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Licensed Daycare in Syosset, New York

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

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 Syosset 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 Syosset typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Syosset?

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 .

Choosing childcare is one of the biggest decisions a family makes. We index every state-licensed provider so you can compare options side by side.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Syosset

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 Syosset 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: 96 kids

ZIP codes covered

11791 16

Program types in Syosset

All Syosset licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

Blooming Buds Learning Center

Syosset

Infants & Toddlers Cap 136

F Licensed Center

Faith Nursery School

Syosset

12 Toddlers, 33 Preschoolers Cap 45

G Licensed Center

Greentrees Country Day

Syosset

Preschool (2-5) Cap 86

J Licensed Center

Janice M. Lustig Early Childhood Ctr. at Midway Jewish Ctr.

Syosset

School Age (5+) Cap 64

K Licensed Center

Kids By The Bunch

Syosset

Infants & Toddlers Cap 151

M Licensed Center

M.A.T.S.S. of Syosset, LTD

Syosset

16 Infants, 24 Toddlers, 71 Preschoolers and 41 School-Aged Children Cap 152

N Licensed Center

North Shore Synagogue Nursery School

Syosset

60 Toddlers, 106 Preschoolers Cap 166

V Licensed Center

Variety Child Learning Center

Syosset

344 Preschoolers Cap 344

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

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

Our directory lists 16 licensed childcare centers in Syosset, 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 Syosset?

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 Syosset 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 Syosset typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Syosset?

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 Syosset 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.