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Licensed Daycare in Melville, New York

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

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 Melville 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 Melville typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Melville?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Melville

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 Melville 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: 121 kids

ZIP codes covered

11747 8

Program types in Melville

All Melville licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

Crestwood Country Day

Melville

48 Toddlers, 188 Preschoolers Cap 236

D Licensed Center

David Joshua Berg Nursery School at Temple Beth Torah

Melville

62 Toddlers, 96 Preschoolers Cap 158

D Licensed Center

Driftwood Day Camp LLC

Melville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 122

L Licensed Center

Luvvy's Playhouse Inc.

Melville

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

M Licensed Center

Melville Jewish Center

Melville

School Age (5+) Cap 65

P Licensed Center

Primrose of Melville

Melville

24 Infants, 36 Toddlers, 67 Preschoolers and 14 School-Aged Children Cap 141

R Licensed Center

REACH Community And Youth Agency, Inc.

Melville

School Age (5+) Cap 50

T Licensed Center

Tutor Time Learning Centers

Melville

Infants & Toddlers Cap 183

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 Melville, New York?

Our directory lists 8 licensed childcare centers in Melville, 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 Melville?

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 Melville 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 Melville typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Melville?

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 Melville 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.