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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrence, NY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Lawrence. Average rating: 4.45/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lawrence, New York at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.45/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Lawrence has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.45/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lawrence

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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    Five Towns Community Center, INC.
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    270 Lawrence Ave, Lawrence, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise Five Towns Community Center as an excellent, welcoming facility offering diverse programs and activities for all ages. The center is noted for its clean environment, supportive staff, and additional community services including food assistance. Reviews highlight its role as a safe, inclusive space for families and individuals in need.

    Excellent staff and teachersdiverse youth and sports programsclean and friendly environmentfood pantry and community assistance services

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Lawrence

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lawrence (– 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 Lawrence based on parent reviews

Five Towns Community Center, INC.

4.4(20)

270 Lawrence Ave, Lawrence, NY

Parents praise Five Towns Community Center as an excellent, welcoming facility offering diverse programs and activities for all ages. The center is noted for its clean environment, supportive staff, and additional community services including food assistance. Reviews highlight its role as a safe, inclusive space for families and individuals in need.

Excellent staff and teachersdiverse youth and sports programsclean and friendly environment

Jcc Of The Greater Five Towns

4.5(1)

140 Central Avenue, Lawrence, NY

One parent describes the JCC of the Greater Five Towns as a professional and loving early childhood program where teachers are warm and attentive. The reviewer highlights the clean, organized environment and notes that their granddaughter returns home happy and excited about learning.

professional programwarm and loving teachersattentive staff

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lawrence, New York

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.45 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence

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Jcc Of The Greater Five Towns
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

One parent describes the JCC of the Greater Five Towns as a professional and loving early childhood program where teachers are warm and attentive. The reviewer highlights the clean, organized environment and notes that their granddaughter returns home happy and excited about learning.

professional programwarm and loving teachersattentive staff
Address
140 Central Avenue, Lawrence, NY
Phone
(516) 239-1354
Five Towns Community Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Parents praise Five Towns Community Center as an excellent, welcoming facility offering diverse programs and activities for all ages. The center is noted for its clean environment, supportive staff, and additional community services including food assistance. Reviews highlight its role as a safe, inclusive space for families and individuals in need.

Excellent staff and teachersdiverse youth and sports programsclean and friendly environment
Address
270 Lawrence Ave, Lawrence, NY
Phone
(516) 239-6244
Hebrew Academy Of The Five Towns And Rockaways
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
389 Central Ave, Lawrence, NY
Phone
(516) 569-3659

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lawrence, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lawrence have an average Google rating of 4.45 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lawrence 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.