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5,742 Child Daycare & Preschools in New York

Browse 5,742 child daycare & preschools across New York. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in New York

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in New York can make the decision-making process smoother.

New York has about 6,486 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in New York. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in New York

There are 6,486 daycares in New York: 186 headstart facilities, 422 before/after school centers, 136 religious facility daycares, and 5,742 childcare and preschool centers.

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Ossining Children'S Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Ossining Children's Center receives unanimous 5-star praise from parents who highlight the exceptionally caring and experienced staff, nurturing educational environment, and strong community connections. Parents consistently report feeling confident their children are safe, well-cared for, and thriving developmentally. The facility itself is noted as clean, beautiful, and featuring excellent outdoor spaces overlooking the Hudson River.

Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachersnurturing environment
Address
3 Emwilton Place, Ossining, NY
Phone
(914) 941-4105
Jewish Community Center On The Hudson
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise the Jewish Community Center on the Hudson for its excellent staff, welcoming atmosphere, and high-quality early childhood care program. The facility is noted for being clean, well-maintained, and offering diverse amenities including a pool, fitness classes, sports leagues, and community activities that appeal to families and members of all ages.

Friendly and knowledgeable staffexcellent early childhood care programwelcoming environment for all faiths and backgrounds
Address
25 Leroy Avenue, Tarrytown, NY
Phone
(914) 631-1607
Cornerstone Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents describe the center as a small, cozy institution with qualified staff, noting that their children are happy, well-cared for, and learning. Reviewers report feeling safe and confident that their children are being prepared for elementary school.

small and cozy environmentqualified staffhappy children
Address
90 Garth Road, Scarsdale, NY
Phone
(914) 472-6300
Cooper'S Corner Montessori International, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents describe the center as a warm, welcoming, and well-run environment where children thrive socially and emotionally. Reviewers specifically highlight the professionalism and organization of leadership, particularly Ms. Tina, noting strong communication and thoughtful activities.

warm and welcoming atmospherenurturing and supportive staffstrong communication
Address
11 Wilmot Road, New Rochelle, NY
Phone
(914) 235-0606
Goddard Hastings On Hudson
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Goddard Hastings on Hudson as an excellent daycare with caring, professional staff and a welcoming community atmosphere. The facility offers a strong curriculum, convenient hours for working parents, good extracurricular activities, and daily communication about children's progress. Children reportedly feel safe, happy, and excited to attend.

attentive and caring teachersclean facilitiesstrong academics and life skills preparation
Address
1 Jackson Avenue, Hastings On Hudson, NY
Phone
(914) 478-1390
Christ The King Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

These reviews do not appear to be for a childcare center, but rather for a retreat center and religious facility. The facility is praised as a peaceful, scenic location with walking trails, disc golf, and spiritual programming. Reviewers consistently highlight the welcoming atmosphere, well-maintained grounds, and meaningful retreat experiences.

Beautiful scenery and walking trailsdisc golf coursetennis and climbing wall
Address
575 Burton Road, Greenwich, NY
Phone
(518) 744-5282
Ossining Children'S Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Ossining Children's Center receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the nurturing, educational environment and highly trained, caring staff. Parents highlight the clean facility, community connections, affordability efforts, and exceptional outdoor spaces overlooking the Hudson River. Children are reported to thrive socially and developmentally in this supportive setting.

Caring and attentive staffnurturing environmenteducational curriculum
Address
90 S Highland Ave, Ossining, NY
Phone
(914) 941-0230
Westcop Mt Vernon Cag Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the center's family-like atmosphere and professional staff who treat children with deep care. One reviewer specifically notes their son felt instantly comfortable, while another praises the professionalism and affection shown by the team.

family-like atmosphereprofessional staffchildren treated with care
Address
250 S Sixth Ave, Mt Vernon, NY
Phone
(914) 664-8688
The Seed Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents universally praise The Seed Day Care Center for its nurturing environment, highly qualified and attentive staff, and strong educational curriculum. Multiple reviewers highlight the owners' active involvement, low teacher turnover, nutritious meals, and personalized communication. Children are described as thriving academically and socially while developing a genuine love for learning.

Nurturing and caring environmenthighly qualified and experienced teacherslow staff turnover
Address
2084 Baldwin Rd, Yorktown Heights, NY
Phone
(914) 962-9622
United Pre-School Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent highlights the compassionate staff and notable staffing consistency, while another reviewer recommends the center for children with disabilities or mobility needs. A third review expresses gratitude for the program experienced by former students.

compassionate and attentive staffconsistent staffinginclusive support for children with disabilities or wheelchair use
Address
456 North Street, White Plains, NY
Phone
(914) 946-4781
Ossining Children'S Center #4
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Ossining Children's Center receives unanimous praise from parents, with all 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently highlight the caring and experienced staff, nurturing educational environment, and the facility's beautiful grounds and community engagement. Families report feeling confident in their children's safety, development, and overall well-being.

Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachersnurturing environment
Address
92 South Highland Avenue, Ossining, NY
Phone
(914) 941-0230
Tsl Daycare Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

TSL Daycare Services operates multiple locations across the Albany area and consistently receives 5-star ratings from parents. Parents praise the caring, attentive staff, engaging learning activities, and welcoming family atmosphere that makes children feel secure and happy. Families report their children have thrived developmentally and look forward to attending daily.

Caring and nurturing staffengaging learning activities and themesoutdoor time (twice daily)
Address
183 Schoolhouse Rd., Albany, NY
Phone
(518) 456-0729
Human Resources Center Of St. Albans Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise this daycare for its warm, caring staff and strong communication. Children show academic progress, emotional development, and genuine enthusiasm for attending. The center maintains high safety standards and actively involves parents in their child's growth.

Caring and attentive staffexcellent parent communicationacademic progress (reading
Address
118-46 Riverton Street, Saint Albans, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Harlem Center For Education, INC. @ Is/ Ps171
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

The few reviews so far highlight the staff's helpfulness and friendliness. One parent rated the center highly for its supportive environment, while another noted a slightly lower but still positive experience.

very helpful stafffriendly staff
Address
19 East 103rd Street, New York, NY
Phone
(646) 306-8294
Police Athletic League @Armory Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Reviewers highlight the Police Athletic League's after-school programs as professional and beneficial for young children. Parents specifically note the great customer service and the cool nature of the youth activities offered at the location.

great after school programsgreat customer servicegreat staff
Address
216 Fort Washington Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 927-0306
Midwood Afterschool Ps 326
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents highlight the school's exceptional teaching quality, personalized attention where principals know students by name, and a welcoming staff that addresses issues promptly. One reviewer, a parent of two, praises the exceptional educational approach and staff treatment of families, while another specifically commends a teacher named Mrs. Sherlock.

Knowledgeable teachersprincipals know students by namewelcoming greeting staff
Address
1800 Utica Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 241-4828
Prime Time Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Prime Time Child Care Center in Middletown receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong learning outcomes, and effective communication through the facility's app. Families report feeling secure and confident in their children's development and safety.

caring and attentive teachersexperienced director (Eva Ramos)strong learning and development outcomes
Address
110 Crystal Run, Middletown, NY
Phone
(845) 692-0500
St. Andrew'S Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

One parent describes the staff as wonderful and friendly, while another notes the church setting is beautiful, though they clarified the facility is located on the side of the church rather than inside. A third review simply characterizes the environment as friendly.

friendly staffwonderful atmospherebeautiful church setting
Address
15 Walnut St., Walden, NY
Phone
(845) 778-5310
Luke And Friends Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Luke and Friends Child Care Center in Monroe, New York receives perfect 5-star ratings from all parents. Parents consistently praise the warm, caring staff who treat children as their own, create engaging learning environments, and maintain strong communication with families. Children show significant academic and social growth and genuinely enjoy attending daily.

Warm and compassionate staffexcellent parent communicationsafe and nurturing environment
Address
11 Talmadge Ct, Monroe, NY
Phone
(845) 492-5437
Valley Daycare Center Ltd.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Families highlight the center's safe, clean environment and the caring, knowledgeable staff who support children from diapers through kindergarten readiness. Parents appreciate the heartwarming ownership and the strong sense of community, noting that the program offers excellent early learning and value for the price.

safe and clean environmentcaring and kind teachersknowledgeable staff
Address
337 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley, NY
Phone
(845) 528-4755
Once Upon A Time Pre-School & Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Once Upon a Time Pre-School & Daycare in Putnam Valley receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally.

Caring and loving staffDirector Lisa is accessible and flexiblestrong developmental progress and milestone achievement
Address
47 Peekskill Hollow Road, Putnam Valley, NY
Phone
(845) 284-2941
Pine Grove Country Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Pine Grove Country Daycare receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and family-like atmosphere. Parents report their children are loved, well-cared for, and thrive academically and socially across all age groups from infants through pre-K. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent kindergarten readiness and smooth transitions to elementary school.

Warm and caring stafffamily-like environmentengaging curriculum
Address
100 Myrtle Avenue, Mahopac, NY
Phone
(845) 621-1778
Kramer Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Kramer Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, knowledgeable staff and report significant developmental progress in their children's learning, speech, and overall growth.

Loving and knowledgeable staffcaring teacherspatient with children
Address
1428 Fifth Ave, Bayshore, NY
Phone
(631) 665-1900
Little Rascals Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Little Rascals Child Care Center in Miller Place receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring staff, clean and welcoming environment, engaging activities, and strong child development outcomes, with children reportedly excited to attend daily.

caring and attentive staffclean and welcoming environmentcreative and engaging activities
Address
187 Miller Place Yaphank Road, Miller Place, NY
Phone
(631) 474-7080
Jowonio School, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents consistently praise Jowonio School for its highly trained, caring staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Multiple reviewers express deep satisfaction with the school's quality and note that former students have returned as teachers, reflecting the positive culture. All reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the school as an exceptional choice for early childhood education.

Highly trained and sensitive staffchild development and happinesslow teacher-to-student ratios (5 per classroom)
Address
3049 East Genesee Street, Syracuse, NY
Phone
(315) 445-4010
Children'S Palace Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Children's Palace Day Care receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising patient staff and smooth transitions for young children. However, one recent review indicates staffing changes in the infant room have led to concerns about friendliness and patience from current staff members.

Patient stafffast adjustment for young childrengood for infants transitioning to preschool
Address
743 East 43rd Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 284-1290
Bryan'S Education Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Bryan's Education Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight the caring, professional staff, thoughtful curriculum, and strong community atmosphere. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with particular appreciation for affordable pricing and quality programming that includes arts, music, dance, and Spanish classes.

Caring and professional staffhands-on administrationsmall classroom settings with individualized attention
Address
3922 Church Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 282-6944
Cornell Cooperative Extension Association Of Jefferson County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise the staff and educational programs at this center-based daycare in Castorland, NY. Reviews highlight quality education, wellness initiatives, and helpful services. One reviewer expressed uncertainty about the facility.

Amazing staffwonderful programsresearch-based education
Address
9508 Artz Road, Castorland, NY
Phone
(315) 486-9119
Cornell Cooperative Extension Association Of Jefferson County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise the staff and educational programs at this center-based daycare, with most reviews highlighting wonderful experiences and knowledgeable instruction. The facility offers researched-based education along with various community programs. One reviewer expressed uncertainty about the facility.

Amazing staffwonderful programsresearched-based education
Address
10 Academy Street, Antwerp, NY
Phone
(315) 775-8425
Cornell Cooperative Extension Association Of Jefferson County
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.8

Parents praise the center's amazing staff, wonderful educational programs, and helpful services. Most reviewers highly recommend the facility for its research-based approach to education and community programs. One reviewer expressed uncertainty about the facility.

Amazing staffwonderful programsresearch-based education
Address
1237 Washington Street, Watertown, NY
Phone
(315) 816-8007

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5,742 child daycare & preschools daycares across New York. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in New York are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through New York's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in New York, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (New York sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in New York vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.