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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

ZIP codes covered

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

Program types in Brooklyn

Gfdc
1,462 centers
Preschool
761 centers
Sacc
550 centers
Infant Care
158 centers
Fdc
121 centers
All Age Camp
48 centers

All Brooklyn licensed centers

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Little Brooklyn Playschool

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Little Children's Greenhouse Day Care

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Little DayDreamers 2 Corporation

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12
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Little Dimples, Inc.

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Little Dreams Cafe, Inc.

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Little Dreams Family Childcare, LLC

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Little Flowers Family Group, Inc.

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

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

Brooklyn

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

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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