Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Middle Village, NY
Compare 12 child daycare & preschools in Middle Village. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Middle Village, New York at a glance
- Programs
- 12
- Avg rating
- 4.22/5
- Parent reviews
- 105
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 5
Middle Village has 12 licensed child daycare & preschools with 105 parent reviews averaging 4.22/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 63% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 11379 with 12 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Middle Village
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.
- 1Nyl-Forest Hills West4.55 score5(6)
63-25 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise NYL-Forest Hills West for its caring and patient staff who create a family-like learning environment. The center is noted for providing individualized education and making children feel valued. Multiple reviewers highlight long-term satisfaction, with some having attended as children themselves.
Patient and responsible teacherscaring staffone-on-one educational supportfamily-like atmosphere - 2Ready To Learn4.48 score4.6(20)
67-52 79 Street, Middle Village, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Ready to Learn (also referred to as Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse) is highly rated by parents who consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children demonstrate strong academic progress and development, with parents reporting high engagement and enthusiasm about attending. The facility excels in communication with families through regular updates and an online app.
Warm and nurturing environmentdedicated and caring staffstrong academic learning outcomesfrequent communication with parents via app and updates - 3Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse, LLC.4.48 score4.6(20)
67-52 79th Street, Middle Village, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children show strong developmental progress in academics and social skills, and parents appreciate the frequent communication through the online app and photo updates. Parents report their children are enthusiastic about attending and experience significant peace of mind with the facility's care and transparency.
Warm and nurturing environmentDedicated and caring teachersFrequent parent communication via appPhoto and activity updates - 4Maspeth Town Hall After School At Ps49/Is494.32 score4.4(20)
79-15 Penelope Avenue, Middle Village, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Maspeth Town Hall After School at PS49/IS49 receives consistently positive feedback from parents and students. Reviewers praise the facility for its clean environment, friendly staff, diverse programming across all age groups, and affordable pricing. The center is valued as a community hub offering after-school, summer, and fitness classes with opportunities for both children and volunteers.
clean facilityfriendly and caring staffdiverse activity optionsreasonable prices - 5Greater Ridgewood Youth Council @ Ps/Is 87q3.59 score3.4(11)
67-54 80th Street, Middle Village, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise the staff, caring approach, and learning environment. Negative reviews cite unprofessional administration, unsafe conditions, lack of patience with young children, unequal treatment, and insufficient food.
Wonderful and great staffcaring about children's developmentgood learning environment - 6Books And Rattles3.04 score2.8(20)
63-08 69th Place, Middle Village, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Books and Rattles receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and developmental focus. However, a small number of parents report concerns about communication responsiveness, meal provision practices, and diversity.
Loving and nurturing staffprofessional development and training for teachersclean facilitydetailed daily reports
Rating Distribution
Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Middle Village
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 105 reviews, analyzed by AI
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Middle Village zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11379 | 12 | 4.22 | 5 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Middle Village (– children)
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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 Middle Village based on parent reviews
Nyl-Forest Hills West
63-25 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY
Parents consistently praise NYL-Forest Hills West for its caring and patient staff who create a family-like learning environment. The center is noted for providing individualized education and making children feel valued. Multiple reviewers highlight long-term satisfaction, with some having attended as children themselves.
Ready To Learn
67-52 79 Street, Middle Village, NY
Ready to Learn (also referred to as Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse) is highly rated by parents who consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children demonstrate strong academic progress and development, with parents reporting high engagement and enthusiasm about attending. The facility excels in communication with families through regular updates and an online app.
Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse, LLC.
67-52 79th Street, Middle Village, NY
Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children show strong developmental progress in academics and social skills, and parents appreciate the frequent communication through the online app and photo updates. Parents report their children are enthusiastic about attending and experience significant peace of mind with the facility's care and transparency.
Maspeth Town Hall After School At Ps49/Is49
79-15 Penelope Avenue, Middle Village, NY
Maspeth Town Hall After School at PS49/IS49 receives consistently positive feedback from parents and students. Reviewers praise the facility for its clean environment, friendly staff, diverse programming across all age groups, and affordable pricing. The center is valued as a community hub offering after-school, summer, and fitness classes with opportunities for both children and volunteers.
The Learning Tree
74-15 Juniper Blvd North, Middle Village, NY
Parents describe The Learning Tree as a clean, welcoming center where staff members treat children with care and professionalism. Former students have expressed strong enjoyment of the program, with some returning to visit even after graduating to kindergarten.
The Learning Tree
66-20 80th Street, Middle Village, NY
Parents highlight the professional and caring nature of the staff, noting that children feel a strong attachment to the center and enjoy returning. Reviewers specifically mention staff members like Mr. Abe, Brett, Jody, and Miss Priscilla as treating children with care, while also noting the facility is clean. One parent inquired about contacting the center via email.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Middle Village, New York
There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Middle Village, 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 Middle Village have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 63% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.22 stars. Our analysis covers 105 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Middle Village, 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 Middle Village
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Parents consistently praise NYL-Forest Hills West for its caring and patient staff who create a family-like learning environment. The center is noted for providing individualized education and making children feel valued. Multiple reviewers highlight long-term satisfaction, with some having attended as children themselves.
- Address
- 63-25 Dry Harbor Road, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Ready to Learn (also referred to as Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse) is highly rated by parents who consistently praise the warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children demonstrate strong academic progress and development, with parents reporting high engagement and enthusiasm about attending. The facility excels in communication with families through regular updates and an online app.
- Address
- 67-52 79 Street, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Happy Caterpillar Clubhouse receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, nurturing environment and dedicated staff. Children show strong developmental progress in academics and social skills, and parents appreciate the frequent communication through the online app and photo updates. Parents report their children are enthusiastic about attending and experience significant peace of mind with the facility's care and transparency.
- Address
- 67-52 79th Street, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- (718) 326-5437
Parents describe The Learning Tree as a clean, welcoming center where staff members treat children with care and professionalism. Former students have expressed strong enjoyment of the program, with some returning to visit even after graduating to kindergarten.
- Address
- 74-15 Juniper Blvd North, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
Parents highlight the professional and caring nature of the staff, noting that children feel a strong attachment to the center and enjoy returning. Reviewers specifically mention staff members like Mr. Abe, Brett, Jody, and Miss Priscilla as treating children with care, while also noting the facility is clean. One parent inquired about contacting the center via email.
- Address
- 66-20 80th Street, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- (718) 899-2020
Maspeth Town Hall After School at PS49/IS49 receives consistently positive feedback from parents and students. Reviewers praise the facility for its clean environment, friendly staff, diverse programming across all age groups, and affordable pricing. The center is valued as a community hub offering after-school, summer, and fitness classes with opportunities for both children and volunteers.
- Address
- 79-15 Penelope Avenue, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- (718) 326-2111
Reviews are highly polarized. Positive reviews praise the staff, caring approach, and learning environment. Negative reviews cite unprofessional administration, unsafe conditions, lack of patience with young children, unequal treatment, and insufficient food.
- Address
- 67-54 80th Street, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- (718) 456-5437
Books and Rattles receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from parents who praise the caring, well-trained staff and developmental focus. However, a small number of parents report concerns about communication responsiveness, meal provision practices, and diversity.
- Address
- 63-08 69th Place, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- (718) 381-7777
- Address
- 68-02 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Address
- 68-02 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
- Address
- 69-10 65th Drive, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- (718) 326-6210
- Address
- 68-02 Metropolitan Avenue, Middle Village, NY
- Phone
- (718) 456-5437
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Frequently asked questions
- 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