip Terrace, 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 Islip Terrace have an average rating of 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 stars. Our analysis covers 29 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Islip Terrace, 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 Islip Terrace

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South Shore Children'S Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

South Shore Children's Center receives highly polarized reviews. Most parents praise attentive staff, flexible scheduling, strong academic preparation, and caring teachers, with children showing advanced learning and social development. However, a small number of parents report the facility quickly dismissed children with behavioral or communication challenges after only 1-2 days, citing dishonesty about capabilities.

Attentive and caring staffflexible early drop-o
Address
1 Craig B. Gariepy Ave., Islip Terrace, NY
Phone
(631) 581-1234
Kiddie Academy Day Care Of Islip
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise Kiddie Academy of Islip as an excellent daycare with caring, attentive staff and strong communication. Multiple parents highlight the director Jamie, individual teachers like Karina, Shanna, and Ms. Rose, and note their children's academic progress and social development. All reviews are 5-star ratings with no complaints mentioned.

caring and attentive staffresponsive communication with parentsdirector Jamie is approachable and organized
Address
60 Carleton Avenue, Islip Terrace, NY
Phone
(631) 859-1234

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Islip Terrace, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Islip Terrace have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Islip Terrace, 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 Islip Terrace for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Islip Terrace 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.