How do I choose the right daycare in Queens?

When choosing a daycare in Queens, 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

32 Child Daycare & Preschools in Queens, New York

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 Queens for current pricing.

Browse all 32 child daycare & preschools in Queens, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Queens

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
Maspeth Town Hall @ I.S. 73
4.32 score
4.4(20)
70-02 54th Avenue, Queens, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise Maspeth Town Hall @ I.S. 73 as a clean, welcoming community center with diverse programs for children of all ages at reasonable prices. Staff is consistently described as friendly and caring, with both afterschool and summer programs that allow children to explore and participate in various sports and activities.
Clean facilityfriendly and caring staffvariety of programs for different age groupsreasonable prices
2
Jacob A. Riis Settlement House @ Ps 111q
4.24 score
4.3(20)
37-15 13th Street, Queens, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Jacob A. Riis Settlement House @ PS 111Q is highly regarded as a vital community resource offering comprehensive programs for children and families. Parents praise the facility for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and welcoming environment. The center provides diverse services including childcare, immigrant support programs, ESL classes, and legal assistance.
Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and welcoming staffquality childcare programscommunity-focused services
3
Greater Ridgewood Youth Council @ Ps 68
3.59 score
3.4(11)
59-09 Saint Felix Avenue, Queens, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews are highly polarized with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff and learning environment, while negative reviewers cite unprofessional administration, safety concerns, lack of patience with young children, and unequal treatment.
Caring staffwonderful teacherssupportive environmentgood learning opportunities
4
Coalition For Hispanic Family Services @ Q877
2.02 score
1.5(19)
76-05 51st Avenue, Queens, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews are highly polarized. A few positive reviews praise friendly staff and cleanliness, but the majority of reviews are negative, with serious complaints about foster care case management, lack of support for family reunification, poor communication, alleged document falsification, and overall agency dysfunction.
Friendly staffclean facilitieshelpful services

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Queens based on parent reviews

Maspeth Town Hall @ I.S. 73

4.4(20)

70-02 54th Avenue, Queens, NY

Parents praise Maspeth Town Hall @ I.S. 73 as a clean, welcoming community center with diverse programs for children of all ages at reasonable prices. Staff is consistently described as friendly and caring, with both afterschool and summer programs that allow children to explore and participate in various sports and activities.

Clean facilityfriendly and caring staffvariety of programs for different age groups

Global Kids INC. @ Sonyc-Q300

4.6(4)

31-51 21st Street, Queens, NY

Jacob A. Riis Settlement House @ Ps 111q

4.3(20)

37-15 13th Street, Queens, NY

Jacob A. Riis Settlement House @ PS 111Q is highly regarded as a vital community resource offering comprehensive programs for children and families. Parents praise the facility for its cleanliness, friendly staff, and welcoming environment. The center provides diverse services including childcare, immigrant support programs, ESL classes, and legal assistance.

Clean and well-maintained facilityfriendly and welcoming staffquality childcare programs

Greater Ridgewood Youth Council @ Ps 68

3.4(11)

59-09 Saint Felix Avenue, Queens, NY

Reviews are highly polarized with strong opinions on both sides. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff and learning environment, while negative reviewers cite unprofessional administration, safety concerns, lack of patience with young children, and unequal treatment.

Caring staffwonderful teacherssupportive environment

Samuel Field Ym+Ywha

2.4(3)

0 Little Neck Parkway, Queens, NY

Coalition For Hispanic Family Services @ Q877

1.5(19)

76-05 51st Avenue, Queens, NY

Reviews are highly polarized. A few positive reviews praise friendly staff and cleanliness, but the majority of reviews are negative, with serious complaints about foster care case management, lack of support for family reunification, poor communication, alleged document falsification, and overall agency dysfunction.

Friendly staffclean facilitieshelpful services

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Queens, New York

There are 32 child daycare & preschools in Queens, New York. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

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

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Td Learning INC. At P.S. 22

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 153-33 Sanford Avenue, Queens, NY
Phone: (917) 660-2808

Bpa Of Ny INC. @Ps 201q

Child Daycare & Preschools

Address: 65-11 155th Street, Queens, NY
Phone: (718) 961-2200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 32 child daycare & preschools daycares in Queens, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Queens, 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 Queens for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Queens 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.