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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Nyack, NY

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Nyack. Average rating: 4.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Nyack, New York at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4.75/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Nyack has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.75/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 10960 zip code, averaging 4.75 stars across 6 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Nyack

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
    Nyack'S Little Schoolhouse/Daycare, INC.
    4.62 score
    5(8)

    9 Lawrence Street, Nyack, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Nyack's Little House of Explorers for its warm, nurturing environment and child-centered approach to learning. The daycare emphasizes outdoor play, hands-on activities, and curriculum guided by children's interests, with staff described as caring, knowledgeable, and welcoming. Children reportedly thrive socially, emotionally, and academically in this community-focused setting.

    Warm and nurturing teacherschild-centered curriculumextensive outdoor timelearning through play
  2. 2
    Nyack Center Sacc
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    58 Depew Avenue, Nyack, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Nyack Center SACC is highly regarded as a community space with excellent staff and programming. Parents praise the caring, creative, and engaging counselors who treat children like family. The facility is spacious, well-maintained, and serves as a versatile venue for various community events and programs.

    Caring and responsible staffcreative activitiesengaging counselorsspacious facility

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Nyack

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.75avg rating
5 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Nyack zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
109606
4.75
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Nyack (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Nyack based on parent reviews

Nyack'S Little Schoolhouse/Daycare, INC.

5(8)

9 Lawrence Street, Nyack, NY

Parents consistently praise Nyack's Little House of Explorers for its warm, nurturing environment and child-centered approach to learning. The daycare emphasizes outdoor play, hands-on activities, and curriculum guided by children's interests, with staff described as caring, knowledgeable, and welcoming. Children reportedly thrive socially, emotionally, and academically in this community-focused setting.

Warm and nurturing teacherschild-centered curriculumextensive outdoor time

Nyack Center Sacc

4.5(20)

58 Depew Avenue, Nyack, NY

Nyack Center SACC is highly regarded as a community space with excellent staff and programming. Parents praise the caring, creative, and engaging counselors who treat children like family. The facility is spacious, well-maintained, and serves as a versatile venue for various community events and programs.

Caring and responsible staffcreative activitiesengaging counselors

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Daycare types in Nyack

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Nyack, New York

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Nyack, 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 Nyack have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.75 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Nyack, 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 Nyack

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Nyack'S Little Schoolhouse/Daycare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Nyack's Little House of Explorers for its warm, nurturing environment and child-centered approach to learning. The daycare emphasizes outdoor play, hands-on activities, and curriculum guided by children's interests, with staff described as caring, knowledgeable, and welcoming. Children reportedly thrive socially, emotionally, and academically in this community-focused setting.

Warm and nurturing teacherschild-centered curriculumextensive outdoor time
Address
9 Lawrence Street, Nyack, NY
Phone
(845) 358-5836
Nyack Center Sacc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Nyack Center SACC is highly regarded as a community space with excellent staff and programming. Parents praise the caring, creative, and engaging counselors who treat children like family. The facility is spacious, well-maintained, and serves as a versatile venue for various community events and programs.

Caring and responsible staffcreative activitiesengaging counselors
Address
58 Depew Avenue, Nyack, NY
Phone
(845) 358-2600
Montessori Center Of Nyack
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
85 Marion St, Nyack, NY
Phone
(845) 358-9209
Ymca @ Upper Nyack Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
336 N. Broadway, Nyack, NY
Phone
(845) 643-3078
Children Of America Nyack, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools

Children of America Nyack receives mixed reviews. Most parents (6 five-star reviews) praise the caring staff, educational programs, communication tools like Tadpoles, and developmental outcomes. However, several parents report serious concerns about staff negligence, unreported injuries, poor customer service, and high staff turnover.

Caring and welcoming teachersstrong educational curriculumTadpoles app for daily photos and communication
Address
265 North Highland Avenue, Nyack, NY
Phone
(845) 348-1433

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Nyack, 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 Nyack have an average Google rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Nyack, 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
Nyack 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 Nyack for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Nyack 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.