How do I choose the right daycare in Valley Stream?

When choosing a daycare in Valley Stream, 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

What types of daycare are available in Valley Stream?

Valley Stream offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Valley Stream, New York (13 Results)

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 Valley Stream for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Valley Stream

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.

St. John'S After School Program

4.47 score

4.6(18)

2105 Stuart Avenue, Valley Stream, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

St. John's After School Program receives consistently positive feedback with a 5/5 rating across all reviews. Parents praise the welcoming environment, quality programming including summer activities and dance recitals, and the church community and leadership. The facility appears to foster both spiritual growth and enjoyable experiences for children.

Outstanding pastor and church leadershipwelcoming environmentquality summer programmingdance recitals

Wooden Shoe Nursery School

4.32 score

4.4(20)

1049 Hunter Ave, Valley Stream, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Wooden Shoe Nursery School receives consistently high praise from parents who commend the caring, professional staff and nurturing educational environment. Parents report significant improvements in their children's academic, social, and emotional development, along with strong communication and personalized attention from teachers.

Dedicated and caring staffnurturing environmentacademic curriculum combined with arts and craftspatient and attentive teachers

New Hope Lutheran Day School

4.29 score

4.5(7)

60 Oliver Ave, Valley Stream, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Parents praise New Hope Lutheran Day School for its affordable pricing, flexible payment options, and caring, trustworthy staff. Multiple reviewers recommend the facility for children from infant through pre-K, noting a supportive and understanding environment for learning and play.

Affordable pricing compared to other daycares in the areaflexible payment plansfriendly and caring stafftrustworthy caregivers

Academic Munchkins

4.22 score

4.4(6)

47 South Central Ave., Valley Stream, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Academic Munchkins receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, flexible hours accommodating working parents, and academic curriculum. One parent reported a negative experience citing lack of professionalism, information withholding, rough child contact, and denied camera access.

Caring and attentive staffflexible hours for working parentsclean and well-fed childrenacademic curriculum

Precious Spirit Child Care, INC.

3.73 score

3.5(6)

50 Rose Avenue, Valley Stream, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Precious Spirit Child Care has mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise improved management since 2018, hands-on teachers, good communication, cleanliness, and accommodating scheduling. However, negative reviews cite hygiene concerns, inadequate staffing ratios, safety issues including biting incidents, and inconsistent policies regarding age acceptance.

Improved managementhands-on and communicative teachersone-on-one attentionclean facility

Child Daycare & Preschools in Valley Stream, New York

There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Valley Stream, New York, making up 87% of the 15 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 Valley Stream, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 13 child daycare & preschools daycares in Valley Stream, New York, out of 15 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 Valley Stream, 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

Valley Stream offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Valley Stream for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Valley Stream 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.

13 Child Daycare & Preschools in Valley Stream, New York

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Valley Stream

Top Rated

St. John'S After School Program

Academic Munchkins

Precious Spirit Child Care, INC.

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Daycare types in Valley Stream