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
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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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The Educational Alliance, Inc.

New York

329 School-Aged Children Cap 329
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The Explorers Daycare

New York

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12
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The Fun Playhouse Daycare Corp.

New York

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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The Harlem-Dowling Children's Service@ W. Side Ctr. ASP 36

New York

70 Preschoolers and 136 School-Aged Children Cap 206
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The Hudson Guild @26th Street

New York

130 School-Aged Children Cap 130
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The Hudson Guild, Inc. @ PS 191

New York

92 School-Aged Children Cap 92
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The Hunter College Child Center, Inc.

New York

13 School-Aged Children Cap 13
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The Kids Place Daycare Corp

New York

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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The Little Sprouts Forest Daycare LLC

New York

11 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 11
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The Lower Eastside Girls Club of New York, Inc.

New York

300 School-Aged Children Cap 300
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The Magic Footprints Daycare Corp

New York

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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The Noel Pointer Foundation, Inc.

New York

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44
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The Peanuts Bunch Child Care Corp

New York

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

New York

104 School-Aged Children Cap 104
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The Young Women's Christian Association of the City of New York

New York

School Age (5+) Cap 75

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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