
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.
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.
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 Pattycake Playhouse for caring, experienced staff who treat children as their own. The Brightwheel app for daily updates and communication is frequently highlighted as a major benefit. Children show strong developmental progress across all age groups, and parents report feeling confident and reassured leaving their children in the facility's care.
Green Chimneys is highly praised by parents for its animal-assisted education programs, therapeutic farm activities, and supportive staff. Parents report significant positive behavioral and emotional growth in their children, along with strong communication from staff. The facility offers diverse programs including swimming, pony rides, and outdoor activities that engage children with special needs.
One parent highlights the center's diverse environment and their children's significant developmental progress, expressing high comfort with the infant care provided. Another review cites poor communication as a primary concern, though the issue was reportedly resolved after investigation.
Parents praise Great South Bay YMCA for its comprehensive childcare and youth programs, including pre-school, after-care, and summer camps. The facility is consistently highlighted for friendly staff, clean well-maintained amenities, and a welcoming family-oriented atmosphere that serves all ages.
One parent highlights significant improvements in a three-year-old's communication skills and praises the staff's teaching approach, while another long-term customer credits the center with fostering lasting positive traits like a love for reading and music. Conversely, a single review alleges poor hygiene and safety issues, specifically citing a dirty environment and a tick incident.
Way to Grow Child Care Learning Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, family-like staff, strong communication, and enriching educational programs as key strengths. Children are reported to be excited and happy to attend, with parents feeling confident in their safety and well-being.
Parents consistently praise Kids Country Day Camp for its welcoming, nurturing environment and engaging activities. Staff members are described as warm, caring, and attentive, with director Amy creating a strong community atmosphere. Children of various ages return year after year and express enthusiasm about attending.
Parents highlight the center's clean, well-kept facility and professional operation, noting that their children have made significant progress under the care of specific staff members. The owner and teachers are described as kind, helpful, and understanding, with multiple reviewers offering strong recommendations for the program.
Reviews are not applicable to this daycare center. The facility is listed as a center-based daycare, but all reviews pertain to Brooklyn College, a four-year university, not early childhood care services.
Reviews praise the facility as a welcoming community center with friendly and helpful staff. Parents appreciate the positive atmosphere, cleanliness, and variety of activities available. The center serves as an important hub for the local community.
This appears to be a high school, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the strong arts programs, dedicated teachers, and welcoming community. Students highlight quality academics, AP courses, and opportunities in visual arts, music, and theater.
Prospect Park YMCA ECC receives consistently positive feedback with a 4.7/5 average rating. Parents praise the friendly, accommodating staff, clean facilities, and excellent aquatics programs with multiple pools. Some concerns exist regarding crowding during peak hours, maintenance responsiveness, and locker room conditions.
NOTE: This is not a daycare. LA GUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE is a 2-year community college in Long Island City, not a childcare center. Reviews reflect student and college attendee experiences, not parent reviews of childcare services.
Our Little Angels Day Care in Rosedale receives consistently excellent feedback from parents across all programs. Parents praise the caring, patient staff, nurturing environment, and strong communication, with children showing growth in social, emotional, and academic development.
One parent describes SESAME SPROUT, INC. as a caring and attentive center-based facility located at Horace Harding and Junction Blvd. The reviewer notes that their daughter enjoys attending the school.
Parents report a mix of experiences, with some praising the welcoming atmosphere and friendly staff, while others describe significant concerns regarding communication, food policies, and staff professionalism. One reviewer highlights a supportive environment, whereas another details issues with unprofessional conduct, hygiene, and frequent unnecessary pickups.
Note: The reviews provided are for LaGuardia Community College, not the ECLC Program daycare center specifically. Reviews praise the college's faculty, programs, and campus facilities, though some note concerns about specific program accreditations and admission office customer service.
Little Wonders Inc. receives overwhelmingly positive reviews from most parents, with praise for staff warmth, specialized support for children with special needs, and developmental progress in speech and socialization. However, two negative reviews cite serious concerns about child safety, including alleged aggressive handling and inadequate supervision.
One parent highlights the center's convenient location at Horace Harding and Junction Blvd, noting that the teachers and staff are caring and attentive. The reviewer reports that their daughter enjoys attending this school.
One parent describes the program as great with a convenient gym for a reasonable price, though they note that parking availability is a significant challenge. Another reviewer simply praises the facility as great.
This facility appears to be mislabeled as a daycare center; reviews actually pertain to College of Staten Island, a higher education institution. Reviews consistently praise the spacious 204-acre campus, dedicated faculty, and affordable tuition, though some note the large campus size creates inconveniences between buildings.
One parent describes a positive transition for their 18-month-old, noting that the child quickly became excited about attending and appreciated the teachers' communication and detailed daily reports. Another family highlights several years of enjoyment, citing the staff's dedication, warmth, and creative programs as key factors in their satisfaction.
One parent highlights the program as a fantastic community resource with friendly staff and a beautiful facility, while another notes the location is great for both adults and children. However, a separate review mentions a fire that resulted in the center closing for renovations.
Parents consistently praise this science and animal learning center for its educational exhibits, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and engaging activities for children of various ages. The facility offers live animals, interactive experiences, special events like birthday parties and Halloween celebrations, and outdoor grounds. Multiple reviewers highlight the manageable size and well-organized operations.
One parent reports high satisfaction with the loving staff and daily communication for their infant, while others cite significant concerns regarding health safety and staff demeanor. Specifically, complaints include recurrent illness outbreaks and an individual named Gloria being described as extremely rude.
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