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Licensed Daycare in Brooklyn, New York

3,107 licensed daycares in Brooklyn, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.

3,107
Licensed Centers
159
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Brooklyn

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 Brooklyn 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
51 kids

All Brooklyn licensed centers

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R Licensed Center

R & L's Kids Academy Group Family Day Care

Brooklyn

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

R & L's Kids Academy Group Family Daycare 2

Brooklyn

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

RAVEN LEARNING CENTER, INC. INF/TODDLER

Brooklyn

Infants & Toddlers Cap 10
R Preschool

RAVEN'S EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER INC. DBA. RAVEN'S DAY CARE

Brooklyn

School Age (5+) Cap 191
R Licensed Center

REACH LEARNING LLC

Brooklyn

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

RED HAT DAY CARE CENTER, INC.

Brooklyn

Preschool (2-5) Cap 55
R Preschool

RED HOOK PLAYGROUP

Brooklyn

Preschool (2-5) Cap 50
R Preschool

REDEEMER-ST. JOHN'S NURSERY SCHOOL

Brooklyn

Preschool (2-5) Cap 35
R Licensed Center

REGINA GROUP FAMILY DAY CARE, INC

Brooklyn

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

REIGN GROUP FAMILY CHILD CARE LLC

Brooklyn

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

RFCUNY @ Langston Hughes Cornerstone

Brooklyn

48 School-Aged Children Cap 48
R Licensed Center

RFCUNY Brooklyn College Community Partnership @ Erasmus HS

Brooklyn

131 School-Aged Children Cap 131
R Licensed Center

RFCUNY Community Roots Charter School @ PS 287

Brooklyn

114 School-Aged Children Cap 114
R Licensed Center

RFCUNY@FLATBUSH BEACON CENTER

Brooklyn

Infants & Toddlers Cap 210
R Licensed Center

RIGHT ENVIRONMENT LLC

Brooklyn

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

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Brooklyn, New York?
Our directory lists 3,107 licensed childcare centers in Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn?
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 Brooklyn 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 Brooklyn typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Brooklyn?
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 Brooklyn 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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