
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.
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New York has about 6,486 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.
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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.
| Daycare Type | Total |
|---|---|
| Childcare & Pre-school | 5,742 |
| Headstart Programs | 186 |
| Religious / Church Based Daycare | 136 |
| Before or After School | 422 |
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Parents consistently praise Cortelyou Early Childhood Center for its warm, nurturing environment with dedicated teachers who foster both academic learning and social-emotional development. Children show measurable progress in academics, speech, and social skills, with parents highlighting the center's 40-year track record and strong sense of community.
Note: Reviews provided appear to be for Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the pastor's sermons, welcoming atmosphere, and sense of community. Attendees report feeling valued and accepted regardless of background.
Unable to provide summary. The reviews submitted are for Afam Dental, a dental practice, not for Our Little Friends DCC III daycare. No parent reviews about the daycare are available.
Parents praise this community center for offering diverse programming and activities for children and teens in a spacious facility. The organization is noted for its responsible management, skilled staff, and educational value. Reviewers appreciate it as a safe, well-equipped place for children to spend time and develop skills.
The Nursery School receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents and families, with most praising the caring staff, nurturing environment, and strong educational foundation. One negative review from a different location criticizes leadership communication and policy issues, though acknowledging quality teachers.
Reviews praise this facility as a great community recreation center with excellent amenities including a playground, baseball field, and rental spaces. Parents appreciate the programs offered, customer service, and value for families of all ages.
Parents consistently praise Precious Kids as an excellent daycare with caring, attentive staff led by director Ms. Cheryl. Multiple families have used the center for multiple children from infancy through pre-K and report clean facilities, strong learning activities, and effective communication via the Brightwheel app. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents feel their kids are well cared for.
Fresh Youth Initiatives' afterschool program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and balance of academic and creative activities. The facility is noted for strong parent communication and positive impact on children's confidence and learning. One parent criticized the organization for insufficient community engagement and service attitude from staff.
One parent highlights the caring staff and reasonable pricing, noting that their child enjoys the program and makes good friends. However, they report significant operational issues, including mandatory full-week billing for part-time attendance, frequent management turnover, and inconsistent communication regarding fees and child needs.
Washington Market School receives consistently high praise from parents for its exceptional teaching staff, nurturing environment, and strong sense of community. Parents highlight the school's attentiveness to individual child development, including identifying and supporting speech therapy needs, and note significant growth in their children's confidence, social skills, and love of learning. One parent mentioned crowding during afternoon pickup and poor entrance procedures.
This appears to be a theater venue rather than a daycare center. The reviews describe an off-Broadway theater with intimate performances, not a preschool or childcare facility. There is a significant data mismatch between the daycare listing and the actual reviews provided.
Parents highlight the center's strong focus on social-emotional development and supportive staff, noting the value of its diverse programs for both children and families. One reviewer also appreciates the community-wide benefits, including resources for senior citizens. No specific negatives were reported in the available feedback.
E. Harlem Council Bilingual Head Start receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. The center is praised for its caring staff, bilingual curriculum, nutritious meals, and strong community and family involvement. Parents report their children are happy and well-cared for in a welcoming, culturally inclusive environment.
Red Balloon receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the diverse, inclusive environment and play-based learning approach. Parents consistently highlight the professional management, experienced and caring staff, and extended hours of operation. Children are reported to be happy and engaged, with many going on to excel in subsequent schools.
Parents consistently praise Nicholas Cardel DCC for its caring and professional staff who create a loving, family-like environment. The center is noted for engaging learning activities, creative projects, and strong communication with families. All reviewed parents gave 5-star ratings and expressed high satisfaction with their children's experiences.
Northern Manhattan Learning Center for Children & Family HS receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, safe environment, and strong academic and social development for their children. However, one detailed negative review raises serious concerns about the toddler classroom, citing safety issues, inappropriate expectations, poor hygiene, and staff conduct.
The Kid's ABC Zone receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, safe environment, engaging activities, and their children's enthusiasm for attending. Children have reportedly learned significantly and formed friendships at the center.
Columbia Opportunities Inc. receives consistently high praise from community members for their helpful and compassionate staff. Reviews highlight the organization's free tax filing services, utility assistance programs, and other community support services. Parents specifically mention quality teachers and childcare.
Reviews praise the Moreau Community Center's friendly and caring staff, clean facilities, and variety of community programs and events. Parents highlight the nursery school program as excellent for young children, with flexible scheduling. The center is noted for its food quality, social atmosphere, and community support services.
Parents consistently praise this event space (operated as The Afterschool Collective) for its clean, well-designed layout and accommodating owner Jessica. The facility is versatile and equipped for various events including birthday parties, corporate programs, and cultural celebrations. All reviewers highlight excellent communication, responsive staff, and convenient Long Island City location.
Child Care My First Steps Inc. in Ridgewood receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with the majority praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facility, and strong communication. Parents consistently highlight how their children are treated like family members and thrive in the environment. One reviewer felt the curriculum was too basic for older children.
One parent highlights the caring staff and reasonable pricing, noting that their child enjoys the program and makes friends, though they report significant management and billing inconsistencies. The reviewer also points out communication failures regarding field trips and food needs, leading to occasional issues with child care.
Parents praise Huan-Yu Education Center for strong academic instruction, particularly in Chinese language and literacy skills. Students report positive long-term memories and recommend the program, though experiences with teacher quality and student behavior vary.
Columbia Opportunities Inc. receives consistently positive feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the organization's helpful and compassionate staff, free tax filing services, and various community assistance programs including utility bill help. One parent specifically mentioned teachers and the facility as a great place to send children.
Parents praise Learner's Haven for its warm, caring staff and balanced approach to education combining religious and secular subjects. The school is noted for fostering individual student growth and creating a strong sense of community. One parent raised a concern about student behavior toward animals.
Peach Tree Daycare (Building Kidz of Queensbury) receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the clean facility, caring staff, and performing arts curriculum that supports child development and social-emotional learning. However, one parent reported a serious safety incident involving inadequate supervision of a toddler who fell from a chair and sustained a concussion, plus multiple biting incidents.
The Learning Garden Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring staff, clean facilities, and nurturing environment. Parents note significant improvements since the management change in March, with the new director Angela receiving special recognition for her responsiveness and personalized attention to children's needs. Multiple families report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and well-prepared for school.
This appears to be an art gallery and cultural venue rather than a daycare center. Reviews consistently praise it as a hidden gem featuring art exhibits, live music, and local artists in a historic setting near Fort Tilden beach in the Rockaways. Visitors appreciate the unique atmosphere and community space despite its remote location.
Parents consistently praise The Children's Greenhouse as an excellent daycare with highly professional and passionate staff. Multiple reviewers highlighted long-term satisfaction with the care provided and specifically commended director Janet. All reviews were 5-star ratings expressing strong trust and recommendation.
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