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Licensed Daycare in West Hempstead, New York

23 licensed daycares in West Hempstead, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.

23
Licensed Centers
0
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in West Hempstead

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 West Hempstead 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
22 kids

ZIP codes covered

All West Hempstead licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

ABC 123 Childcare

West Hempstead

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

Bright Little Minds

West Hempstead

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

CIRCLE TIME DAYCARE, INC.

West Hempstead

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12
G Licensed Center

Gan Amy Day Care Center Inc.

West Hempstead

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

HOPEBERRY DAYCARE CORP

West Hempstead

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

Island Sunshines

West Hempstead

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 14
J Licensed Center

Joyful Noise

West Hempstead

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

Kiddie Klubhouse Day Care Inc.

West Hempstead

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

Kiddie Klubhouse Tots Inc.

West Hempstead

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

Little Hands Group Family Day Care

West Hempstead

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

Long live the children 2 corp

West Hempstead

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

Luna Lynn Daycare Inc.

West Hempstead

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

MINI BLOSSOMS DAYCARE, INC.

West Hempstead

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

Momma's Den Daycare Inc.

West Hempstead

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

Ohr Simcha Day Care

West Hempstead

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

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Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in West Hempstead, New York?
Our directory lists 23 licensed childcare centers in West Hempstead, 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 West Hempstead?
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 West Hempstead 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 West Hempstead typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in West Hempstead?
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 West Hempstead 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.

Search 23 Licensed Centers in West Hempstead

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