How do I choose the right daycare in Plainview?

When choosing a daycare in Plainview, 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

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Plainview, NY — Compare 8+

Q: What types of daycare are available in Plainview?

Plainview offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: 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 Plainview for current pricing.

Plainview, New York at a glance

Programs

Avg rating

4.63/5

Parent reviews

Top rated (4.5+)

Plainview has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 60 parent reviews averaging 4.63/5.5 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 83% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 11803 zip code, averaging 4.63 stars across 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Plainview

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.

Good Shepherd Lutheran School

4.62 score

5(8)

99 Central Park Road, Plainview, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Good Shepherd Lutheran School receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all reviewers. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, well-balanced academic and faith-based curriculum, and nurturing environment that helps children thrive. The school is described as professional, well-run, and superior to other local preschools.

Warm and caring staffexcellent teacherseducational and fun curriculumfaith-based programs

Teacher'S Pet Ccc II

4.56 score

4.7(20)

270 Washington Av., Plainview, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The reviews provided are for St. Pius X Catholic Church, not for Teacher's Pet CCC II daycare. The reviews praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, Father Valentine's engaging sermons and pastoral care, and the sense of community. No actual daycare reviews are available for this location.

Welcoming and inviting environmentcaring and memorable pastoral leadershipengaging sermonsbeautiful facility

Plainview Cooperative Nursery School

4.43 score

4.7(8)

84 Southern Parkway, Plainview, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Plainview Cooperative Nursery School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising structured academics, experienced teachers, and strong kindergarten preparation. One parent reported a negative experience involving their child's expulsion and alleged inflexibility with special needs, though this contrasts sharply with other parents' comments about the school's accommodations for special needs students.

Structuredwell-prepared classesexperience

Mid Island Y Jewish Community Center

3.92 score

3.9(20)

45 Manetto Hill Rd, Plainview, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents praise the Mid Island Y Jewish Community Center for its welcoming, inclusive environment and clean facilities. Staff are consistently described as friendly, professional, and attentive. The center is noted for offering diverse programs including fitness, special needs services, preschool, and community initiatives at reasonable costs.

Warm and welcoming staffclean facilitiesdiverse programs and activitiesaffordable membership fees

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
11803	10	4.63	5

Zip Code

Daycares

Avg. Rating

Top Rated

11803

4.63

Child Daycare & Preschools in Plainview, New York

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Plainview, New York, making up 80% of the 10 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 Plainview have an average rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities, with 83% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 60 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Plainview, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Plainview, New York, out of 10 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 Plainview have an average Google rating of 4.63 out of 5 across 6 rated facilities. About 83% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

When choosing a daycare in Plainview, 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

Plainview offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Plainview for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Plainview 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Plainview, NY

Plainview, New York at a glance

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Plainview

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Teacher'S Pet Ccc II

Shalom Day Care Center

Debbie'S Creative Childcare

Mid Island Y Jewish Community Center

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