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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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E. Harlem Council Biling Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Caring and loving staffbilingual programnutritious/healthy meals
Address
440 East 116 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Red Balloon
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Diverse student bodyexperienced and patient teachersprofessional management
Address
560 Riverside Drive, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Nicholas Cardel Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Patient and loving teachersengaging educational projects and performancesapproachable staff who take interest in children
Address
84 Vermilyea Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Northern Manhattan Learning Center For Children&Family Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Caring and dedicated teachersloving environmentstrong academic and social growth
Address
1854 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Kid'S Abc Zone, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

caring and responsible staffsafe environmentengaging activities
Address
120 Vermilyea Ave., New York, NY
Phone
(646) 779-6600
Columbia Opportunities INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Friendly and compassionate stafffree tax filing serviceshelpful with utility bills and community assistance programs
Address
2 Rock Street, Po Box 88, Philmont, NY
Phone
(518) 672-7276
Moreau Community Center, Tanglewood Site
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Friendly and kind staffclean facilitiesquality food and desserts
Address
60 Tanglewood Dr., South Glens Falls, NY
Phone
(518) 792-6007
Our Kids Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

spacious and flexible layoutclean and well-maintainedowner Jessica highly responsive and accommodating
Address
1025 41st Ave, Long Island City, NY
Phone
(718) 784-7447
Child Care My First Steps INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitygood nutrition and meal quality
Address
58-64 78th Avenue, Ridgewood, NY
Phone
(917) 478-0981
Community Assoc. Of Progress. Dominicans INC@ Acdp Asp210
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
501-503 West 152nd Street, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 781-5500
Huan-Yu Education Center INC. @ Ps 20
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Effective Chinese language instructionfield trips and engaging activitiesfriendly and helpful staff (Jerry and Polina mentioned)
Address
14230 Barclay Avenue, Flushing, NY
Phone
(718) 961-0977
Columbia Opportunities INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Friendly and compassionate stafffree tax filing services with no hidden feesmultiple community services (HEAP
Address
2872 Us Route 9, Valatie, NY
Phone
(518) 755-6054
Learner'S Haven Ecec
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Warm and caring staffindividual student attentionbalanced secular and religious education
Address
432 Rutland Road, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Peach Tree Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Clean and updated facilitycaring and professional staffperforming arts/music/dance curriculum
Address
7 Luzerne Rd., Queensbury, NY
Phone
(518) 793-6300
The Learning Garden Day Care Center, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

caring and patient staffwarm and safe environmentstrong communication from teachers
Address
141 Tomahawk Street, Yorktown Heights, NY
Phone
(914) 243-0870
Rockaway Artists Alliance @ Ps / Ms 114q
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Unique and beautiful venuequality art exhibitslocal artist support
Address
134-01 Cronston Avenue, Belle Harbor, NY
Phone
(718) 474-0861
The Children'S Greenhouse
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

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.

Professional staffpassionate caregiversfriendly and helpful
Address
1 Education Drive, Garden City, NY
Phone
(516) 572-7614
Purelements: An Evolution In Dance, INC-Lenox Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Purelements is a dance school highly praised by parents for its family-oriented atmosphere and professional instruction. Multiple reviews highlight the program's success in developing discipline, passion, and performing arts skills in students who continue dancing into adulthood. One negative review was posted with minimal detail.

Family atmosphereprofessional instructorsdevelops discipline
Address
100-01 Flatlands Av, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(347) 533-8933
Galileo Coram Li INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Galileo as an excellent daycare with caring staff, strong educational programming, and exceptional communication. The director Mrs. Samar and owner Mrs. Daphnee are frequently highlighted for their personal attention and compassion. Children reportedly thrive academically and developmentally while parents feel confident and connected through daily updates.

Caring and attentive staffstrong educational curriculum (colorsshapes
Address
25-13 Gibbs Road, Coram, NY
Phone
(631) 473-0139
Glorious Future
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Glorious Future as an excellent daycare and after-school program with caring, patient staff. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning, and excited to attend daily. The center is noted for academic support, nutritious meals, outdoor activities, and strong communication with parents.

Patient and dedicated staff (Ms. RickyMrs. TiaMrs. Lucy)
Address
195-15 Linden Blvd, St. Albans, NY
Phone
(917) 545-6762
Council Of Peoples Organization
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Note: Reviews appear to be for a community service organization rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the organization for helpful social services including immigration assistance, food pantry access, and benefits counseling. Staff members, particularly Humna and Bilqees, are consistently commended for their patience, professionalism, and genuine care.

Professional and courteous staffPatient and kind serviceHelpful with immigration paperwork and citizenship applications
Address
55-11 Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY
Phone
(718) 779-0711
Westchester Jewish Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Westchester Jewish Center's Early Childhood Center is consistently praised as a warm, welcoming environment with excellent teachers and progressive learning approaches. Parents highlight the diverse community, quality programming for all ages, and the center's ability to prepare children for elementary school success. The facility is described as a spiritual home offering comprehensive services beyond childcare.

Warm and welcoming environmentexcellent and caring teachersprogressive and modern teaching techniques
Address
Rockland & Palmer Avenues, Mamaroneck, NY
Phone
(914) 698-2767
Salem Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
211 West 129 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
St. Cecilia'S Day Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The reviews provided are not about the daycare center's services, but rather about St. Cecilia's Church itself. Reviewers praise the church as a Spanish Harlem landmark with historical and spiritual significance, noting its beauty and welcoming community. No actual daycare reviews are present in this data.

Beautiful facilitywelcoming communityhistorical significance
Address
118 East 106 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Little Medows Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Little Meadows ECC for exceptional staff professionalism, caring approach, and strong Early Intervention and special needs programs. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, social skills, and independence. Communication with parents is regular and accessible through multiple channels.

Passionate and dedicated staffclean facilitiesexcellent Early Intervention program
Address
67-25 188 Street, Fresh Meadows, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Community Association Of Progressive Dominicans, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7
Address
601 Crotona Park North, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 466-6724
El Puente @ Williams Plaza
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise El Puente as a welcoming community organization with caring, communicative staff. Reviews highlight engaging programs including summer camp, after-school activities, art, music, and dancing, with children described as happy and enjoying their experience. The facility is noted for making a positive impact on children and families in the community.

Warm and caring staffengaging activities (artmusic
Address
323 Roebling Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 408-6792
The Higher Learning Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

The Higher Learning Daycare Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 8 out of 9 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, personalized attention to children, and flexible scheduling. One parent left a 1-star review with no details provided.

Loving and attentive staffprofessional environmentdirector Ms. Hannah
Address
1677 St John'S Place, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Philipstown Recreation
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Philipstown Recreation is highly regarded with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the friendly, helpful staff, quality sports classes and programs for children and adults of all ages. The facility is noted as affordable and well-organized.

Amazing coachesfriendly staffhelpful and concerned staff
Address
15 Craigside Drive, Cold Spring, NY
Phone
(845) 424-4618
Precious Kids Too INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents consistently praise Precious Kids Too for excellent staff, particularly Ms. Karson, with all recent reviews rating 5/5 stars. They highlight the clean facility, small class sizes, responsive communication, and strong developmental progress of their children across all age groups.

Warm and caring staffexcellent daily communicationdetailed progress notes
Address
2220 Hewlett Ave., Merrick, NY
Phone
(516) 223-3046

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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.