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Kiddie Academy of Farmingville

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

Kiddie Academy of Nesconset

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

Kiddie Academy of East Setauket

My children attended Kiddie Academy from 12 weeks until graduating Pre-K. The whole care team was loving, passionate, and took amazing care...

- Natalie V.

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It's About Time Children's Center

2 Minto Ct Centereach, NY

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...
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Our Savior Lutheran Church

140 Mark Tree Rd Centereach, NY

Child care
Preschool
Our Savior Lutheran Church, through its Our Savior New American School, offers early childhood educational programs for preschoolers and school-age kids. The company offers pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade learning programs. The company uses a Christian-based curriculum with a strong focus on phonics and literacy...
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Mama Nichole's Daycare

10 Taurgo Lane Centereach, NY

I am a fun loving, energetic, responsible and loyal childcare provider. I have been nannying for about 6 years and prior to that I was a daycare associate for 4 years. I now would like to take a few children into my own very safe home for childcare. I would like to help parents with low-cost but high-quality childcare. I live in...
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Kiddie Academy of Farmingville

2270 N OCEAN AVE FARMINGVILLE, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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...

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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Kiddie Academy of Nesconset

62 LAKE AVE S NESCONSET, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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...

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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Kiddie Academy of East Setauket

10 RESEARCH WAY EAST SETAUKET, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day 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...

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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ALL ABOUT THE LITTLE ONES DAYCARE AND PRESCHOOL

15 KNICKERBOCKER AVE UNIT 3 HOLBROOK, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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4819 - Everbrook Academy of Smithtown/Nesconset

740 NY-347 SMITHTOWN, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

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,...

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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Emanuel Lutheran Early Education Center

179 E MAIN ST PATCHOGUE, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

starting at
$745/mo
Faith based
Academic
Day Care
Preschool
Emanuel has been in Patchogue for over 60 years. Deciding to choose a preschool for your child’s education demonstrates you want what is best for your child. Emanuel is committed to working with the parent community to provide a nurturing environment to foster the growth of children intellectually, spiritually, physically and...

Ketty L. says "They are the best! They care for my daughter and for everyone."

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0060 - Childtime of Hauppauge

157 ADAMS AVE HAUPPAUGE, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
At Childtime, your child gets what he or she needs to develop their best mind, their love of learning, their personality, their bright future. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach, central to our educational philosophy is the belief that secure relationships with responsive and respectful adults provide the basis for all...

Mary G. says "We love this center. Everyone is so caring and loving. My daughter is always happy to come and she loves her teachers! They love to share activities and...

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Leon Early Childhood Center

25 CHURCH ST RONKONKOMA, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Cooperative
International
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Leon Early Childhood Center is a new fully equipped school that offers a STEM HighScope educational Program that allows students to explore their interest at an early age in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Hence our Motto, "Cultivating Young Minds to Impact the world". We server children from 2.5 years to 5 years...

Care Member says "Amazing. That’s all I have to say. All around amazing. A huge facility that caters to each child’s needs. Highly recommended!"

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Noah's Ark Daycare

107 South St Port Jefferson, NY

4.0(6)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Child care
Preschool
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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ST. MARY'S PLAYTIME PROGRAMME

315 LAKE SHORE RD LK RONKONKOMA, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$300/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Preschool
We provide a loving and nurturing social and academic program with your choice of 3,4 or 5 days/week 9:00-1:00 at a cost of $25/day. Your child will feel safe and loved and get plenty of one-on-one attention with our small class size. Our goal is to develop a love for learning that the children will take with them for the rest...

Kerri B. says "I sent all of my 3 kids there. The teachers are very knowledgeable and loving."

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Learn and Play Islandia

1305 E SUFFOLK AVE ISLANDIA, NY

3.0(2)

State license verified

starting at
$1625/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
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*Our Play Based Curriculum* The Learn and Play system gets children excited about learning through activities that reward curiosity and games that promote cooperation and focus. Children learn best when children are having fun playing. The Learn and Play curriculum aims to meet the varying touchstones of each developmental...

kaitlin C. says "They are very caring and always listen to the parents needs. They keep you updated throughout the day and they make sure the children are comfortable. "

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Precious Kids

540 Horseblock Rd Suite 1 Farmingville, NY

5.0(9)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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...

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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PRECIOUS LAMBS, INC. EARLY CHILDHOOD AND CHILD CA

630 BROADWAY AVE STE 8 HOLBROOK, NY

4.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
Boutique style child care center and early learning center providing individualized and personalized care for children ages 6 week through 5 years old. We also provide before and after care as well as drop in emergency care.
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The Goddard School

211 Hallock Road Stony Brook, NY

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident and joyful learners.
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Everbrook Academy of Smithtown/Nesconset

740 Route 347 Smithtown, NY

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,...
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Donna Killoran

176 Woodbury Road Hauppauge, NY

Hello! I am a stay-at-home mom to a wonderful 15-year-old-daughter, who has been watching children out of my home for many years. I am a former teacher-aide for a public school district and I also worked in a daycare center. I have experience watching newborns, infants, toddlers and school-aged children. I am CPR and...
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Happy Days Nursery

744 Old Medford Avenue Medford, NY

State license verified

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,...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Centereach, NY

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Centereach, NY. The first is a full-time program that usually works best for parents working full-time shifts, and the second is a part-time preschool where your child would attend only two to three days per week and typically choose between a morning and afternoon shift. A part-time preschool can be a great option if you want to ease the transition of this new learning experience for your child! You can also check your options in Centereach, NY for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Centereach, NY, consider your priorities and ask administrators about their philosophies and approach to common child care issues or occurances. You may also want to ask about the ratio of learning time to supervised play time so you can get a good sense of whether you believe your child's needs will be met. From there, ask about what a typical day consists of, what the safety protocols are and how discipline will be handled. Also, make sure to check directly with the preschool for information about their local licensing and credentials in Centereach, NY.

When looking for a preschool near you in Centereach, NY on Care.com, you'll be able to review preschools by distance from you ZIP code. From there, you can compare between preschool programs by traditional facility-based preschools and private, in-home preschools. Be sure to check any reviews from other families in Centereach, NY who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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