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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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Casita Maria, Inc.

New York

108 School-Aged Children Cap 108
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Cassandra's Day Care, Inc.

New York

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

New York

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

New York

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

New York

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

New York

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

New York

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

New York

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8
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Caterpillar to Butterfly Day Care Inc.

New York

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Cathedral Church of St. John The Divine Act Program

New York

101 School-Aged Children Cap 101
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Catholic Charities Community Services @PS 132

New York

199 School-Aged Children Cap 199
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Catholic Charities Community Services, Archdiocese of New York @ IS 143

New York

Preschool (2-5) Cap 152
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Cedeno, Thomasina

New York

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

New York

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

New York

Preschool (2-5) Cap 5

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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