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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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B Licensed Center

Brite Adventure Center @ Bright Beginnings After School

Jamaica

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40

B Licensed Center

Brown, Cynthia

Jamaica

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

B Licensed Center

Brown, Donna

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

CAROUSEL EARLY LEARNING INC.

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

COMFORT CHILD CARE

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

Camm Day Care

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

Caraballo, Krystal

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

Care Bear Early Learning, Inc

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

Castillo Torres, Genesis

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

Child Center of NY @ PS 182Q

Jamaica

301 School-Aged Children Cap 301

C Licensed Center

Children's Creation Station Inc.

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

Clelland, Derleen

Jamaica

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12

C Licensed Center

Commonpoint Queens

Jamaica

317 School-Aged Children Cap 317

C Licensed Center

Correa Palomino, Valentina

Jamaica

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

C Licensed Center

Crump, Celina

Jamaica

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

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.