State-Sourced

Licensed Daycare in New York, New York

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

938
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in New York

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 New York 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
56 kids

All New York licensed centers

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M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

440 School-Aged Children Cap 440
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

60 School-Aged Children Cap 60
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

Preschool (2-5) Cap 235
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

246 School-Aged Children Cap 246
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

Infants & Toddlers Cap 250
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

School Age (5+) Cap 145
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

School Age (5+) Cap 457
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

647 School-Aged Children Cap 647
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

29 Preschoolers and 269 School-Aged Children Cap 298
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

134 School-Aged Children Cap 134
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

100 School-Aged Children Cap 100
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

140 School-Aged Children Cap 140
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc.

New York

180 School-Aged Children Cap 180
M Licensed Center

Manhattan Youth Recreation and Resources, Inc. @ Clinton M 260

New York

390 School-Aged Children Cap 390
M Licensed Center

Mentoring in Medicine, Inc.

New York

80 School-Aged Children Cap 80

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in New York, New York?
Our directory lists 938 licensed childcare centers in New York, 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 New York?
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 New York 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 New York typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in New York?
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 New York 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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