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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Medford, NY

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Medford. Average rating: 3.92/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Medford, New York at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
3.92/5
Parent reviews
58
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Medford has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 58 parent reviews averaging 3.92/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Medford

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.

  1. 1
    Habitots Child Care Medford
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    703 Patchogue Yaphank Road, Medford, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Habitots Child Care Medford receives universal praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and sense of community, with children showing visible learning and development. Multiple reviewers note feeling at ease leaving their children in the center's care and report high satisfaction with programs ranging from infant care through afterschool and summer programs.

    Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong curriculum with artscrafts
  2. 2
    Little People'S Child Care Center, INC.
    3.93 score
    3.9(15)

    208 Jamaica Ave, Medford, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little People's Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, caring environment and dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Gillian. Most reviews highlight child safety, happiness, and educational support. One parent raised concerns about the owner's professionalism and inconsistent receipt practices.

    Warm and caring environmentstaff goes above and beyondchild safety and happinessgood educational strategies and lessons

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Medford

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Medford, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.73avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

4.5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Medford zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
117636
3.92
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Medford (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Medford based on parent reviews

Habitots Child Care Medford

4.3(20)

703 Patchogue Yaphank Road, Medford, NY

Habitots Child Care Medford receives universal praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and sense of community, with children showing visible learning and development. Multiple reviewers note feeling at ease leaving their children in the center's care and report high satisfaction with programs ranging from infant care through afterschool and summer programs.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong curriculum with arts

Little People'S Child Care Center, INC.

3.9(15)

208 Jamaica Ave, Medford, NY

Little People's Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, caring environment and dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Gillian. Most reviews highlight child safety, happiness, and educational support. One parent raised concerns about the owner's professionalism and inconsistent receipt practices.

Warm and caring environmentstaff goes above and beyondchild safety and happiness

Kiddie Kampus, INC.

3(1)

3235 Route 112, Medford, NY

One parent raises a specific concern regarding the protocols for who is permitted to change a child's clothing during accidents.

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Daycare types in Medford

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Medford, New York

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Medford, New York, making up 83% of the 6 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 Medford have an average rating of 3.92 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 25% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 58 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Medford, 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 Medford

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Habitots Child Care Medford
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Habitots Child Care Medford receives universal praise from parents across all reviews. Parents consistently highlight the caring, attentive staff, strong curriculum, and sense of community, with children showing visible learning and development. Multiple reviewers note feeling at ease leaving their children in the center's care and report high satisfaction with programs ranging from infant care through afterschool and summer programs.

Caring and attentive staffwarm and welcoming environmentstrong curriculum with arts
Address
703 Patchogue Yaphank Road, Medford, NY
Phone
(631) 345-3200
Little People'S Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Little People's Child Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, caring environment and dedicated staff, particularly Ms. Gillian. Most reviews highlight child safety, happiness, and educational support. One parent raised concerns about the owner's professionalism and inconsistent receipt practices.

Warm and caring environmentstaff goes above and beyondchild safety and happiness
Address
208 Jamaica Ave, Medford, NY
Phone
(631) 289-7493
Kiddie Kampus, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3

One parent raises a specific concern regarding the protocols for who is permitted to change a child's clothing during accidents.

Address
3235 Route 112, Medford, NY
Phone
(631) 698-6673
Developmental Disabilities Institute-Medford Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1 Scouting Blvd, Medford, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience Medford as an excellent, caring facility where children are excited to attend. The center is noted for its engaged and loving staff, strong curriculum focused on hands-on learning, and warm family-like environment that prepares children for elementary school success.

Caring and attentive staffstrong leadership (Directors Alicia and Jennifer)hands-on interactive curriculum
Address
2920 Route 112, Medford, NY
Phone
(631) 696-0600

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Medford, New York, out of 6 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 Medford have an average Google rating of 3.92 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities. About 25% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Medford, 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
Medford offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Medford for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Medford 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.