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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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Boratino International Dc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Boratino International DC receives consistently high praise from parents for its warm, family-oriented environment and attentive staff who genuinely care about each child's development. Parents highlight the clean facility, nutritious home-cooked meals, diverse activities including arts, music, sports, and swimming, and excellent communication through daily updates. Children show measurable progress in academics, language skills, social-emotional development, and independence.

Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilityage-appropriate learning materials
Address
2962 Brighton 1 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Johnson Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
20 Winthrop Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Urban Strategies Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1091 Sutter Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Pal Carey Gardens Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise PAL CAREY GARDENS DCC for its dedicated and friendly staff who provide excellent care and support. The center is described as family-oriented and goes above and beyond to assist families with their needs.

dedicated staffloving carefamily-oriented environment
Address
2964 West 23 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Haitian American Dcc #1 INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise the staff at Haitian American DCC #1 for being helpful and accommodating. The facility is noted for assisting immigrants with services like work permit applications. Overall feedback is positive with most reviews giving top ratings.

helpful and nice staffgood customer serviceassistance with immigration services
Address
1491 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Greater Bright Light Lc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The reviews appear to be for a church rather than a daycare center. Most reviewers praise the spiritual environment, pastor, and welcoming community. One reviewer expressed dissatisfaction with pastoral support during a time of grief.

Welcoming atmospherekind staffgood sermons
Address
1320 Sutter Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Congregation Beth Elohim Ecc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise Congregation Beth Elohim's spiritual programming, musical experiences, and welcoming community atmosphere. The Rabbi and Cantors receive consistent recognition for their engagement and quality leadership. Facilities including pool areas and auditorium are well-maintained with good amenities for families.

Outstanding spiritual experiencesexcellent musical programmingwelcoming clergy and Rabbi
Address
169 8 Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
J.A.C.E. Daycare And Early Learning Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise J.A.C.E. Daycare as an exceptional early learning program with highly dedicated and caring staff. Children show visible growth, learning, and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating the secure facility, educational programs, parent communication via app, and compassionate care from teachers and management.

Dedicated and nurturing staffclean and secure facilitydevelopmental-appropriate classrooms
Address
1574 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY
Phone
(845) 296-1618
The Learning Garden, West
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

The Learning Garden West receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and warm environment. Parents report their children are engaged in developmentally appropriate activities, receive regular communication updates, and love attending daily. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and remained with the center for years.

Warm and nurturing environmentcaring and patient staffdevelopmentally appropriate activities
Address
2655 Wehrle Drive, Williamsville, NY
Phone
(716) 565-5437
Auburn Ymca-Weiu Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Auburn YMCA-WEIU Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents and community members. Parents highlight the exceptional and friendly staff, clean facilities, and quality preschool program. The facility is described as a welcoming, family-friendly community resource with diverse programs and activities for all ages.

Caring and attentive teachersfriendly staffclean facilities
Address
27 William Street, Auburn, NY
Phone
(315) 253-5304
Booker T. Washington Community Center Of Auburn
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Booker T. Washington Community Center for its attentive, friendly staff, engaging activities, and safe environment. The facility serves as a valued community hub offering year-round programs for children of various ages, with families expressing high satisfaction and loyalty across generations.

Attentive and kind staffsafe playground supervisiondiverse activities and programming
Address
191 Franklin Street, Auburn, NY
Phone
(315) 253-3207
Booker T. Washington Community Center Of Auburn
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise Booker T. Washington Community Center for its safe, engaging environment and friendly, welcoming staff. The facility is noted for offering diverse activities and programs year-round while serving as an important community hub. Multiple reviewers highlight positive experiences spanning generations, with children remaining happy and safe.

Safe playground supervisionfriendly and kind staffdiverse activities and programming
Address
101 Pulaski St., Auburn, NY
Phone
(315) 255-8760
Susan E. Wagner Hs
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1150 East 229 Street, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Riverdale Neighborhood House
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Riverdale Neighborhood House is highly praised as a welcoming community center with excellent facilities and staff. Parents highlight the quality of programs, cleanliness, safety, and strong sense of community. The facility offers diverse services including pre-K classes, summer camp, swimming, music classes, and after-school activities.

Friendly and professional staffclean and safe environmentexcellent pool facilities
Address
5521 Mosholu Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Cinderella Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Cinderella DCC receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited to attend, with parents highlighting strong teacher-child relationships and quality education. The center offers fresh meals, bilingual support, and engaging activities that support both academic and social development.

Dedicated and professional teachersclean facilityfresh meals prepar
Address
130 Brighton 11 Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
New Life Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
406 Grove Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Susan E. Wagner Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1140 East 229 Street, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Riverdale Neighborhood House II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Riverdale Neighborhood House II is highly praised as a community center offering diverse programs including daycare, pre-K, summer camp, swimming, and music classes. Parents highlight the clean, safe environment, friendly and professional staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. The facility is noted for its amenities, convenient location, and comprehensive services for families.

Clean and safe environmentfriendly and professional staffexcellent pre-K program
Address
5521 Mosholu Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Susan E. Wagner Special Education
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1150 East 229 Street, Bronx, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Broome County Urban League, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise Broome County Urban League as a welcoming community center with friendly, helpful staff who create a family-like environment. Multiple reviewers highlight positive long-term experiences and note it as a great place for children and families.

Friendly stafffamily-like atmospherewelcoming community
Address
42 Chenango Street, Binghamton, NY
Phone
(607) 723-7303
Montessori Sch-Mill Basin
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise C'E Montessori's nurturing Montessori approach, dedicated teachers, enriching curriculum with arts and music, and strong sense of community. However, some families report concerns about administrative transparency, contract rigidity, unclear communication about the bilingual program, and lack of meaningful parent involvement.

Caring and dedicated teachershands-on Montessori curriculumenrichment activities (piano
Address
6311 Avenue N, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Audrey Johnson Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Audrey Johnson Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents across multiple years of attendance. Parents report excellent teacher quality, strong academic preparation for kindergarten, engaging activities, and a caring, safe environment where children thrive emotionally and developmentally.

Certified and caring teachersstrong academic curriculum and skill developmentengaging activities (music
Address
272 Moffat Street, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Chama Brooklyn Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents praise CHAMA Brooklyn Child Development Center for its professional staff and clean, spacious facilities. The welcoming reception area and organized environment are highlighted as strengths. One parent also appreciated the yoga sessions offered.

professional staffclean facilityspacious rooms
Address
1835 Sterling Place, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Oswego Ymca School'S Out
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews are mixed with most praising the facility's cleanliness, variety of classes, equipment, and friendly staff. However, one detailed negative review describes poor customer service, undisclosed facility issues including a condemned pool, mold problems in the basement causing health issues, and alleged retaliation against the reviewer.

Clean facilityvariety of classes and programmingquality equipment
Address
340 West First Street, Oswego, NY
Phone
(315) 343-1981
Storybook Kids Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Storybook Kids Corp. receives consistently high praise from parents who value the attentive staff, educational focus, and transparent communication via the Brightwheel app. Parents highlight strong child development outcomes, flexible accommodations, and a clean, safe facility with engaging activities and themes.

attentive health care for special needsstrong educational and social skill developmentdedicated and caring staff
Address
181 Sunrise Highway, West Islip, NY
Phone
(631) 661-4000
Town Of Islip/L.E.A.P
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

These reviews appear to be for a recreational park facility rather than a daycare center. Parents praise the clean grounds, well-maintained facilities, and scenic lake views. The venue is noted as suitable for family gatherings and outdoor activities.

Clean and well-maintained groundsvariety of sports facilities (tennis courtsbasketball
Address
299 Rosevale Ave, Ronkonkoma, NY
Phone
(631) 224-5405
Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents consistently praise this Boys and Girls Club location for its safe, welcoming environment and friendly, attentive staff. Children are supervised closely, treated well, and engaged in activities including homework help. One reviewer noted the facility struggles with weekday programming outside of basketball.

Safe environment with locked doorsfriendly and caring staffchildren are happy and engaged
Address
2513 Niagara Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 282-7181
Harlem Commonwealth Council, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Reviews praise Harlem Commonwealth Council for its educational programs and supportive staff. Parents highlight dedicated teachers, helpful coordinators, and a welcoming environment that accommodates different learning styles. The facility offers programs for both children and adults, including GED preparation, professional development, and business courses.

Dedicated and helpful teachersaccommodating instructorshands-on program coordinators
Address
425 West 130th Street, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 749-0900
Scan Ny Lehman Cornerstone Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
1589 Madison Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
(646) 488-6792
Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Centerm INC. @ Isaacs Center-Johnson Cornerstone
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Stanley M. Isaacs Neighborhood Center receives mostly positive reviews, with parents praising its welcoming environment, diverse programming, and community engagement opportunities. The facility offers daily lunches, social worker support, and intergenerational programs like Citymeals on Wheels. One reviewer expressed strong dissatisfaction, though most feedback highlights respectful staff and valuable services.

welcoming environmentvariety of programsdaily lunches provided
Address
1833 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 360-7625

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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.