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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Port Jefferson Station, NY

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Port Jefferson Station. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Port Jefferson Station, New York at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Port Jefferson Station has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 40 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Port Jefferson Station

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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    Mill Pond Nursery & Childcare, INC.
    4.64 score
    4.8(20)

    385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Mill Pond Nursery receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who describe it as a caring, family-like community. Parents praise the staff's nurturing approach, developmental progress of their children, and strong communication through daily photos and updates. Multiple families report that their children have thrived socially, emotionally, and academically after attending.

    Caring and nurturing staffstrong sense of community and family atmosphereexcellent communication with parents via app with photos and updateschildren show measurable developmental progress

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Port Jefferson Station

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
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3.0 - 3.9
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Below 3
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Port Jefferson Station (– 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 Station based on parent reviews

Mill Pond Nursery & Childcare, INC.

4.8(20)

385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station, NY

Mill Pond Nursery receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who describe it as a caring, family-like community. Parents praise the staff's nurturing approach, developmental progress of their children, and strong communication through daily photos and updates. Multiple families report that their children have thrived socially, emotionally, and academically after attending.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong sense of community and family atmosphereexcellent communication with parents via app with photos and updates

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Port Jefferson Station, New York

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Port Jefferson Station, 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 Station have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 1 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 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Port Jefferson Station, 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 Station

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Mill Pond Nursery & Childcare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Mill Pond Nursery receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who describe it as a caring, family-like community. Parents praise the staff's nurturing approach, developmental progress of their children, and strong communication through daily photos and updates. Multiple families report that their children have thrived socially, emotionally, and academically after attending.

Caring and nurturing staffstrong sense of community and family atmosphereexcellent communication with parents via app with photos and updates
Address
385 Old Town Road, Port Jefferson Station, NY
Phone
(631) 473-6000
Children Of America
Child Daycare & Preschools

Children of America Port Jefferson Station receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and dedicated staff, safe and clean environment, and strong communication with families. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in activities, and well-cared for by teachers who are described as loving and professional.

Caring and dedicated teacherssafe and clean environmentdaily communication with parents
Address
1661 Route 112, Port Jefferson Station, NY
Phone
(631) 331-3333

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Port Jefferson Station, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Port Jefferson Station have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Port Jefferson Station, 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 Station for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Port Jefferson Station 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.