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Licensed Daycare in Jamaica, New York

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Jamaica, New York?

Our directory lists 192 licensed childcare centers in Jamaica, 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 Jamaica?

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 Jamaica 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 Jamaica typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Jamaica?

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 .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

192

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Jamaica

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 Jamaica 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: 53 kids

ZIP codes covered

11434 81 11435 31 11432 29 11433 28 11436 16 11412 4 11423 3 11420 2

Program types in Jamaica

All Jamaica licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Aunty Jean's Place, Inc. @ Paccor Kid's

Jamaica

School Age (5+) Cap 15

A Licensed Center

Ayala-Marrero, Dayra

Jamaica

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

A Licensed Center

Ayras Creative Corner Daycare LLC

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

BEAS Bright Beginnings Day Care

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

BIG THREE II GROUP FAMILY DAY CARE LLC

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF METRO QUEENS, INC.

Jamaica

Infants & Toddlers Cap 220

B Licensed Center

BRITE MINDS DAYCARE CORPORATION

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Barlow, Arlene

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Believe and Achieve, LLC

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Beverly's Creative Minds

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Bindadin, Shakuntela

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Blake's Kiddie Academy

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Blanco Silva, Angel

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Bright Future and Mind Daycare Center

Jamaica

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12

B Licensed Center

Bright Start Early Learning Academy

Jamaica

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Jamaica, New York?

Our directory lists 192 licensed childcare centers in Jamaica, 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 Jamaica?

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 Jamaica 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 Jamaica typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Jamaica?

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 Jamaica 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.