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We have 60 daycares in Port Jefferson, NY! Compare and find the best daycare to fit your needs.

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Noah's Ark Daycare

107 South St Port Jefferson, NY

4.0(6)

< 1 mi

Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Noah's Ark is a non-denominational, not for profit, childcare center with programs dedicated to the enrichment of children through a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment.

Care Member says "Such an incredible place for your child to learn and grow. My son has been enrolled for over a year now, and has learned so much from everyone there....

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Harbor View Daycare

605 Main Street Port Jefferson, NY

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Harbor View Daycare offers childcare from 6 weeks to 4 Years. We offer a curriculum around four key elements of development to ensure the growth of a whole child: Social, Emotional, Physical & Intellectual. We offer an educated, loving staff with a feeling of home. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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Harbor View Nursery School

605 Main St Port Jefferson, NY

< 1 mi

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Harbor View Nursery School based in Port Jefferson, NY is a nonprofit, parent co-operative, child-centered nursery school that serves children ages two to four years old. The school offers extensive programs where children learn through hands-on play and specifically developed to inspire prekindergarten children's love of learning.
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Early Discoveries Center

400 Sheep Pasture Rd Port Jefferson, NY

< 1 mi

Preschool
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Early Discoveries Center is a childcare provider that serves the community of Port Jefferson NY. It offers a warm and friendly environment and provides age-appropriate activities that develop children's mind, body and spirit. The center promotes balanced learning by integrating recreational activities with academics.
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Little Creations Academy

27 Beverly Lake Grove, NY

4.0(7)

7 mi

In-Home daycare
*FALL SPECIAL ON CHILDCARE* ------------------------------- Little Creations Academy Day Care is accepting enrollment applications for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. We have availability for the fall! We are located on a quiet dead end block in Lake Grove/Ronkonkoma. Our day care is conveniently lommmmcated 2.5 miles from the Ronkonkoma Long Island Rail Road. We provide a safe environment for your child, New York State licensed Group Day Care. Experienced Provider and Assistants certified in Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Health & Safety. Little Creations Academy includes a consistent daily curriculum that is fun and creative for all age groups, a spacious outdoor play area and provides nutritious meals and snacks. Hours of operation: Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 6pm For more information please call (631)648-7885 Visit our website: https://www.littlecreationacademy.com

Care Member says "Little creations Academy is amazing. The owner Miss Jeannine and her staff are loving caring, friendly, and professional. My kids have gone here now for...

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6685 - Tutor Time of Selden

635 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD MIDDLE ISLAND, NY

5.0(1)

7 mi

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational. It's social. And it's highly energetic. The secret ingredient is our LifeSmart curriculum, which creates fruitful, hands-on learning and confident self-expression. Inspired by Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, LifeSmart recognizes and embraces the different strengths and abilities of individual children. Those differences are embraced and used to drive a customized early education that addresses the specific needs of your child.

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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Playcare Of America, Inc.

25 Winfield Davis Dr. Coram, NY

4.0(4)

6 mi

Licensed child care program located in Coram, NY. We are a play based program accepting children ages 6 weeks-12 years old. Open 7 days a week 7am to Midnight! We accept subsidies/vouchers (DSS). Daycare owner is a former educator, with over 15 years of experience. Huge yard, plenty of toys, &amp; meals are included.

Savannah M says "Ms. KD & I used to teach at the same school. She always went above and beyond to make sure that her lessons were fun and engaging. She wasn't your...

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Kiddie Academy of Nesconset

62 LAKE AVE S NESCONSET, NY

5.0(1)

8 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare

5 Wendy Drive Farmingville, NY

5.0(3)

8 mi

Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare: 631-566-7886, www.Facebook.com/LittleKiddieEinsteinsDaycare Preschool, 5 Wendy Drive, Farmingville, NY 11738. Hours of Operation: 6:30am through 7:00pm. State Licensed | CPR &amp; First Aid &amp; Safety Certified. Welcoming Children: 6 weeks - 9 years. FULL-TIME/PART-TIME space available. * 10+ years of experience in Child Care. * 2 years of Early Childhood Development Education. - We provide 2 nutritious meals plus a snack. - We accept DSS Vouchers and Private methods of payment. - Kids will participate in age appropriate preschool activities and interactive learning through music &amp; movement as well as constructive play with arts &amp; crafts. - We will help your child with potty training, if needed. CALL NOW TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD! Limited space available! Contact: Ms. Nida 631-566-7886

Sara M. says "Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare is by far the best daycare around! I looked around at a few other daycares in the area before deciding on Little Kiddie...

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Kiddie Academy of Farmingville

2270 N OCEAN AVE FARMINGVILLE, NY

5.0(1)

9 mi

Preschool
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Kiddie Academy offers educational, age-specific child care programs. Our flexible, standard based curriculum is uniquely designed to help your child thrive in both school and life, while our safe and nurturing environment allows them to have fun while they learn. Learn more about what makes Kiddie Academy a leader in early childhood education.

Natalie V. says "My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care of my girls....

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4819 - Everbrook Academy of Smithtown/Nesconset

740 NY-347 SMITHTOWN, NY

5.0(1)

9 mi

Child care
Welcome to a place filled with warmth and light, smiles and laughter, fun and fitness, love and learning. Our school offers an engaging, nurturing environment for every child, during the most critical early years, starting in infancy. By adhering to high standards, we help mold inquisitive, confident kids, who are socially, physically, and academically prepared for school. As a 21st century preschool, our STEAM curriculum brings the world into every classroom. Integrated, hands-on learning experiences in Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts, and Math provide a foundation to ensure children are prepared to navigate a changing world. As they grow, your children will need to be makers and thinkers, and that's why this approach ensures that they thrive and develop the necessary skills to embark on their future. This school of today will prepare your child for the world of tomorrow.

Kayla S. says "Our family has had a wonderful experience at Everbrook for the last three years! The staff go above and beyond to develop relationships with children and...

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ALL ABOUT THE LITTLE ONES DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL

15 KNICKERBOCKER AVE UNIT 3 HOLBROOK, NY

5.0(1)

10 mi

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Our facility offers bright classrooms with age apporiated toy's, and a private fenced in playground. Your little one will feel safe, get plenty of one-on-one attention, and develop a love for learning through our unique approach to care. Each classroom offers theme based curriculum that is age apporiate for that class.

Tara P. says "My daughter has been with the center since she was 2 and it had been wonderful. We have had a wonderful experience here. The staff is amazing and work...

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It's About Time Children's Center

2 Minto Ct Centereach, NY

5.0(1)

6 mi

Conveniently located in Centereach, It's About Time Children's Center is now enrolling for Summer and Fall! Please read our Facebook reviews and give us a call if you like what you see! Further reference available upon request. We here at It's About Time Children's Center hold the core beliefs that: - Activities for your children should be age-appropriate as children learn through play and exploration of the world. Teachers should know what is and is not age-appropriate through relevant training and education. We use Creative Curriculum in order to accomplish this goal. - A child's earliest experiences will guide them through the rest of their lives. As parents, we need to embrace these experiences and make them a positive learning opportunity. Activities should not be forced and outdoor exploration and play are essential. - The daycare experience fosters the relationship with the parent in addition to the child. Having your child get the most out of Daycare only truly works with a relationship; knowing what the child is doing at home - behaviors, emerging skills, life events - so they can be fostered at our center. We are a Daycare with Connection. It's About Time Children's Center is... *Operated and instructed by Miss April; a Certified Teacher with a Master's Degree in Early Childhood Therapeutic Intervention and over 20 years experience in Early Childhood Education and as a provider of care for young children. *A Licensed and Insured NYS Group Family Daycare with a total capacity of up to 12 children, class size is small and intimate. *Accepts children, 18 months to 5 years old, older children for our afternoon program. *A safe, sanitary and secure environment with Video surveillance on premises. *Conveniently located off of Middle Country Road just west by Nicholls Road - an easy AM drop-off from your commute - 5 minutes from the LIE. *Thoroughly versed in the Middle Country school district curriculum. *Staffed by personnel who are NYS Fingerprinted, CPR and First Aid Certified and have completed background checks and cleared though the state. Staff have relevant experience and education and must continue a minimum set of onsite and offsite training per year. *A member of NAEYC, Council for exceptional children &amp; Child Care Council of Suffolk. *A Smoke-Free/Allergy-Friendly Child Care facility. You can visit us at: http://www.iatcc.com and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ItsAboutTimeChildrensCenter/

James A says "Very pleasant and clean environment. These people really are the real pros. Very attentive to the kids and to the parents. I feel very comfortable leaving...

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Paper Planes Early Learning Center

620 New York 25A Mount Sinai, NY

5.0(1)

3 mi

Paper Planes is an early childhood learning center providing education and care for children 6 weeks through 5 years old. We also offer summer camp for school-age children. Paper Planes was built on the idea that a childcare center must raise the bar for standard of care and quality in early childhood education. Quality care is providing unconditional love and care for children, treating them like our own.

Care Member says "Paper Planes is AMAZING. I was so nervous to send my baby off the daycare but he and I both love it. His teachers love him like their own. I feel so...

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Six Angels Family Daycare

6 Harford Drive Coram, NY

5.0(2)

6 mi

In-Home daycare
Everyday at Six Angels, we believe that from birth your child should be stimulated, guided, and encouraged in carefully planned activities that allow them to develop at their own optimum rate. My staff and I are certified by NYS.

Marianne R. says "I just have to say thank you so much for all you did for my son this past year. He has grown so much from being in your care and I couldn't be happier....

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Precious Kids

540 Horseblock Rd Suite 1 Farmingville, NY

5.0(9)

8 mi

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
It is our mission to provide quality childcare. Precious Kids is privately owned by a parent who had the same worries of young working mothers today. We know that choosing a childcare center can be difficult. The worries and guilt new mothers feel leaving your child are very stressful. But you can feel good knowing that your baby, toddler or preschooler is in the very best care you will find! We often staff better than the state ratios. We have been caring for children in Nassau County since 2005 and have a second location in Farmingville since 2017. Our program is conveniently located minutes from the LIE, Nichols Rd and North Ocean Ave. We accept children 6 weeks-5 years old. Our teachers and staff are not only experienced, but most importantly, nurturing and loving individuals who meet all state guidelines and certification requirements. Our classroom experiences are child initiated and teacher supported designed to encourage growth of gross and fine motor skills utilizing multi-sensory materials. Our program fosters curiosity, creativity and self esteem which will help your child acquire a love of learning. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum enhances social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth. Our Pre-K program completely prepares your child for kindergarten. We encourage you to come and visit to see how individualized care and attention can benefit your child. Make an appointment to come check us out, you won't be disappointed.

J N says "We absolutely love the staff and Precious Kids! The communication and safety is much better then our previous preschool and the curriculum is great! My 4 year...

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Kristina's Kids

11 Island Bay Ave Middle Island, NY

5.0(8)

7 mi

Recently I became a stay at home mom and would like to offer child care for no more than two children in my home. I have nearly 16 years experience in child care. I worked as a nanny for my niece from October 1999 to September 2004, raising her until she was off to Kindergarten. After this experience, I worked at Kiddie Academy in Wading River from September 2004 to March 2015. My main responsibility was as a lead Pre-K teacher. Other responsibilities included opening the school, managing staff, caring for school age children and getting them on the bus. Since then, I have become a proud mother of a baby girl. I feel that the first five years of a child's life are so precious and with that i want to combine my two child care experiences. I plan to provide stimulating activities to nurture each stage of development and wish to inspire developmentally appropriate growth while in a warm and comforting home environment. If you share my vision of how a child might spend their first precious years, please contact me for further information. Thank you for listening.

Christie K. says "Our daughter has been going to Christina since she was just about three months old being our first child and needing to center off to daycare to return...

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Happy Days Nursery

744 Old Medford Avenue Medford, NY

5.0(2)

10 mi

The Happy Days Program is based on the philosophy that most children can learn the skills necessary to succeed in school, that each child learns at his/her own rate and that success in learning will help to develop the child s self image. We at Happy Days Nursery feel that early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploration and discovery. Preschool children are creative and receptive. We strive to nurture and encourage these qualities in the children who attend. Our curriculum includes sharing and conversation time; stories, songs, and finger plays; creative art activities and crafts; games and large muscle activities; food preparation; science and nature activities; introduction to many cultures; exposure to shapes, colors, numbers and letters; and the celebration of birthdays and holidays.

Deanna says "My entire family had gone to Happy Days. From the original location in Patchogue where my now 30-something year old cousins went, my brother and I went and...

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Butterfly Kisses Childcare & Learning Ctr

41 Howe Rd Coram, NY

4.0(5)

6 mi

Preschool
In-Home daycare
Child care
Full day childcare and preschool. Ages 6 weeks to 5 years and school aged to siblings. Numerous rooms for your child to explore. Due to such high success, a second location is now open in Selden. Staff highly trained in ECD and CPR/First Aid. Very clean, safe, nurturing environment for your child to learn and explore

Jessica says "Great daycare! They work with your schedule, Love the children, have a reasonable rates, send picture updates, will work with special diet plans and does...

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6684 - Tutor Time of Middle Island

846 MIDDLE COUNTRY RD MIDDLE ISLAND, NY

5.0(1)

8 mi

Every child is different. Every child is one-of-a-kind. So at Tutor Time, every child's unique set of skills and interests are utilized to his or her advantage in the way that they learn, grow, build self-esteem, and develop their imagination. It's our job to bring out their best. Your child's day at Tutor Time is educational. It's social. And it's highly energetic. The secret ingredient is our LifeSmart curriculum, which creates fruitful, hands-on learning and confident self-expression. Inspired by Howard Gardner's multiple intelligences theory, LifeSmart recognizes and embraces the different strengths and abilities of individual children. Those differences are embraced and used to drive a customized early education that addresses the specific needs of your child.

Nicole P. says "We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough. More specifics:...

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Recent daycare reviews from local parents in Port Jefferson, NY

Daycares in Port Jefferson, NY are rated 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 6 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

Noah's Ark Daycare

Such an incredible place for your child to learn and grow. My son has been enrolled for over a year now, and has learned so much from...

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Little Creations Academy

Little creations Academy is amazing. The owner Miss Jeannine and her staff are loving caring, friendly, and professional. My kids have gone...

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6685 - Tutor Time of Selden

We have been beyond happy with the care that our daughter receives at Tutor Time! In short, we cannot recommend Tutor Time highly enough....

- Nicole P.

FAQs for finding daycares near you in Port Jefferson, NY

Daycare centers near you in Port Jefferson, 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.

Daycares near you in Port Jefferson, 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.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Port Jefferson, 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.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Port Jefferson, 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.

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