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Licensed Daycare in Brooklyn, New York

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Q: 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 .

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

ZIP codes covered

11219 238 11236 182 11207 177 11208 171 11215 134 11212 134 11218 117 11221 114

Program types in Brooklyn

All Brooklyn licensed centers

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Shiloh Family and Group Day Care LLC

Brooklyn

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

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Shimonov, Margarita

Brooklyn

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

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Shining Starz

Brooklyn

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

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Shirley Chisholm Daycare

Brooklyn

60 School-Aged Children Cap 60

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Shlomes Gan Inc

Brooklyn

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

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Shorefront Y Stars @ P.S. 225

Brooklyn

300 School-Aged Children Cap 300

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Shorefront YM-YWHA of Brighton-Manhattan Beach, Inc.

Brooklyn

School Age (5+) Cap 156

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Shostakovich Music Art & Sport Play School

Brooklyn

8 School-Aged Children Cap 8

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Siberie, Nicole

Brooklyn

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

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Simcha Kinder Inc

Brooklyn

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

S Infant Care

Simche Kinder

Brooklyn

Infants & Toddlers Cap 50

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Sinclair, Yvette

Brooklyn

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

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Sipuk Center

Brooklyn

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

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Sitnikova, Svetlana

Brooklyn

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

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Slesarevich, Tatsiana

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.