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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Stony Brook, NY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Stony Brook. Average rating: 4.85/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Stony Brook, New York at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.85/5
Parent reviews
22
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Stony Brook has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 22 parent reviews averaging 4.85/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit 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

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Stony Brook

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Stony Brook, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.85avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Stony Brook (– 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 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

Parents describe a warm and welcoming environment where staff members, including Ms. Susana, Kathy, Maria, and Darlene, provide dedicated care that helps infants and young children adjust easily. Reviewers highlight the high quality of daily projects and learning outcomes, noting that the center offers significant value beyond its convenient location.

Warm and welcoming communitydedicated and amazing staffexcellent infant care

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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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Stony Brook have an average rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.85 stars. Our analysis covers 22 parent reviews.

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

Parents describe a warm and welcoming environment where staff members, including Ms. Susana, Kathy, Maria, and Darlene, provide dedicated care that helps infants and young children adjust easily. Reviewers highlight the high quality of daily projects and learning outcomes, noting that the center offers significant value beyond its convenient location.

Warm and welcoming communitydedicated and amazing staffexcellent infant care
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.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Stony Brook have an average Google rating of 4.85 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
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.