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Best Before or After School Daycare in Far Rockaway, NY

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Far Rockaway. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Far Rockaway, New York at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
112
Top rated (4.5+)
6

Far Rockaway has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 112 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.6 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 46% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 11691 zip code, averaging 4.43 stars across 22 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Far Rockaway

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.

  1. 1
    First Presbyterian Academy
    4.44 score
    4.6(14)

    896 Central Avenue, Far Rockaway, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews praise First Presbyterian Academy's welcoming community and beautiful grounds with trees and grass. The church is noted for its friendly staff and regular community services, including a weekly food pantry. However, reviews appear to focus on the church itself rather than specific daycare operations or educational programs.

    welcoming and nice peoplebeautiful grounds and yardcommunity food pantrycommunity service programs
  2. 2
    Miss D'S Playgroup Dc INC.
    4.16 score
    4.2(20)

    16-12 Central Avenue, Far Rockaway, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise the staff at this facility for their compassionate, attentive care and responsiveness. Reviews highlight strong personal connections between caregivers and clients, with staff going above and beyond their duties. Parents report feeling confident and at ease knowing their loved ones are well cared for.

    Compassionate and patient staffhighly attentive personal care aidesresponsive communicationstaff members go extra miles
  3. 3
    Community Mediation Services, INC.
    4.14 score
    4.2(13)

    1045 Nameoke Street, Far Rockaway, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This appears to be a mediation services center rather than a daycare. Reviews praise the professional mediation staff, particularly mediator Martin and coordinator Layla, for facilitating conflict resolution in a respectful and safe environment. Customers consistently highlight the free services, skilled facilitators, and positive outcomes from mediation sessions.

    Professional and fair mediatorssafe and respectful environmentskilled conflict resolutionfree services
  4. 4
    Dayton Towers East Playtime
    4.08 score
    4.1(19)

    7800 Shore Front Parkway, Far Rockaway, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Dayton Towers East Playtime for its clean facilities, friendly staff, and pleasant location near the beach. The center receives strong ratings for its peaceful atmosphere and affordable pricing. Multiple reviewers highlight the quality of the building and overall environment.

    Clean facilitiesfriendly staffnice locationbeach proximity

Rating Distribution

Based on 13 daycares with Google ratings in Far Rockaway

4.5 - 5.0
6
4.0 - 4.4
6
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Far Rockaway, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.42avg rating
26 daycares · 13 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Far Rockaway zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
1169122
4.43
5

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Far Rockaway (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Daycare types in Far Rockaway

Child Daycare & Preschools 26Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Far Rockaway, New York

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Far Rockaway, New York, making up 4% of the 27 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Far Rockaway have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities, with 46% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 112 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Far Rockaway

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Community Mediation Services @ Ps 105 The Bay School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
420 Beach 51st Street, Far Rockaway, NY
Phone
(718) 474-8615

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Far Rockaway, New York, out of 27 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Far Rockaway have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 13 rated facilities. About 46% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Far Rockaway, 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
Far Rockaway offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 26 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Far Rockaway for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Far Rockaway 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.