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Licensed Daycare in Baldwin, New York

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Baldwin?

Statewide averages in New York run roughly $2050/month for infants and $1430/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Baldwin daycares?

All licensed New York centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:9 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Baldwin typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Baldwin?

New York families can apply for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

52 licensed daycares in Baldwin, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Baldwin

ChildCare Aware reports the New York average full-time cost at $2,050/month for infant care and $1,430/month for preschool. City-level prices in Baldwin vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. New York families may also qualify for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437).

Full New York licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:9
Avg capacity: 34 kids

ZIP codes covered

11510 54

Program types in Baldwin

All Baldwin licensed centers

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2 Licensed Center

2 Bright Little Minds Childcare Inc.

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

A Licensed Center

AX ADVENTURE KIDS DAYCARE CORP.

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

A Licensed Center

Ana's Happy Place Day Care

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

B Licensed Center

Believe Group Family Daycare

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

C Licensed Center

CREATIVE ADVENTURER’S MINDS DAY CARE INC.

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

C Licensed Center

Cathy's Daycare Inc.

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

D Licensed Center

D'Little Angels, Inc.

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12

D Licensed Center

DREAMING ANGELS LLC

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

D Licensed Center

Davis, Arnetta

Baldwin

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8

E Licensed Center

Enlightened Minds Day Care

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

F Licensed Center

Futuros Brillantes Daycare, Inc.

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

G Licensed Center

Genesis Day Care

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

H Licensed Center

HAPPY SPEAK LANGUAGE-BASED CHILD CARE PROGRAM, LLC

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

H Licensed Center

HARBOR STEP- BY- STEP FAMILY DAYCARE LLC

Baldwin

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

H Licensed Center

Heavens Little Angels

Baldwin

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Baldwin, New York?

Our directory lists 52 licensed childcare centers in Baldwin, New York, sourced from NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Baldwin?

Statewide averages in New York run roughly $2050/month for infants and $1430/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Baldwin daycares?

All licensed New York centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:9 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Baldwin typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Baldwin?

New York families can apply for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Baldwin daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.