How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Oceanside, New York?

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Oceanside, New York, out of 7 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

How do I choose the right daycare in Oceanside?

When choosing a daycare in Oceanside, 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

What types of daycare are available in Oceanside?

Oceanside offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 6 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.

What is the average cost of daycare in New York?

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 Oceanside for current pricing.

Are daycares in Oceanside licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Oceanside 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Oceanside, New York (6 Results)

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oceanside

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
Bright Star Academy
4.64 score
4.8(20)
3050 Oceanside Road, Oceanside, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Bright Star Academy receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional academic preparation, caring staff, and strong social-emotional development. Parents consistently report that their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and enjoy attending school daily. The facility is described as well-run, safe, and nurturing with excellent communication between staff and families.
Academic curriculumteacher quality and caring staffchild preparation for kindergartensocial development
2
Nsl Childcare, LLC
4.64 score
4.8(20)
211 Merrick Road, Oceanside, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
NSL Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the nurturing environment, educational focus, and professional staff led by owner Nina. Parents highlight strong communication, engaging activities, flexible hours, and meals provided as key strengths that support both children's development and working families' needs.
Warm and professional staffclean and safe facilitystrong academic and social skill developmentengaging age-appropriate
3
Rascal House
4.55 score
5(6)
55 Fairview Avenue, Oceanside, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Rascal House is highly praised by parents for its caring and dedicated staff who create a nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental progress, including language acquisition and improved behavior, along with their peace of mind leaving their kids in the center's care.
caring and considerate staffchildren are happy and thrivinglanguage development and learning new wordschildren learn manners
4
Learn & Play Center, INC.
4.48 score
4.6(20)
52 Nassau Parkway, Oceanside, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Learn & Play Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, strong leadership under director Ms. Yvonne, and comprehensive before/after school care services. Parents highlight the center's 20+ year track record, accommodating approach to family schedules, and engaging activities including summer camp programs.
Patient and kind staffspecial needs supportresponsive managementflexible scheduling with early drop-off and late pick-up options
5
Barry And Florence Friedberg Jcc, INC.
3.92 score
3.9(17)
15 Neil Court, Oceanside, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC as an excellent community center with caring, supportive staff and a welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight quality early childhood programs, helpful social work services, and diverse family-friendly activities including fitness classes and camps.
caring and supportive staffhelpful social work resourcesquality early childhood programsafe environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Oceanside based on parent reviews

Bright Star Academy

4.8(20)

3050 Oceanside Road, Oceanside, NY

Bright Star Academy receives universal 5-star praise from parents who highlight exceptional academic preparation, caring staff, and strong social-emotional development. Parents consistently report that their children are well-prepared for kindergarten and enjoy attending school daily. The facility is described as well-run, safe, and nurturing with excellent communication between staff and families.

Academic curriculumteacher quality and caring staffchild preparation for kindergarten

Nsl Childcare, LLC

4.8(20)

211 Merrick Road, Oceanside, NY

NSL Childcare receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the nurturing environment, educational focus, and professional staff led by owner Nina. Parents highlight strong communication, engaging activities, flexible hours, and meals provided as key strengths that support both children's development and working families' needs.

Warm and professional staffclean and safe facilitystrong academic and social skill development

Rascal House

5(6)

55 Fairview Avenue, Oceanside, NY

Rascal House is highly praised by parents for its caring and dedicated staff who create a nurturing environment where children thrive. Parents consistently highlight their children's developmental progress, including language acquisition and improved behavior, along with their peace of mind leaving their kids in the center's care.

caring and considerate staffchildren are happy and thrivinglanguage development and learning new words

Learn & Play Center, INC.

4.6(20)

52 Nassau Parkway, Oceanside, NY

Learn & Play Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring staff, strong leadership under director Ms. Yvonne, and comprehensive before/after school care services. Parents highlight the center's 20+ year track record, accommodating approach to family schedules, and engaging activities including summer camp programs.

Patient and kind staffspecial needs supportresponsive management

Loving & Learning, INC.

3

2879 Lower Lincoln Ave., Oceanside, NY

Barry And Florence Friedberg Jcc, INC.

3.9(17)

15 Neil Court, Oceanside, NY

Parents praise the Barry and Florence Friedberg JCC as an excellent community center with caring, supportive staff and a welcoming atmosphere. Reviewers highlight quality early childhood programs, helpful social work services, and diverse family-friendly activities including fitness classes and camps.

caring and supportive staffhelpful social work resourcesquality early childhood program

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