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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Shirley, NY

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Shirley. Average rating: 3.77/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Shirley, New York at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
3.77/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Shirley offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.77/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Shirley

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
    Bay Area Head Start
    4 score
    4(11)

    161 Margin Drive, Shirley, NY · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Bay Area Head Start receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the warm and nurturing staff, particularly leadership and key teachers who provide exceptional support to children with emotional or developmental needs. One parent reported serious concerns about the handling of violent incidents in the UPK program and classroom safety protocols. Most reviews highlight the caring environment, patient teachers, and quality educational activities.

    Kind and professional staffstrong leadershippatient teachersindividualized emotional support
  2. 2
    Colonial Youth And Family Services INC.
    3.73 score
    3.5(6)

    111 Lexington Rd, Shirley, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Colonial Youth and Family Services has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praised the facility for cleanliness, caring staff, safety, communication, and their children's happiness. However, three parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to injury and racial slurs, unprofessional staff conduct, and billing issues.

    Clean facilityattentive and caring staffdaily photo updates via appchildren enjoy attending

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Shirley

4.5 - 5.0
0
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Shirley, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.65avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

4avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Shirley (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Shirley based on parent reviews

Just Kids William Floyd

3.8(2)

111 Lexington Road, Shirley, NY

Parents report that children enjoyed their time at the center, highlighting the friendly and attentive staff. Reviewers note that the environment is kid and family-friendly, with staff who are helpful and engaging during playtime.

friendly staffhelpful staffattentive staff

Colonial Youth And Family Services INC.

3.5(6)

111 Lexington Rd, Shirley, NY

Colonial Youth and Family Services has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praised the facility for cleanliness, caring staff, safety, communication, and their children's happiness. However, three parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to injury and racial slurs, unprofessional staff conduct, and billing issues.

Clean facilityattentive and caring staffdaily photo updates via app

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Daycare types in Shirley

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Shirley, New York

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Shirley, New York, making up 67% of the 3 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 Shirley have an average rating of 3.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Shirley, 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 Shirley

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Just Kids William Floyd
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.8

Parents report that children enjoyed their time at the center, highlighting the friendly and attentive staff. Reviewers note that the environment is kid and family-friendly, with staff who are helpful and engaging during playtime.

friendly staffhelpful staffattentive staff
Address
111 Lexington Road, Shirley, NY
Phone
(631) 281-6800
Colonial Youth And Family Services INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Colonial Youth and Family Services has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praised the facility for cleanliness, caring staff, safety, communication, and their children's happiness. However, three parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to injury and racial slurs, unprofessional staff conduct, and billing issues.

Clean facilityattentive and caring staffdaily photo updates via app
Address
111 Lexington Rd, Shirley, NY
Phone
(631) 878-5049

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Shirley, New York, out of 3 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 Shirley have an average Google rating of 3.77 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Shirley, 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
Shirley offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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.
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 Shirley for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Shirley 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.