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0060 - Childtime of Hauppauge

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...

- Mary G.

Emanuel Lutheran Early Education Center

They are the best! They care for my daughter and for everyone.

- Ketty L.

Leon Early Childhood Center

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

- Care member

Top Preschools Near Oakdale

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Tutor Time

1645 Montauk Hwy Oakdale, NY

Child care
Preschool
Tutor Time, established in 2000, offers educational child care services for children ages six weeks to twelve years old, infants up to school-age kids. Located in Oakdale, New York, the company uses the School Readiness Pathway Curriculum, which features age and developmentally appropriate activities and experiences for every...
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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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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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Leon Early Childhood Center

25 CHURCH ST RONKONKOMA, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Cooperative
International
+ 4 more
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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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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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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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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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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Kiddie Academy of Islip

60 CARLETON AVE ISLIP TERRACE, 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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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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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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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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UNITED SUNRISE CENTER

52 HAWTHORNE AVE EAST ISLIP, NY

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Day Care
+ 1 more
We are currently offering registration fee waiver! $0 registration fee instead of $125 if you make a 3-month commitment for your child upfront. At United Sunrise Center, a daycare and learning center for kids between 6 weeks to 4 years, we offer trusted early education built on a foundation of comfort, care, and support. We...

Care Member says "Wonderful, warm staff! A great combination of structure, learning and appropriate play! Love the family feel and beautiful indoor area that doubles as a...

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Sienna's Learning Center

1434 Chicago Avenue Bay Shore, NY

5.0(1)
Outdoor/nature
In-Home daycare
Preschool
Sienna's Learning Center offers quality day care at affordable prices. We provide services in a safe , structured, learning environment. We are open Monday- Friday from 6:30 am to 5:30pm. NYS licensed. Bilingual CPR/FIRST AID

Jackson M. says "This is what educational day care is all about! The staff are all certified teachers and know how to teach the children while they have a fun time. Clean...

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Little Kiddie Einstein's Daycare

5 Wendy Drive Farmingville, NY

State license verified

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 & First Aid & Safety Certified. Welcoming Children: 6 weeks - 9 years. FULL-TIME/PART-TIME space available. *...
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Learn and Play Islandia

1305 E SUFFOLK AVE ISLANDIA, NY

2.0(3)

State license verified

starting at
$1625/mo
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
+ 2 more
*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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Diana's Doodle Bugs Daycare

16 Village Lane Bohemia, NY

Doodle Bugs is a group family daycare providing a fun and educational learning environment. We offer a wide variety of activities to keep the little ones interested and creative thought play, music, art, and our curriculum. We keep the children mixed together which helps the little ones eager to follow the preschoolers in...
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The Rinx Preschool Academy

660 Terry Road Hauppauge, NY

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
We believe that all children have unique talents and abilities that are yet to be discovered. It is our goal to nurture a love of learning through creative play, socialization, dance, song, story time, cooking, art projects, exploration, and even ICE SKATING! Providing learning experiences through all modalities (visual,...
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Summerfield Child Care

74 Summerfield Drive Holtsville, NY

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
At Summerfield Child Care Center it is our mission to provide a creative, nurturing and stimulating atmosphere in which children are active participants. We offer an environment where children feel free to explore their uniqueness while learning through play in a multi-sensory way. Our talented, energetic, and professional...
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Montessori Happy Hearts

166 Montauk Hwy Blue Point, NY

1.0(1)
Montessori
Child care
Preschool
At Montessori Happy Hearts in Blue Point, NY, our children engage in theme-based Montessori education. We help preschool-aged children to reach developmental milestones. This prepares them for the standards of kindergarten preparedness and gives them a solid foundation from which to grow and prosper throughout their lives and...
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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Oakdale, NY

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, NY for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.
When you begin looking for preschools near me in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, NY.
When looking for a preschool near you in Oakdale, 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 Oakdale, NY who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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