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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Port Jefferson, NY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Port Jefferson. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Port Jefferson, New York at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
15
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Port Jefferson offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Port Jefferson

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
    Harbor View Daycare, LLC
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    605 Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Harbor View Daycare receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, homey environment and caring staff led by owner Lora. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing social skills while feeling loved and supported. The facility offers reasonable pricing, convenient location, and flexible scheduling.

    Caring and attentive staffhomey and welcoming atmospherechildren excited to attendstrong academic focus with creative learning activities
  2. 2
    Noah'S Ark Day Care Center Of Port Jefferson, INC.
    4.4 score
    4.6(10)

    107 South Street, Port Jefferson, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Noah's Ark Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the dedicated, long-tenured staff, safe learning environment, and individualized attention to children's development. Most reviewers highlight strong teacher-child relationships, responsive communication, and smooth transitions to kindergarten. However, one parent reported a substantiated bullying incident and mistreatment of their child.

    Low staff turnovercaring and dedicat

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Port Jefferson

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Port Jefferson (– children)

Small

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 Port Jefferson based on parent reviews

Harbor View Daycare, LLC

5(5)

605 Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY

Harbor View Daycare receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, homey environment and caring staff led by owner Lora. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing social skills while feeling loved and supported. The facility offers reasonable pricing, convenient location, and flexible scheduling.

Caring and attentive staffhomey and welcoming atmospherechildren excited to attend

Noah'S Ark Day Care Center Of Port Jefferson, INC.

4.6(10)

107 South Street, Port Jefferson, NY

Noah's Ark Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the dedicated, long-tenured staff, safe learning environment, and individualized attention to children's development. Most reviewers highlight strong teacher-child relationships, responsive communication, and smooth transitions to kindergarten. However, one parent reported a substantiated bullying incident and mistreatment of their child.

Low staff turnovercaring and dedicat

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Port Jefferson, New York

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 15 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Port Jefferson, 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 Port Jefferson

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Harbor View Daycare, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Harbor View Daycare receives universally positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, homey environment and caring staff led by owner Lora. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing social skills while feeling loved and supported. The facility offers reasonable pricing, convenient location, and flexible scheduling.

Caring and attentive staffhomey and welcoming atmospherechildren excited to attend
Address
605 Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY
Phone
(631) 928-7532
Noah'S Ark Day Care Center Of Port Jefferson, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Noah's Ark Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the dedicated, long-tenured staff, safe learning environment, and individualized attention to children's development. Most reviewers highlight strong teacher-child relationships, responsive communication, and smooth transitions to kindergarten. However, one parent reported a substantiated bullying incident and mistreatment of their child.

Low staff turnovercaring and dedicat
Address
107 South Street, Port Jefferson, NY
Phone
(631) 473-2625
Early Discoveries Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
400 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson, NY
Phone
(631) 476-9698

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Port Jefferson, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Port Jefferson have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Port Jefferson, 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
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 Port Jefferson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Port Jefferson 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.