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Licensed Daycare in East Elmhurst, New York

Q: What's the average daycare cost in East Elmhurst?

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 East Elmhurst 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 East Elmhurst typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in East Elmhurst?

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 .

This directory mirrors the state's child care licensing records. Click any provider for the full profile, age groups served, and current license status.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in East Elmhurst

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 East Elmhurst 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: 29 kids

ZIP codes covered

11369 58 11370 15

Program types in East Elmhurst

All East Elmhurst licensed centers

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E Licensed Center

ESTELITA'S DAYCARE 2 INC.

East Elmhurst

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

E Licensed Center

ESTELITA'S DAYCARE 3 INC.

East Elmhurst

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

E Licensed Center

Estrellitas Day Care Inc.

East Elmhurst

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

F Licensed Center

Fernandez, Doris

East Elmhurst

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

F Licensed Center

Fly High Butterfly

East Elmhurst

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

G Licensed Center

GARDEN OF THE FUTURE DAYCARE LLC

East Elmhurst

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

G Licensed Center

GRANNY'S DAYCARE CORPORATION

East Elmhurst

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

G Licensed Center

Galvez, Luz

East Elmhurst

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

G Licensed Center

Growing Little Minds Inc.

East Elmhurst

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

G Licensed Center

Growing Little Sprouts LLC

East Elmhurst

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

J Licensed Center

J&D Day Care Corporation

East Elmhurst

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

J Licensed Center

Jerez, Jimena

East Elmhurst

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

J Licensed Center

Jimenez, Doris

East Elmhurst

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

L Licensed Center

LISSETTE DAY CARE CENTER, CORP.

East Elmhurst

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

L Licensed Center

LITTLE SUNRISE DAY CARE LLC

East Elmhurst

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

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in East Elmhurst, New York?

Our directory lists 72 licensed childcare centers in East Elmhurst, 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 East Elmhurst?

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 East Elmhurst 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 East Elmhurst typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in East Elmhurst?

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 East Elmhurst 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.