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Licensed Daycare in Brooklyn, New York

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

3,107
Licensed Centers
159
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Brooklyn

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 Brooklyn 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
51 kids

All Brooklyn licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

Bright Minds Group Family Daycare

Brooklyn

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

Bright Smiles CC 2.0 Corp

Brooklyn

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

Bright Smiles Childcare Corp

Brooklyn

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

Bright Start

Brooklyn

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

Bright and Early Jumpstart

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 14
B Licensed Center

Brighter Day Group Family Day Care

Brooklyn

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

Brighter Hope Group Family Daycare, LLC

Brooklyn

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

Broadhurst, Lilma

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn Amity School

Brooklyn

School Age (5+)
B Licensed Center

Brooklyn Beans, Inc.

Brooklyn

Infants & Toddlers Cap 200
B Licensed Center

Brooklyn Bureau Of Community Services

Brooklyn

92 School-Aged Children Cap 92
B Licensed Center

Brooklyn Bureau of Comm Ser PS 149

Brooklyn

168 School-Aged Children Cap 168
B Licensed Center

Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services @ I.S. 265

Brooklyn

166 School-Aged Children Cap 166
B Licensed Center

Brooklyn Bureau of Community Services @ NYCHA Seth Low

Brooklyn

71 School-Aged Children Cap 71
B Licensed Center

Brooklyn Children's Museum @ PS 189

Brooklyn

110 School-Aged Children Cap 110

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Brooklyn, New York?
Our directory lists 3,107 licensed childcare centers in Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn?
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 Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Brooklyn?
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 Brooklyn 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.

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