Top 20 Best New York Private Daycares & Preschools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 1,147 private daycares & preschools serving 283,712 students in New York.
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in New York include Friends Academy, BASIS Independent Brooklyn and BASIS Independent Manhattan.
The average tuition cost is $16,639, which is lower than the New York average tuition cost of $21,604.
62% of private daycares & preschools in New York are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Top Ranked New York Private Daycares & Preschools (2024)

School
Location
Grades
Students
A Fantis School
A Fantis School Photo - 8th Graders visit Greece as part of a multi-year cultural exchange program.
(Greek Orthodox)
195 State Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 624-0501
Grades: NS-8
| 204 students
Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn
Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn Photo - Adelphi Academy of Brooklyn's historic Bay Ridge campus is located at 8515 Ridge Boulevard, in the heart of Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. .
(7)
8515 Ridge Boulevard
Brooklyn, NY 11209
(718) 238-3308
Grades: NS-12
| 235 students
Avenues The World School
Avenues The World School Photo - Avenues Early Learning Center Classroom
(3)
259 10th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
(646) 664-0800
Grades: NS-12
| 2,091 students
556 Columbia Street
Brooklyn, NY 11231
(929) 626-5001
Grades: PK-12
| 869 students
795 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10025
(929) 930-4798
Grades: PK-12
| 302 students
2 I U Willets Road
Roslyn, NY 11576
(516) 627-1910
Grades: NS-8
| 361 students
The Chapel School
The Chapel School Photo - The Chapel School's small class sizes ... max 14 in preschool, 18 in K-5 and 16 in middle school ... provide opportunities for personal, individualized instruction and a strong sense of community!
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
(3)
172 White Plains Road
Bronxville, NY 10708
(914) 337-3202
Grades: NS-8
| 229 students
Friends Academy
Friends Academy Photo - The profound bond that our students and teachers form at Friends Academy is intentional and allows each student to receive highly personalized instruction. This ensures that their individual strengths are recognized and shared in the classroom, on the stage and on the field and in their life beyond.
(Friends)
(11)
270 Duck Pond Road
Locust Valley, NY 11560
(516) 676-0393
Grades: NS-12
| 769 students
Garden School
Garden School Photo - Our goal from the earliest grades through high school is to develop lifelong learners who excel in academics and individuals who enhance Garden School and the college they later attend. All students have their own strengths, weaknesses, talents, and dreams. The college search seeks to find the best match for our graduates, places where they can thrive and learn.
(37)
3316 79th St
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
(718) 335-6363
Grades: NS-12
| 259 students
Immaculate Conception School
Immaculate Conception School Photo - Immaculate Conception School is a Catholic elementary school that provides a strong faith-based foundation and a focus on academic excellence for students from PreK-3 through 8th grade. ICS is committed to the spiritual and personal development of the whole child through education, prayer, and service.
(Catholic)
(20)
53 Winter Hill Rd
Tuckahoe, NY 10707
(914) 961-3785
Grades: PK-8
| 251 students
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School
Immaculate Heart Of Mary School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
201 Boulevard
Scarsdale, NY 10583
(914) 723-5608
Grades: PK-8
| 287 students
Iona Preparatory School
Iona Preparatory School Photo
All-boys (Catholic)
(1)
255 Wilmot Road
New Rochelle, NY 10804
(914) 632-0714
Grades: PK-12
| 901 students
The Kew-Forest School
The Kew-Forest School Photo - At The Kew-Forest School, you will find a community that nurtures lifelong learners, educators who inspire young people, and students who support each other. Established in 1918, Kew-Forest is the oldest independent co-ed, college preparatory school in Queens for students in Preschool through Grade 12. For more info, visit kewforest.org.
119-17 Union Tpke
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 268-4667
Grades: NS-12
| 185 students
The Laurel Hill School
The Laurel Hill School Photo - In third grade we started our Lego Robotics unit this week! We are getting familiar with using the laptops with our Lego robots. We can change the speed, add sound, or change the action of the motor attached to the robot. Next, we will be starting to build our first creates with a focus on carnival rides!
(22)
201 Old Town Rd
East Setauket, NY 11733
(631) 751-1154
Grades: PK-8
| 423 students
Lycee Francais de New York
Lycee Francais de New York Photo
(1)
505 East 75th Street
New York, NY 10021
(212) 369-1400
Grades: NS-12
| 1,233 students
Manlius Pebble Hill School
Manlius Pebble Hill School Photo - The opening day Handshake Ceremony is a tradition that dates back generations, with the entire student body along with faculty and staff to welcome each other into a new academic year. Handshakes, hugs, high fives, fist bumps, waves, and rock-paper-scissors are all forms of greetings.
(1)
5300 Jamesville Rd
Syracuse, NY 13214
(315) 446-2452
Grades: PK-12
| 350 students
Morningside Immersion School
Morningside Immersion School Photo
Special Program Emphasis
(14)
70 W 93rd St
New York, NY 10025
(212) 316-0313
Grades: NS-2
| 45 students
My Spectrum School
My Spectrum School Photo - Pretend Doctor at My Spectrum School
Special Program Emphasis
11 Sintsink Dr. East
Port Washington, NY 11050
(516) 883-8035
Grades: PK-3
| 31 students
Pine Street School, A Green Ivy International School
Pine Street School, A Green Ivy International School Photo - Pine Street Schools starts at age 2 with a program that nurtures strong literacy, numeracy and social skills. Small student-teacher ratios allow us to provide an individualized experience that supports full development and social skills. Our 2s begin learning English and Spanish or Mandarin in a dual language setting.
Special Program Emphasis
(11)
25 Pine Street
New York, NY 10005
(347) 237-7606
Grades: NS-8
| 324 students
Robert C Parker School
Robert C Parker School Photo - Exploration on 77 acres campus with forest, woods, pond, and streams.
(8)
4254 Ny Highway 43
Wynantskill, NY 12198
(518) 286-3449
Grades: PK-8
| 134 students
Rodeph Sholom School
Rodeph Sholom School Photo - Rodeph Sholom School has three distinct divisions: Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle School, allowing dedicated focus on each developmental phase.
(Jewish)
(7)
10 West 84th Street & 168 West 79th Street
New York, NY 10024
(646) 438-8600
Grades: NS-8
| 427 students
School of the Blessed Sacrament
School of the Blessed Sacrament Photo - Two historic campuses, one amazing school! The School of the Blessed Sacrament celebrates learning and inspires student creativity and ingenuity. Our rigorous curriculum integrates STREAM (science, technology, engineering, religion, arts, music). Our students are bold problem solvers and critical thinkers while encouraging collaboration and the development of resiliency and independence. At The SBS Sacrament, learning is not a spectator sport.
(Catholic)
(12)
147 West 70th Street
New York, NY 10023
(212) 724-7561
Grades: NS-8
| 356 students
Smithtown Christian School
Smithtown Christian School Photo
(Christian)
(8)
1 Higbie Dr
Smithtown, NY 11787
(631) 265-3334
Grades: PK-12
| 353 students
Transfiguration School
Transfiguration School Photo
(Catholic)
(3)
29 Mott Street
New York, NY 10013
(212) 962-5265
Grades: PK-8
| 339 students
Tuxedo Park School
Tuxedo Park School Photo - At Tuxedo Park School, every teacher knows every child. Our small size allows us to administer differentiated instruction at all levels and to challenge the most advanced students while supporting those who need additional or varied instruction.
(9)
Mountain Farm Rd
Tuxedo Park, NY 10987
(845) 351-4737
Grades: NS-9
| 225 students
The Waldorf School Of Garden City
The Waldorf School Of Garden City Photo - Welcome to the Waldorf School of Garden City!
Waldorf School
(9)
225 Cambridge Avenue
Garden City, NY 11530
(516) 742-3434
Grades: NS-12
| 300 students
ABC Preschool & Kindergarten Center
ABC Preschool & Kindergarten Center Photo - #1 Childcare in Queens. Excellent education, care, nutrition's, and much more. Register now.
Daycare / Preschool
6620 Laurel Hill Blvd
Woodside, NY 11377
(718) 672-2424
Grades: NS-PK
| 150 students
21 South End Avenue
New York, NY 10280
(347) 237-7606
Grades: NS-K
| 100 students
Bovina Center Montessori School
Bovina Center Montessori School Photo
Montessori School
2121 County Highway 5
Bovina Center, NY 13740
(607) 832-4956
Grades: NS-9
| 45 students
Bridges Academy (The)
Bridges Academy (The) Photo - Our 2016-17 Graduating class
(19)
339 Snedecor Ave
West Islip, NY 11795
(631) 358-5035
Grades: NS-8
| 249 students
20 Waterside Plaza
New York, NY 10010
(212) 481-2700
Grades: NS-12
| 295 students
Chemung Valley Montessori School
Montessori School
(2)
23 Winters Road
Elmira, NY 14903
(607) 562-8754
Grades: PK-6
| 108 students
Christ The King School
Christ The King School Photo - A stellar education, coupled with Catholic values, is an unbeatable combination! Invest in your child today!
(Catholic)
(1)
1345 Grand Concourse
Bronx, NY 10452
(718) 538-5959
Grades: PK-8
| 325 students
Green Meadow Waldorf School
Green Meadow Waldorf School Photo - Green Meadow`s middle school academic curriculum engages the budding capacities and immense curiosity of the young teenager. Through practical interdisciplinary experiences, age appropriate challenges, and meaningful social interactions, students thrive academically and emotionally. Every day, students take part in immersive, explorative inquiry, broadening and deepening their understanding of the world.
(14)
307 Hungry Hollow Road
Spring Valley, NY 10977
(845) 356-2514
Grades: NS-12
| 285 students
Harmony Christian School
Harmony Christian School Photo - Getting our gym ready for the 2018-2019 school year
(Christian)
(4)
1790 Route 211 E
Middletown, NY 10941
(845) 692-5353
Grades: PK-12
| 198 students
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in New York?
The top ranked private daycares & preschools in New York include Friends Academy, BASIS Independent Brooklyn and BASIS Independent Manhattan.
How many private daycares & preschools are located in New York?
1,147 private daycares & preschools are located in New York.
How much do private daycares & preschools cost in New York?
The average tuition cost is $16,639, which is lower than the New York private school average tuition cost of $21,604.
How diverse are private daycares & preschools in New York?
New York private daycares & preschools are approximately 41% minority students, which is higher than the New York private school average of 40%.
What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in New York?
62% of private daycares & preschools in New York are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Jewish).

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