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Kids Connection@ACDS
5.0
As a first time mom, the thought of daycare was scary. My husband and I toured Kids Connection and were so impressed. We decided to enroll our son and he began his journey in daycare in late April of this year. Well, it has been nothing short of amazing. He is so well adjusted and loved, he is...
- Heather C.
Little Stepping Stones Group Family Daycare
5.0
Our 4 month old twins currently attend Little Stepping Stones. We could't be happier. Claudia and all of her staff are amazing and so attentive. The facility is clean and always organized. My babies are always happy to see her and she really works with them throughout the day in helping to...
- Missy A.
Ready, Set, Grow Daycare
5.0
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Ready, Set, Grow! Jo, Johnna, and the whole staff are amazing. Our son attended for the last 3.5 years, and we could not have been happier with the love, education, and care he received. Each teacher cares for each child, as if they are their own and it is such a warm and inviting...
- Care member
Three Steps Group Family Day Care LLC
5.0
My daughter has attended Three Steps Group Family Daycare since she was 10 weeks old; she is almost 8 months now and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives. They are very accommodating time wise if I need to drop my baby off earlier or pick her up later. Darlene is knowledgeable in what...
- Isabell J.
Little Tulip Early Learning Center
5.0
Great space for children to spend their time to learn and play when I'm at work!
- Kwansin W.
Daycares in Hempstead, NY
Kids Connection@ACDS
4 Fern Place, Plainview, NY
5.0
(2)
Kids Connection@ACDS is currently enrolling for our Infant/Toddler, and Preschool Program.
Kids Connection, a New York State Licensed, DSS approved day care program provides an enriched Early Childhood Program for children ages 6 weeks to 5 years.
The program operates from 7am to 5:30pm to...
5.0
"Quality of care will exceed your expectations! Teachers are warm, nurturing, and provide a safe learning environment for children."
Kristin A.
Little Stepping Stones Group Family Daycare
265 N Pine Street, Massapequa, NY
5.0
(8)
A place where you can begin developing your child's education. A fun loving environment where your child is our #1 priority. Competitive prices, clean environment. Quality child care, where we make learning fun.
We care for children 6 weeks to 12 years and our facility offers the following;
-...
5.0
"Our 4 month old twins currently attend Little Stepping Stones. We could't be happier. Claudia and all of her staff are amazing and so attentive. The facility is clean and always organized. My babies are always happy to see her and she really works with them...
Missy A.
Ready, Set, Grow Daycare
1010 Merrick Ave, Merrick, NY
5.0
(6)
We provide quality child-care services in a Group Family Daycare setting for children 18 months - 5 years of age. We offer a child-care curriculum filled with age appropriate activities that will foster cognitive, social, educational and recreational child development. Our main philosophy is to...
5.0
"LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Ready, Set, Grow! Jo, Johnna, and the whole staff are amazing. Our son attended for the last 3.5 years, and we could not have been happier with the love, education, and care he received. Each teacher cares for each child, as if they are their own...
Care member
Three Steps Group Family Day Care LLC
865 Edwards Blvd, Valley Stream, NY
5.0
(3)
Three Steps Group Family Daycare LLC offers a safe, nurturing environment where your child will get the attention and care that he or she needs. We are a NYS Licensed Group Family Daycare. Our ratio of children to adults is always within state guidelines - and often even lower - to make certain...
5.0
"My daughter has attended Three Steps Group Family Daycare since she was 10 weeks old; she is almost 8 months now and I couldn't be happier with the care she receives. They are very accommodating time wise if I need to drop my baby off earlier or pick her up later....
Isabell J.
Little Tulip Early Learning Center
3937 Little Neck Pkwy, Little Neck, NY
5.0
(1)
Little Tulip Early Learning Center is a NYS-licensed Group Family Day Care Center located in Little Neck, Queens, New York. The mission of the Little Tulip Early Learning Center is to provide a safe, high quality and affordable child care service to our community. We offer both full and part-time...
5.0
"Great space for children to spend their time to learn and play when I'm at work!"
Kwansin W.
Little Leadership Academy
13136 Hook Creek Blvd. Side Door, Rosedale, NY
5.0
(3)
We are a Christian Preschool that offers a high-quality education to toddlers who are preparing for school. All of our preschoolers graduate with the ability to read and write, prepared for their future education. Our behavior training is exceptional with a focus on how God would want us to treat...
5.0
"Little Leadership Academy is a very caring and fun environment to be in and the teachers are awesome and show their love for teaching children!! LLA is a breath of fresh air and an environment all children should experience."
Stephen A
BrainBridge Learning Adventure
420 N. Main Street, Freeport, NY
5.0
(1)
Our program is designed to have children reach their highest potential with academics, social skills, and world culture. We offer three languages: French, Spanish, and American Sign Language. Each employee has extensive childcare experience, NYS trainings. Our staff is comprised of certified...
Tobay Day School Inc
140 Syosset Woodbury Rd, Syosset, NY
5.0
(2)
Tobay Day School is a non-sectarian school for two, three, and four year old children. We operate with a modified cooperative structure which means that family participation is not only welcome but encouraged. At Tobay, every effort is made to make the preschool experience as happy and productive as...
5.0
"An amazing staff with so much heart and caring mindset. It's wonderful seeing our son going to get excited about going to school every day. The teachers really make an effort to engage the kids and develop them in a very individualized way what an amazing place!"
Bri F
Miss Karen's Child Care
751 Clifford Ct, Baldwin, NY
5.0
(2)
We are currently enrolling preschoolers for summer camp 2023 and for the 2023 - 2024 school year!
Give your child a head start on learning!
NYS Licensed.
Private Setting.
Trained Staff.
Preschool Curriculum.
Kindergarten readiness.
5.0
"Best childcare in the area! My kid can't wait to go to school every morning!!!"
Cristina
Little Gardens Childcare
470 East Meadow Ave, East Meadow, NY
5.0
(6)
Accepting children from 18-mo to 12 Years old. Before/After school welcome, DSS excepted. Part time and Full day Pre-K avail. Educational based daycare. full curriculum.
5.0
"My children love it here. They have both grown so much emotionally, socially, and academically since starting at Little Gardens. The staff is wonderful and my children (and I) love their teacher. I couldn't have asked for anything better!"
Lauren P.
Precious Kids Country
1150 Hicksville Rd, Massapequa, NY
4.6
(11)
Precious Kids Country or PKC as we like to call it is a learning and development center that provides high quality childcare for kids from ages 6 weeks through pre-k. We pride ourselves in providing a family atmosphere for both parents and students to learn and grow.
5.0
"My daughter has been in the daycare since she was an infant. She loves all her teachers and friends. We love that there is such a sense of family and community."
Stephanie
Family Treehouse Daycare
228 Keller Ave, Elmont, NY
4.0
(2)
5.0
(3)
5.0
"My son is now 3. We tried a few centers before we found All Stars. He within 3 days he was so incredibly happy and comfortable! We fell in love with this center! We LOVE the staff! "
Amna B.
Kim's Playschool
921 Preston Rd, East Meadow, NY
5.0
(2)
Here at Kim's Playschool we teach while having fun. A structured yet friendly environment with nutritious snacks and meals provided. We encourage creativity during our craft and playtime. Kim will help with potty training along with helping your child prepare for kindergarten. 20 years NYS licensed...
5.0
"Wonderful experience! Kim is very attentive to the children. My daughter had lots of fun while learning at the same time."
Gina
Jewish Early Learning Center
2174 Hewlett Ave, Merrick, NY
5.0
(1)
The Jewish Early Learning Center welcomes children ages 1 - 4 years and provides each child with a safe, warm environment. It uses the SPICES approach to education, which encourages children to develop socially, physically, intellectually, creatively, emotionally and spiritually. The curriculum...
5.0
"A safe, warm, and loving environment for children to learn and grow!"
Meira
Amazing Grace Nursery
1948 BYRON AVE, Elmont, NY
5.0
(4)
Amazing Grace Nursery is a natural learning oasis for growing minds. We offer a culturally engaging, family-centered, nature loving, fun-filled environment for children at all ages. Our educational childcare services combine project based, sensory activities geared at cultivating the child's...
5.0
"Aunt Grace and Ms. Katonia are two of the sweetest people I've ever met. I was traveling to New York for two weeks and I needed child care for my daughter and boy did they deliver more than I expected! The facility is clean, aesthetically pleasing and extremely...
Shunelle N.
Miss Thea's Creative Kidz Childcare Inc.
11 Harbour Rd, Massapequa, NY
5.0
(1)
Miss Thea's Creative Kidz Child Care.
High quality childcare at its best for working parents.
Newly renovated/Celebrating our 12th year.
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool
516-308-3274 917-304-5886
Open 6 a.m.-6 p.m., full 1/2 day program / Extended evenings available
Quality educational...
5.0
"Great place, warm and friendly family beautiful cozy setting. Fantastic staff . The place is terrific. Mrs. Thea and Mr. Garth are down to earth Christian like people. They do a lot with the children to get them ready for school. They even offer Spanish to...
Melissa
Ready Set Grow Learning Academy
63 Babylon Turnpike, Freeport, NY
5.0
(2)
Ready Set Grow Learning Academy, Inc. provides a stimulating and safe environment for children ages 6 weeks to twelve years old. Run as a family operation, Ready, Set, Grow is the fun, affordable alternative with the best quality you can find in town.
We seek to stimulate and develop children's...
5.0
"I tried to enroll my child and the program was open and honest regarding still being in the licensing process nearing the end. It was refreshing to see such a clean facility that was still being worked on. I plan to enroll my child, he's already on the waiting...
Mrs. R
Meek and Gentle Childcare
19427 115th Avenue, Saint Albans, NY
5.0
(1)
Meek & Gentle Child Care, Inc. strives to establish a God centered, nurturing and safe environment for the children in our care. The school provides a stimulating environment, which will develop the full potential of the whole child as a lifelong learner and responsible citizen.
5.0
"Great school. Both my kids started at that age of 3 months up until turning 5 years old. Meek and Gentle has prepared them for Pre-K and Kindergarten. My grand-daughter is now enrolled."
Beatrice L.
The Wright Academy
27 Jay St., Hicksville, NY
5.0
(3)
Our mission is to develop young children with creative and active minds.
We accomplish this by providing a unique and affordable child development program in a setting were students are able to experience through different activities such as Science, Math, Literacy, Art, Music, Dance, Sports, and...
5.0
"Griselda was highly recommended by a friend, she now takes care of my children. The kids have such a hard time leaving her home! Which as a parent makes me feel super comfortable knowing that they are in great hands. The kids are always raving about how much fun...
Ileana P
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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Hempstead, NY
What are the benefits of daycare near me in Hempstead, NY?
Daycare centers near you in Hempstead, NY offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.
What services do daycare centers offer near me in Hempstead, NY?
Daycares near you in Hempstead, NY provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.
What should I look for in a daycare center near me in Hempstead, NY?
Finding the right daycare center near you in Hempstead, NY for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.
What questions should I ask when looking for a daycare for my child near me in Hempstead, NY?
Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Hempstead, NY include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.
Ratings for Hempstead, NY daycares listed on Care.com
Average Rating5.0 / 5
Daycares in Hempstead, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews of the 60 listed daycares.