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Licensed Daycare in Elmont, New York

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

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 Elmont 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 Elmont typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Elmont?

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 .

43 licensed daycares in Elmont, 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 Elmont

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 Elmont 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: 109 kids

ZIP codes covered

11003 43

Program types in Elmont

All Elmont licensed centers

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S Licensed Center

Sally's Daycare LLC

Elmont

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

S Licensed Center

Sheriff Safe Hands Day Care

Elmont

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

S Licensed Center

Smiley Children Corp.

Elmont

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

S Licensed Center

Sophia's Funhouse Daycare, Corp.

Elmont

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

S Licensed Center

Splendid Inti Child Care LLC

Elmont

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

T Licensed Center

Taylor Mitchell, Phyllis

Elmont

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

T Licensed Center

The Meacham Child Care Center LLC

Elmont

School Age (5+) Cap 76

T Licensed Center

Treehouse 33 Corp.

Elmont

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

U Licensed Center

Urbano, Nelly

Elmont

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

V Licensed Center

Victoria Salazar, Nataly

Elmont

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

W Licensed Center

Wasi, Nadine

Elmont

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

W Licensed Center

Wilkay's Learning Center

Elmont

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

W Licensed Center

Wilson, Theresa

Elmont

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

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

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

Our directory lists 43 licensed childcare centers in Elmont, 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 Elmont?

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 Elmont 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 Elmont typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Elmont?

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 Elmont 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.