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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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Right at School, LLC

Brooklyn

School Age (5+) Cap 50
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Right at School, LLC

Brooklyn

180 School-Aged Children Cap 180
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Right at School, LLC

Brooklyn

School Age (5+) Cap 65
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Rise Up & Walk Youth Outreach Center Inc

Brooklyn

80 School-Aged Children Cap 80
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RiseBoro Comm Partnership Inc @ JHS 296

Brooklyn

279 School-Aged Children Cap 279
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RiseBoro Community Partnership Inc. @ P.S. 86

Brooklyn

Preschool (2-5) Cap 245
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RiseBoro Community Partnership Inc. @ RiseBoro Youth Center

Brooklyn

238 School-Aged Children Cap 238
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Riseboro Community Partnership Inc.

Brooklyn

80 School-Aged Children Cap 80
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Rising Starr Group Family Day Care

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Rissie Group Family Day Care

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 14
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Roads To Success

Brooklyn

School Age (5+) Cap 175
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Roads To Success

Brooklyn

96 School-Aged Children Cap 96
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Robinson, Treshawna

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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