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Best Before or After School Daycare in Fresh Meadows, NY

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Fresh Meadows. Average rating: 3.99/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Fresh Meadows, New York at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.99/5
Parent reviews
71
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Fresh Meadows has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 71 parent reviews averaging 3.99/5.The largest concentration is in 11365 with 13 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Fresh Meadows

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
    Little Medows Ecc
    4.47 score
    4.7(10)

    67-25 188 Street, Fresh Meadows, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Little Meadows ECC for exceptional staff professionalism, caring approach, and strong Early Intervention and special needs programs. Children show significant developmental progress in speech, social skills, and independence. Communication with parents is regular and accessible through multiple channels.

    Passionate and dedicated staffclean facilitiesexcellent Early Intervention programstrong special needs support with therapy service
  2. 2
    Qhc C&Ma Afterschool
    4.27 score
    4.4(10)

    65-15 164th Street, Fresh Meadows, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    QHC C&MA Afterschool is a multi-language church-based center in Fresh Meadows with mixed reviews. While many parents praise the friendly staff, family-oriented environment, and community involvement, others report negative experiences including rude teachers, poor treatment related to payment issues, and concerns about inclusivity.

    friendly and welcoming stafffamily-oriented environmentmulti-language services (Chinese and English)community support programs
  3. 3
    Little Friends House II
    3.38 score
    3.2(17)

    75-41 164 Street, Fresh Meadows, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Little Friends House II receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents praising the caring, experienced staff and developmentally appropriate educational approach. However, one parent reported serious concerns about unlicensed operation, refund issues, and unresponsive management. The facility has been operating since 1981 with many long-term staff members.

    Caring and attentive staffexperienced teachers with long tenuredevelopmentally appropriate curriculumeducational focus preparing children for school
  4. 4
    New Milestone Afterschool Program
    3.35 score
    2.8(6)

    158-13 72 Avenue, Fresh Meadows, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    NEW MILESTONE AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM has highly polarized reviews. Some parents praise the staff and program quality, while others report serious concerns including alleged discrimination against children with disabilities, unprofessional front desk staff, and incomplete homework assistance. The center is reportedly under investigation by DOE and Department of Mental Health.

    Caring and helpful stafflong-term student satisfactionexcellent program quality

Rating Distribution

Based on 7 daycares with Google ratings in Fresh Meadows

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Fresh Meadows, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

3.82avg rating
13 daycares · 6 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
2 daycares

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Fresh Meadows zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
1136513
4.12
2

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Fresh Meadows (– 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

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Fresh Meadows based on parent reviews

Home Sweet Home Children'S School

5(1)

196-17 53rd Avenue, Fresh Meadows, NY

One parent highlights the enriching, hands-on nature of the pre-K program, citing caring teachers and engaging activities like gardening and composting. However, they note that the English curriculum progressed slowly, with the child only mastering uppercase letters by the end of the term.

caring teachersenriching activitieshands-on learning

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Daycare types in Fresh Meadows

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Church Daycare 2Before or After School Daycare 1

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Before or After School Daycare in Fresh Meadows, New York

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Fresh Meadows, New York, making up 6% of the 16 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 Fresh Meadows have an average rating of 3.99 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities, with 29% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 71 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Fresh Meadows, 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 Fresh Meadows

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Home Sweet Home Children'S School
Before or After School Daycare
5

One parent highlights the enriching, hands-on nature of the pre-K program, citing caring teachers and engaging activities like gardening and composting. However, they note that the English curriculum progressed slowly, with the child only mastering uppercase letters by the end of the term.

caring teachersenriching activitieshands-on learning
Address
196-17 53rd Avenue, Fresh Meadows, NY
Phone
(718) 357-9738

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Fresh Meadows, New York, out of 16 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 Fresh Meadows have an average Google rating of 3.99 out of 5 across 7 rated facilities. About 29% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Fresh Meadows, 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
Fresh Meadows offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 Fresh Meadows for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Fresh Meadows 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.