
Compare 96 child daycare & preschools in Jamaica. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Jamaica has 96 licensed child daycare & preschools with 553 parent reviews averaging 4.22/5.30 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 11435 (avg 4.69 stars), while 11434 has the largest selection (37 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
106-38 Guy R Brewer Boulevard, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise NEE CEE CARES DAY CARE for its small, attentive environment where children receive quality individual attention and show significant developmental progress. Teachers are described as loving, well-trained, and compassionate, with strong communication to parents throughout the day. Children reportedly enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
140-05 Rockaway Boulevard, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Robin's Nest receives consistently excellent feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents and visitors praise the caring staff, quality care for children, and the center's community mission. The facility is noted for its loving environment and dedicated leadership.
84-75 Daniels Street, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Kids Palace is an indoor play center in Jamaica, NY that offers hourly and unlimited play options at affordable rates ($15-$28). Parents consistently praise the cleanliness, friendly owner, and variety of activities suitable for young children, with many highlighting the quality party room facilities.
108-10 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise The Originals of Jamaica DCC for its exceptional staff, supportive director (Ms. Pearson), and positive developmental outcomes for children of varying needs. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, and creating an environment where children develop academically and socially. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making measurable progress.
109-37 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Bright Hope Nursery Educational Center for its exceptional staff, caring director Ms. Pearson, and strong educational outcomes. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and accommodating to children with special needs, with children showing significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and independence.
151-15 85 Drive, Jamaica, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Pickwick School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and high-quality education provided. Parents highlight the school's balanced approach to learning, safety, and child development, with strong leadership and excellent parent communication. Many parents express gratitude for their children's positive experiences and recommend the school to other families.
151-15 85 Drive, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Pickwick School Pre-School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and high-quality educational environment. Parents highlight the school's balance of learning, safety, and support for children's adjustment to school, with strong communication from leadership and teachers.
0 Goethels Avenue, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Kids Circle Day Care for exceptional staff, warm environment, and strong educational outcomes. Children show significant developmental progress across social, emotional, and academic areas. Multiple parents note their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and charter schools.
164-04 Goethals Avenue, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Kids Circle Daycare for exceptional staff, strong academic and developmental outcomes, and a nurturing, home-like environment. Children show significant progress in literacy, math, social skills, and emotional development, with many parents noting their children are eager to attend and well-prepared for kindergarten. Parents highlight excellent communication, personalized attention, and director Ms. Nora Ebrani's accessibility and dedication.
139-76 85 Drive, Jamaica, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Ira's Daycare & Preschool for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong development in academic, social, and emotional areas, with parents noting their kids are excited to attend daily. Director Ms. Linda and her team are highlighted for their dedication, communication, and commitment to individualized child care.
Based on 60 daycares with Google ratings in Jamaica
Top qualities mentioned across 553 reviews, analyzed by AI
Average ratings by facility type in Jamaica, based on parent reviews
Jamaica zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11435 | 14 | 4.69 | 7 | |
| 11436 | 6 | 4.33 | 3 | |
| 11432 | 28 | 4.2 | 6 | |
| 11434 | 37 | 4.16 | 12 | |
| 11433 | 16 | 3.6 | 2 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Jamaica (– children)
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Highest rated daycares in Jamaica based on parent reviews
106-38 Guy R Brewer Boulevard, Jamaica, NY
Parents consistently praise NEE CEE CARES DAY CARE for its small, attentive environment where children receive quality individual attention and show significant developmental progress. Teachers are described as loving, well-trained, and compassionate, with strong communication to parents throughout the day. Children reportedly enjoy attending and thrive academically and socially.
140-05 Rockaway Boulevard, Jamaica, NY
Robin's Nest receives consistently excellent feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents and visitors praise the caring staff, quality care for children, and the center's community mission. The facility is noted for its loving environment and dedicated leadership.
84-75 Daniels Street, Jamaica, NY
Kids Palace is an indoor play center in Jamaica, NY that offers hourly and unlimited play options at affordable rates ($15-$28). Parents consistently praise the cleanliness, friendly owner, and variety of activities suitable for young children, with many highlighting the quality party room facilities.
108-10 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY
Parents consistently praise The Originals of Jamaica DCC for its exceptional staff, supportive director (Ms. Pearson), and positive developmental outcomes for children of varying needs. The facility is noted for cleanliness, safety, and creating an environment where children develop academically and socially. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and making measurable progress.
109-37 Sutphin Boulevard, Jamaica, NY
Parents consistently praise Bright Hope Nursery Educational Center for its exceptional staff, caring director Ms. Pearson, and strong educational outcomes. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and accommodating to children with special needs, with children showing significant developmental progress in academics, social skills, and independence.
151-15 85 Drive, Jamaica, NY
Pickwick School Pre-School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and high-quality educational environment. Parents highlight the school's balance of learning, safety, and support for children's adjustment to school, with strong communication from leadership and teachers.
Jamaica, New York offers a robust selection of 96 childcare and preschool facilities, providing parents with diverse options for early education and care. Reviews highlight a strong emphasis on safe environments, clean facilities, and caring staff, with the 11435 zip code standing out for its consistently high performance. This directory helps you navigate these choices by focusing on verified parent experiences and local ratings.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Jamaica have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 60 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 553 parent reviews. Parents in Jamaica most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, clean facility, and caring and professional staff.
When choosing a daycare in Jamaica, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents overwhelmingly praise Parson's Preschool Annex for its caring, professional staff, small class sizes, and positive learning environment where children show significant progress. Most reviews highlight the teachers' attentiveness, thoughtfulness, and ability to challenge children while supporting their individual needs. One parent reported a serious safety incident involving a child injury and staff member.
Parents praise Queens Community House for exceptional staff support and community services. Reviews highlight helpful, professional, and compassionate staff members who go above and beyond to assist families. The organization offers diverse programs including afterschool care, English language classes, senior services, and youth programs.
Queens Community House is a highly-regarded community organization offering multiple services including daycare referral assistance, senior programs, English language classes, and youth activities. Parents consistently praise the staff for being helpful, professional, and compassionate. The organization is noted for providing affordable educational programs and support services to Queens residents.
Several former residents describe the center as beautiful and friendly, noting that it successfully supported their development and continues to help local families. However, one reviewer explicitly characterizes the facility as a foster agency and a 'not happy place.'
Parents highlight the friendly and professional staff, with one noting daily updates and constant engagement with children. Another parent describes the environment as a great place for learning, while a third recalls positive experiences from years prior.
Positive Beginnings receives mostly high praise from parents who report happy, well-cared-for children and professional, attentive staff. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about inadequate support for children with autism spectrum disorder and hygiene issues including lice and bedbugs.
Parents consistently praise Busy Bee Learning Center for its caring, attentive staff and nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially. All reviews highlight the professionalism, cleanliness, and family-like atmosphere that gives parents peace of mind. Multiple parents report significant developmental progress in their children, including speech and academic improvements.
Francis Grace Day Care has a strong reputation built over 20+ years, with most parents praising the warm, nurturing environment, professional staff, and academic foundation provided. However, one parent raised serious concerns about safety, bullying, inadequate incident reporting, and prioritization of finances over child welfare.
One parent describes the center as a proud, respectful, and professional environment with competent teachers who cater to minority populations. Another review highlights its convenient location, wheelchair accessibility, and long-standing presence in the Queens neighborhood.
Sandra's Sunflower Childcare receives consistently positive feedback from parents and guardians over many years of service. Parents praise the caring, professional staff, clean facility, educational programs, and flexible accommodation of scheduling needs. Children are reported to thrive socially and academically at this center.
While one parent describes 82nd Street Academics as a wonderful, caring environment with amazing teachers, others report serious issues including biased treatment of toddlers and unqualified staff. One review also contrasts this center favorably against a previous provider accused of dishonesty and negligence.
This appears to be a YMCA facility, not a daycare center. The reviews discuss gym memberships, fitness classes, swimming, shelter services, and athletic facilities rather than childcare. There is a significant mismatch between the facility type listed and the actual reviews provided.
Early Sunrise Preschool & Kindergarten II receives mixed reviews with significant concerns. While some parents praise caring teachers and their child's enthusiasm for attending, multiple parents report serious issues with staff professionalism, phone accessibility, and classroom behavior management.
Early Sunrise Preschool & Kindergarten has mixed reviews. Some parents praise the caring teachers and their children's enthusiasm for attending, while others report significant concerns about staff professionalism, phone accessibility, teacher behavior, and concerns about special education recommendations.
Reviews appear to be for a medical practice rather than a daycare facility. The facility receives mixed ratings with praise for staff professionalism and quality of care, but significant complaints about long wait times and appointment scheduling.
One parent reports a negative experience involving pest infestations, lack of air conditioning, and questionable safety practices regarding field trips and food. Conversely, a few reviews highlight the facility's cleanliness and praise the quality of the mobile application.
Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise dedicated teachers and child development outcomes. Negative reviews cite staff unprofessionalism during enrollment, alleged physical abuse by a teacher, and hygiene/health concerns.
Reviews are highly polarized, ranging from enthusiastic praise about athletic programs and dedicated teachers to a scathing critique about institutional failures and mismanagement. Most positive reviews focus on sports achievement and teacher quality, while the negative review raises concerns about resource allocation, school environment, and student outcomes.
One parent describes the staff as community-oriented and appreciates the long-term positive experience, while another criticizes the listing for being incorrectly linked to the Queens Child Guidance Center. A third review offers a brief, negative assessment without specific details.
The Coalition for Hispanic Family Services, a foster care agency in Jamaica, NY, has received mixed reviews. While a few reviewers praised the organization, the vast majority of reviews contain serious allegations about case planners and social workers, including poor communication, lack of support for family reunification, inadequate child care, financial mismanagement, and biased practices in family court proceedings.
One parent describes Treehouse Development Ctr. Corp. as prioritizing financial gain over child care, specifically citing rude and unprofessional behavior from a staff member named Miss Shay. The reviewer explicitly advises against enrollment, citing a lack of care for children and inappropriate staff conduct.
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