How do I choose the right daycare in Brewster?

When choosing a daycare in Brewster, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New York) Safety measures and cleanliness Daily routines and educational curriculum Parent reviews and ratings Location and hours that fit your schedule

Headstart Programs in Brewster, New York (1 Results)

Q: What types of daycare are available in Brewster?

Brewster offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in New York?

Daycare costs in New York typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Brewster for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Brewster

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

Creative Kids Childcare Center

4.39 score

4.5(17)

1515 Route 22, Brewster, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Creative Kids Childcare Center in Brewster receives consistently high praise from parents across all 10 reviews. Parents highlight the caring and attentive staff, strong educational curriculum, effective communication through daily updates and photos, and supportive administration under Director Ms. Rachel. Children are reported to be happy, thriving, and well-prepared for transitions to kindergarten and beyond.

Caring and attentive stafflow teacher turnoverstrong curriculum with educational focusdaily communication and photo updates via app

Heart 2 Heart Child Care Center LLC

4.34 score

4.5(11)

4005 Danbury Road, Brewster, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Heart 2 Heart Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents for its comprehensive educational curriculum, nurturing environment, and exceptional leadership under owner Mr. Dan. Parents consistently highlight the center's commitment to child development, extensive field trips, family engagement activities, and individual attention to each child's needs. The facility's camera access, flexible hours, and willingness to accommodate special needs and therapies are frequently cited as major advantages.

Individualized curriculum and educational approachstrong leadership and caring staffcamera access to classroomsflexible hours (6:30 AM-6:30 PM)

Green Chimneys Children'S Servces, INC.

4 score

4(20)

400 Doansburg Road, Brewster, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

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.

Animal-assisted educationfarm programstherapeutic activitiessu

Ymca Of Central And Northern Westchester, N.Y., INC.

3.55 score

3.4(15)

50 Foggintown Road, Brewster, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester in Brewster receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Parents praise the staff, atmosphere, and pricing, but several complaints focus on facility maintenance, communication issues, instructor attention and attitudes, and concerns about the facility's future closure.

Great stafffriendly atmospheregood pricingclean facilities

Ymca Of Central And Northern Westchester, N.Y., INC.

3.55 score

3.4(15)

570 Route 312, Brewster, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

The YMCA in Brewster, NY receives mixed reviews with ratings ranging from 1-5 stars. Parents praise the friendly staff, atmosphere, and pricing, but several report concerns about staff attitudes, discrimination, communication responsiveness, facility maintenance, and class quality. The facility is noted as closing within 2 years.

Great staff and atmospherefriendly and welcominggood pricesclean facilities

Headstart Programs in Brewster, New York

There are 1 headstart programs in Brewster, New York, making up 8% of the 12 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Brewster, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Brewster, New York, out of 12 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Brewster, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:

Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency
Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New York)
Safety measures and cleanliness
Daily routines and educational curriculum
Parent reviews and ratings
Location and hours that fit your schedule

Brewster offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 11 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities

Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

Daycare costs in New York typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Brewster for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Brewster must be licensed by New York's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

1 Headstart Programs in Brewster, New York

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Brewster

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