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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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Campus And Community Children'S Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
280 Central Avenue, Fredonia, NY
Phone
(716) 673-4662
Campus And Community Children'S Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
75 Chestnut Street, Fredonia, NY
Phone
(716) 679-0002
Ywca Of Elmira And The Twin Tiers Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents praise the YWCA Child Care Center for its friendly and helpful staff, clean facilities, and diverse programming for children of all ages. The facility is valued as a community resource offering childcare, swimming, classes, and after-school programs at affordable rates.

Nice and sweet stafffriendly front desk personnelclean facilities
Address
211 Lake Street, Elmira, NY
Phone
(607) 733-5575
Watch Me Grow Day Care Center Of Wny, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Watch Me Grow Day Care Center receives consistent praise from parents who highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere and caring staff. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared academically, and eager to attend. The facility is noted for cleanliness, good communication, and a family-like environment.

Welcoming and caring staffwarm atmospherechildren's happiness and eagerness to attend
Address
2550 Union Road, Cheektowaga, NY
Phone
(716) 656-8050
Rhymes And Reasons Day Care, Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1634 Electric Avenue, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 827-1224
Shelter Rock Jewish Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Shelter Rock Jewish Center's early childhood program receives overwhelmingly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, nurturing environment, experienced staff, and bilingual Hebrew-English curriculum. The facility is noted for cleanliness, spaciousness, small class sizes, and quality programming. However, one negative review disputes curriculum claims and raises concerns about management and billing practices.

warm and nurturing environmentlicensed and experienced staffclean and safe facility
Address
272 Shelter Rock Road, Roslyn, NY
Phone
(516) 741-4305
Hispanic Brotherhood, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Hispanic Brotherhood, Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the organization's community service and staff dedication. One parent reported a negative experience regarding payment and enrollment termination. The facility is highly regarded for serving the Latino community in Nassau County.

Caring and kind staffgoes above and beyondsupports Latino community
Address
59 Clinton Avenue, Rockville Centre, NY
Phone
(516) 766-6610
Wind 'N Willow
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Wind 'n Willow as an exceptional early childhood facility with caring, professional staff who treat children as individuals. Reviews highlight strong academic preparation, social-emotional development, and a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive and enjoy attending.

Caring and professional staffindividualized attentionstrong academic preparation
Address
1201 N. Broadway, Massapequa, NY
Phone
(516) 752-8613
Glen Cove Boys & Girls Club
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Glen Cove Boys & Girls Club for its friendly and helpful staff, with children expressing enthusiasm for attending, particularly the after-school program. The facility is noted for supporting homework completion and building children's confidence. One parent noted the lack of a gym facility.

Friendly and helpful staffchildren enjoy attendingafter-school program quality
Address
113 Glen Cove Ave., Glen Cove, NY
Phone
(516) 671-8030
Ymca Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The YMCA Glen Cove facility receives consistently high ratings for its clean, well-maintained grounds and friendly staff. Parents praise the swim instruction, diverse fitness classes, and family-friendly amenities. However, most reviews focus on general YMCA membership benefits rather than preschool-specific childcare services.

Excellent swim instructor (Ken)clean facilitycourteous and helpful staff
Address
125 Dosoris Lane, Glen Cove, NY
Phone
(516) 671-8270
Westbury Tender Loving Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
309 Madison Street, Westbury, NY
Phone
(516) 333-4510
Creative Beginnings Dcc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
2881 Culver Road, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 323-2650
The Center For Youth
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

The Center for Youth is highly regarded for comprehensive support services to at-risk youth and young adults, including housing assistance, counseling, job training, and emergency aid. Reviewers consistently praise the compassionate and helpful staff, with many sharing personal stories of how the organization provided critical assistance during difficult times. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings.

Compassionate and helpful staffcomprehensive services (housingcounseling
Address
545 Humboldt Street, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 288-5702
Ymca Of The Mohawk Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This facility receives predominantly positive feedback with a 4.3/5 rating. Parents and members praise the friendly and competent staff, well-planned classes with good music, cleanliness, and reasonable pricing. One negative review cited poor customer service and lack of Wi-Fi access.

Friendly and helpful staffwell-planned fitness classesclean facility
Address
326 Barringer Road, Ilion, NY
Phone
(315) 894-8420
Ymca Of The Mohawk Valley
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This facility receives mostly positive reviews praising friendly and competent staff members (Aimee and Kevin), well-planned fitness classes with good music, cleanliness, and reasonable pricing. One negative review cited frustration with Wi-Fi access policies and unhelpful staff during a day pass visit.

Friendly and helpful staffwell-planned classes with good musicclean facility
Address
610 Reese Road, Frankfort, NY
Phone
(315) 866-6570
John Coker Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

John Coker Day Care Center receives mixed reviews. Three parents praised the clean facility, friendly staff, flexible approach, and quality learning environment. However, two parents reported serious concerns about staff behavior, with one describing emotional harm to their child and another criticizing the director's dismissive attitude during a facility tour.

Clean facilitychild-friendly environmentnice and friendly staff
Address
1375 Bushwick Avenue, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 452-1414
Candy Kids Pre-School Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
3212 Church Ave, Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 287-6200
Maple Leaf Childcare Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Maple Leaf Childcare Center for its caring, attentive staff and safe, healthy environment. Director Angela and teachers are noted for knowing children and families by name and providing excellent communication. Multiple families report long-term satisfaction across multiple age groups from infants through school age.

Caring and attentive staffsafe and healthy environmentexcellent communication with management
Address
2739 Hamburg Street, Schenectady, NY
Phone
(518) 355-2111
Ymca Buffalo Niagara
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

This YMCA location receives consistently high ratings for its clean facilities, friendly and professional staff, and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviewers praise the variety of programs including fitness classes, aquatic activities, and senior programs. The facility is well-maintained and accommodating to diverse age groups and organizational needs.

Clean facilitiesfriendly and professional staffgood size community room with food prep area
Address
585 William Street, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 845-5440
Ymca Buffalo Niagara
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1985 Como Park Boulevard, Lancaster, NY
Phone
(716) 684-2395
Amherst Baby And Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Amherst Baby and Childcare Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff, strong safety measures, and structured learning environment. Parents report that their children thrive socially and academically, with excellent communication between teachers and families. The center is noted for staff longevity, creating meaningful relationships between teachers and children.

Experienced and caring staff with low turnoversafety meas
Address
4350 Millersport Highway, Amherst, NY
Phone
(716) 688-2068
University At Buffalo Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents generally praise the University at Buffalo Child Care Center for its caring and professional staff, with multiple five-star reviews highlighting friendly teachers and a welcoming environment. However, one parent reported a significantly negative experience with administrative staff regarding withdrawal communication and professionalism.

caring and friendly staffprofessional operationswelcoming environment
Address
3435 Main Street, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 829-2226
Lemon Tree Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Lemon Tree Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the dedicated and caring staff, safe and clean environment, and positive learning outcomes across academic and social development.

Caring and dedicated teacherssafe and clean environmentengaging learning activities
Address
341 Elvin St., Staten Island, NY
Phone
(718) 698-9103
Happy Hours Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
12 Lake Walton Road, Wappingers Falls, NY
Phone
(845) 226-5814
Mcdonald Sports Camp
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

McDonald Sports Camp is a multi-purpose sports facility in Cortland, New York, not a traditional daycare center. Reviews consistently praise the variety of amenities including ice skating rinks, soccer fields, hockey facilities, gymnastics areas, batting cages, and weight rooms. Visitors highlight friendly staff, reasonable rental costs, and well-maintained equipment.

Multiple sports facilitiesfriendly and helpful staffaffordable pricing
Address
4292 Fairgrounds Rd, Cortland, NY
Phone
(607) 753-8100
Browncroft Day Care Center, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Browncroft Day Care Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring and attentive staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and form strong friendships and connections with teachers. The facility has earned a strong reputation for quality childcare across all age groups.

Caring and attentive staffsafe sleep practicesengaging activities and crafts
Address
933 Atlantic Avenue, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 288-3271
Loving Touch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
395 Spencerport Road, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 429-5110
Little Hearts Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
152 Lily Street, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 254-5060
Ymca Of Greater Rochester Ccc At Lewis St
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
53 Lewis Street, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 325-2572
Banners Childcare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise Banners Childcare for exceptional care, strong staff-child relationships, and effective communication with working parents. The facility is described as clean, well-maintained, and accommodating to parent needs, with children showing significant developmental progress and happiness. Multiple families have remained enrolled for extended periods, with some returning for siblings.

Caring and stable staff with low turnoverexcellent communication and updatesdevelopmental progress and learning activities
Address
3510 Winton Place, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 427-0700

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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.