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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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Colonial Youth And Family Services INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Colonial Youth and Family Services has highly polarized reviews. Three parents praised the facility for cleanliness, caring staff, safety, communication, and their children's happiness. However, three parents reported serious concerns including inadequate supervision leading to injury and racial slurs, unprofessional staff conduct, and billing issues.

Clean facilityattentive and caring staffdaily photo updates via app
Address
111 Lexington Rd, Shirley, NY
Phone
(631) 878-5049
Ymca Of Greater Ny @ Grosvenor House Ymca Asp5
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
176 West 105th Street, New York, NY
Phone
(212) 749-8500
Union Washington Childrens Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
1893 Second Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Lexington Children'S Ctr 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
183 East 98 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Westside Ymca Coop Nursery
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

These reviews do not appear to be for a daycare center, but rather for a budget hostel/hotel in NYC. The reviews are mismatched with the listed facility type and should be disregarded for evaluating WESTSIDE YMCA COOP NURSERY's childcare services.

None relevant to daycare operations
Address
5 West 63 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Roads To Success
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Roads to Success receives mixed reviews with significant polarization. Positive reviews praise the program for youth employment opportunities, college access, and providing school supplies and support. Negative reviews cite poor communication, unprofessional staff conduct, lack of leadership, inconsistent policies, and inadequate accommodation for children with special needs.

Youth employment and college access opportunitiesprovision of school supplies and coatssupportive team members
Address
154 West 93rd Street, New York, NY
Phone
(646) 655-0178
The Nursery Infant/Toddler Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
130 Ft Washington Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Grosvenor Day Care Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
176 West 105 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Variety Boys & Girls Club Of Queens, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its diverse programming, qualified staff, and affordable rates, particularly praised for swimming classes, after-school programs, and summer camps. However, one recent review raises concerns about management responsiveness, organizational inconsistency, facility maintenance, and climate control issues.

Diverse activity offeringsfriendly and knowledgeable staffaffordable pricing
Address
21-12 30th Road, Long Island City, NY
Phone
(718) 728-0946
Variety Boys And Girls Club Of Queens, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Variety Boys and Girls Club of Queens receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its diverse programming, swimming instruction, and staff friendliness. However, one recent negative review raises concerns about current management issues, facility maintenance, and organizational problems that contrast sharply with older positive testimonials.

Diverse activity options and mini campsexcellent swimming classes and aquatics programfriendly and supportive staff
Address
45-11 31st Avenue, Long Island City, NY
Phone
(718) 278-7054
Tutor Time Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Tutor Time Ronkonkoma receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Parents report long-term satisfaction with the facility's cleanliness, educational programs, and responsive leadership. The facility is closing due to eminent domain, with parents expressing sadness about the loss but gratitude for years of service.

caring and passionate teacherssafe learning environmentstrong academic preparation
Address
246 Carroll Avenue, Ronkonkoma, NY
Phone
(631) 588-2626
Urban League Of Rochester, Ny, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

The reviews are inconsistent and appear to conflate the Urban League organization as a whole with its various programs and services, rather than focusing on daycare experiences. While some reviewers praise the organization's community work and employee professionalism, others criticize property management, preventive services, funding misappropriation, and poor communication.

Community programs and advocacy workpolite and professional employeeshelpful services fo
Address
265 North Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY
Phone
(585) 325-6530
Alpha Fundmental Pre School INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
218-30 Hempstead Avenue, Queens Village, NY
Phone
(718) 740-1010
Lexington Children'S Ctr
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
115 East 98 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Westside Tender Care I-A&I-B
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

These reviews appear to be for a budget hostel in NYC, not a daycare center. The listings do not match the daycare facility 'Westside Tender Care I-A&I-B' and are therefore not applicable for evaluating this childcare center.

None applicable
Address
5 West 63 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Monticello Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Reviews are highly polarized with conflicting accounts. Positive reviews praise staff kindness and support for families, while negative reviews criticize the organization as a religious pregnancy counseling center rather than a daycare, citing misleading medical information and unprofessional staff conduct. The facility appears to be closed.

Kind and non-judgmental staffprovides family resources
Address
2211 First Avenue, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
West Side Tender Care II&III
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

These reviews appear to be for a budget hotel/hostel in New York City, not a daycare center. The reviews describe accommodations near Central Park with mixed experiences regarding cleanliness, amenities, staff service, and facilities.

Excellent location near Central Park and subwayaffordable pricingclean rooms and bathrooms maintained regularly
Address
5 West 63 Street, New York, NY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
All About Me Childcare Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
422 West Onondaga Street, Syracuse, NY
Phone
(315) 913-3990
Pinnacle Athletic Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

Pinnacle Athletic Campus is a multi-sport facility in Victor, NY that receives consistently high praise for hosting tournaments, birthday parties, and events. Parents and visitors commend the spacious, clean venue, friendly staff, and reasonable pricing. One reviewer noted a safety concern regarding dugout placement during a softball tournament.

Spacious and clean facilitymultiple sports venuesfriendly and helpful staff
Address
7600 Pinnacle Drive, Victor, NY
Phone
(585) 433-2930
Coalition For Hispanic Family Services @ Cooper Park Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5
Address
76 Kingsland Ave., Brooklyn, NY
Phone
(718) 383-5292
Julia Dyckman Andrus Memorial, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

The Orchard School at Andrus is a therapeutic educational facility for children with behavioral and emotional challenges. Most recent reviews are highly positive, praising the dedicated staff, beautiful campus, and transformative impact on children. However, there are serious allegations from former students regarding staff misconduct and unsafe conditions.

Dedicated and caring staffbeautiful campustherapeutic services
Address
60 Mill Road, Eastchester, NY
Phone
(914) 329-8717
Red Apple Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
83-88 Cornish Avenue, Elmhurst, NY
Phone
(718) 458-9656
Greater Ridgewood Youth Council @ Is 93
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Reviews are sharply divided. Positive reviewers praise the staff, care quality, and learning environment. Negative reviewers report unprofessional administration, poor management, unfair treatment, inadequate food, and concerns about how the facility handles children with different needs.

Wonderful staffcaring teachersgood learning environment
Address
66-56 Forest Avenue, Ridgewood, NY
Phone
(718) 456-5437
The Greater Ridgewood Youth Council @ Is 77
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Reviews are highly polarized, with some parents praising the staff and care quality, while others report serious concerns about unprofessional behavior, unsafe conditions, lack of patience with children, and unequal treatment. The facility appears to have significant management and operational issues that require attention.

Caring and wonderful staffsupportive environment for child developmentgreat teachers
Address
976 Seneca Avenue, Ridgewood, NY
Phone
(718) 366-7120
Sasf @ Ms 356q
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

The facility receives overwhelmingly positive ratings with students praising the school's activities, cleanliness, and teacher support. Most reviewers highlight frequent activities, outdoor time, and a welcoming environment. One student reported safety concerns including physical altercations, though noted teacher improvement.

Frequent activities and field tripsclean facilitiesoutdoor playtime
Address
145-00 Springfield Blvd, Springfield Gardens, NY
Phone
(718) 208-9069
Nyjtl Aces Club @ P.S. 706q
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Parents consistently praise NYJTL ACES CLUB as an excellent, free community tennis program with knowledgeable and caring coaches who work with children of all skill levels. Reviewers highlight the program's inclusive nature, accessibility, and positive impact on children's development beyond just tennis skills. Many families report long-term enrollment and deep satisfaction with the instruction and mentorship provided.

Free programknowledgeable coachespatient and kind instruction
Address
36-12 35th Avenue, Long Island City, NY
Phone
(718) 392-3405
New York Junior Tennis League @ Ps 100x
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Parents consistently praise NYJTL as an excellent, free community tennis program with knowledgeable and patient coaches who teach children of all skill levels. Many families have participated for years and report that coaches provide instruction beyond tennis, including homework help, behavior guidance, and character development. The program is noted for being inclusive and accessible to children from diverse backgrounds.

Free programknowledgeable coachespatient
Address
800 Taylor Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 861-2982
Phipps Community Development Corp. Beacon Prog. @ Is 192
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
650 Hollywood Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 239-4080
Southwestern School Age Child Care Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Reviews are highly polarized with strong praise and strong criticism. Positive reviewers highlight nice staff, good facilities, and quality meals. Negative reviewers cite facility maintenance issues, food safety concerns, and complaints about resource allocation and student treatment.

Nice and friendly teachersclean facilitiesgood gym
Address
600 Hunt Road West, Jamestown, NY
Phone
(716) 484-6824
The Ywca Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Parents praise the YWCA of Western New York daycare for its fun facilities, engaging activities, and helpful staff. The center is particularly noted for strong summer camp and school-age programs. One parent reported poor service from social workers.

New equipmentfun spaces for childrencraft room
Address
1005 Grant Street, Buffalo, NY
Phone
(716) 447-1494

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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.