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Licensed Daycare in Staten Island, New York

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

Our directory lists 277 licensed childcare centers in Staten Island, 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 Staten Island?

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 Staten Island 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 Staten Island typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Staten Island?

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 .

Each provider on this page is verified through the state's public child care licensing search. Cost figures are city-wide averages from CCAA reporting.

277

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Staten Island

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 Staten Island 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: 45 kids

ZIP codes covered

10303 47 10304 45 10314 40 10301 36 10310 31 10305 21 10302 18 10312 17

Program types in Staten Island

All Staten Island licensed centers

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I Licensed Center

IN MOTION 2K INC

Staten Island

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

J Licensed Center

Jayaweera, Nethma

Staten Island

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

J Licensed Center

Jean- Baptiste, Myrtha

Staten Island

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

J Licensed Center

Jean- Baptiste, Myrtha

Staten Island

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

J Licensed Center

John- Baptiste, Esther

Staten Island

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

J Licensed Center

Johnson's Creative Family Daycare

Staten Island

Infants & Toddlers Cap 10

J Licensed Center

Johnson, Ava

Staten Island

Infants & Toddlers Cap 12

J Licensed Center

Joyner, Brittney

Staten Island

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

J Licensed Center

Juddy Daycare Corp.

Staten Island

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

K Licensed Center

KIDDIE GROUP 331 INC

Staten Island

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

K Licensed Center

KINDER ON KELL INC.

Staten Island

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

K Licensed Center

KLH KIDS LOVE HOME LLC

Staten Island

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

K Licensed Center

Khan, Mishal

Staten Island

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

K Licensed Center

Kollie, Lorpu

Staten Island

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

L Licensed Center

LITTLE VISIONARIES INC.

Staten Island

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

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Staten Island, New York?

Our directory lists 277 licensed childcare centers in Staten Island, 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 Staten Island?

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 Staten Island 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 Staten Island typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Staten Island?

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 Staten Island 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.