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10 Child Daycare & Preschools in Mt Vernon, New York

Browse all 10 child daycare & preschools in Mt Vernon, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Mt Vernon

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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    141 South 9th Avenue, Mt. Vernon, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews describe Macedonia Community Empowerment Corporation as a spacious event venue rather than a daycare facility. Parents praise its large open space, reasonable pricing, and helpful staff for hosting various celebrations and events. Some note the facility is dated and bathrooms could be improved.

    spacious venuefree/street parking availablereasonable pricinghelpful staff
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    240 Franklin Ave., Mt. Vernon, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Westcop West Help Mt Vernon is a family shelter that receives consistently positive feedback for its cleanliness, professional and friendly staff, and comprehensive services including activities, homework help, and cooking facilities. Reviewers praise the center's support for families in need and note that experiences have been life-changing for residents.

    Clean facilityfriendly and professional staffhomework help for childrenon-site laundromat
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    565 Gramatan Ave, Mt. Vernon, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Caring Tree receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the nurturing environment, creative and developmentally appropriate activities, and caring staff. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show significant developmental progress. One parent reported dissatisfaction with a $220 late notice fee policy.

    Professional and warm staffpositive learning environmentcreative activitiesdevelopmentally appropriate curriculum

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Mt Vernon, New York

There are 10 child daycare & preschools in Mt Vernon, New York, making up 91% of the 11 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.

When choosing a daycare in Mt Vernon, 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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There are 10 child daycare & preschools daycares in Mt Vernon, New York, out of 11 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Mt Vernon, 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
Mt Vernon offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 10 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Mt Vernon for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Mt Vernon 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.