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3 Child Daycare & Preschools in Stony Brook, New York

Browse all 3 child daycare & preschools in Stony Brook, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Stony Brook

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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    Stony Brook Child Care Services, INC.
    4.41 score
    4.7(7)

    0 South Main St., Stony Brook, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Stony Brook Child Care Services receives strong praise for its play-based curriculum, teacher quality, and educational outcomes, with most parents reporting their children are happy and thriving. However, one parent raised serious concerns about staff conduct and drug use, and another mentioned a past safety incident in 2017.

    Play-based learning approachoutdoor timehighly qualified and caring teachersnational accreditation

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Highest rated daycares in Stony Brook based on parent reviews

Stony Brook Child Care Services, INC.

4.7(7)

0 South Main St., Stony Brook, NY

Stony Brook Child Care Services receives strong praise for its play-based curriculum, teacher quality, and educational outcomes, with most parents reporting their children are happy and thriving. However, one parent raised serious concerns about staff conduct and drug use, and another mentioned a past safety incident in 2017.

Play-based learning approachoutdoor timehighly qualified and caring teachers

Mill Pond Nursery & Childcare, INC.

5(3)

10 Mill Pond Rd, Stony Brook, NY

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Daycare types in Stony Brook

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Stony Brook, New York

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Stony Brook, New York, making up 75% of the 4 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.

When choosing a daycare in Stony Brook, 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 Stony Brook

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Mill Pond Nursery & Childcare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
10 Mill Pond Rd, Stony Brook, NY
Phone
(631) 675-6901
Stony Brook Child Care Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Stony Brook Child Care Services receives strong praise for its play-based curriculum, teacher quality, and educational outcomes, with most parents reporting their children are happy and thriving. However, one parent raised serious concerns about staff conduct and drug use, and another mentioned a past safety incident in 2017.

Play-based learning approachoutdoor timehighly qualified and caring teachers
Address
0 South Main St., Stony Brook, NY
Phone
(631) 632-6930
The Learning Experience
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise The Learning Experience in Stony Brook for its warm, caring environment and dedicated teachers. Children show enthusiasm for attending daily and demonstrate strong academic and social development across multiple age groups. Families highlight the clean facilities, educational programs, and family-friendly activities.

Warm and welcoming staffchildren eager to attendstrong academic curriculum including languages and early literacy
Address
211 Hallock Road, Stony Brook, NY
Phone
(631) 689-5355

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Stony Brook, New York, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Stony Brook, 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
Stony Brook offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Stony Brook for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Stony Brook 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.