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Preschools in Merrick, NY are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 28 reviews of the 60 listed preschools

Carimich Family Daycare

very nice place, staffs are very good with with children. price affordable. my two children dont want to leave to go go home at time.

- Caridad B.

Kiddie Academy of Bethpage

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.

D&D Daycare Inc.

Great place if you are looking for a staff that truly cares about your child and is willing to work along with the parents.

- Melanie R.

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Carimich Family Daycare

24102 141 Ave Rosedale, NY

4.0(1)
Cooperative
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Preschool
+ 1 more
Now Enrolling, accepting children from 6 weeks to 12 years. Monday to Friday 7a.m. to 6 p.m. with weekend and extended hours available. After school, Drop in and Pick up available. We supervise kids with their homework. Licensed Family Home daycare, Safe environment, First Aid/CPR, Certified Preschool Curriculum, science...

Caridad B. says "very nice place, staffs are very good with with children. price affordable. my two children dont want to leave to go go home at time."

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Kiddie Academy of Bethpage

45 SEAMAN AVE BETHPAGE, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Preschool
Day Care
Child care
Kiddie Academy of Bethpage, NY 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...

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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D&D Daycare Inc.

374 Uniondale Avenue Uniondale, NY

3.0(6)

State license verified

Child care
At D&D Daycare, we believe in providing a safe and nurturing foundation that will enhance your child's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive development. We believe early childhood education should be designed to accommodate children at different stages of learning and to help them develop the skills they need to...

Melanie R. says "Great place if you are looking for a staff that truly cares about your child and is willing to work along with the parents."

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Family Treehouse Daycare

228 Keller Ave Elmont, NY

4.0(2)
Academic
Montessori
Special needs
Preschool
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
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Alula Bright

160 Baldwin Rd HEMPSTEAD, NY

5.0(5)

State license verified

starting at
$1699/mo
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
+ 1 more
Discover Alula Bright, located in Hempstead at Baldwin Road, where children can soar high and reach their full potential. More than a daycare, we're a community, offering child care, preschool, tutoring, and afterschool programs, all crafted with a holistic approach. With a warm and welcoming atmosphere, our play-based...

Care Member says "The teachers and administration at Alula Bright are all so kind and very professional. My child looks forward to attending school there everyday. It is...

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Ceo Kids

22618 MERRICK BLVD LAURELTON, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
CEO Preschool is a childcare center that is focused on the whole child, mentally, physically, and economically. At CEO Preschool, we are neither babysitters, nor are we daycare providers. We are trendsetters in Early Childhood Education. We focus on bringing the best out of your child, implanting seeds from the beginning of...

Ginelle .. says "They have been great. The teachers and staff are very helpful and communicative. "

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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 experience NYS License Providers NYS...

Melissa says "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...

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Precious Kids Country

1150 Hicksville Rd Massapequa, NY

4.0(11)

State license verified

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

Jamie says "I have been sending my daughters since they were infants and they love going everyday. Every teacher so far has been great we especially love Mrs. Stephanie...

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Kids Connection@ACDS

4 Fern Place Plainview, NY

5.0(2)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Special needs
Child care
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 accommodate parents' work...

Heather C. says "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...

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Kidz R Kids (2)

732 Donlon Place WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY

5.0(7)

State license verified

starting at
$1400/mo
Academic
Cooperative
International
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
Our program offers: New York State certified teachers Developmentally appropriate curriculum-based program Diverse classrooms & staff Quality Stars certified Social/emotional learning that lasts a lifetime Nutritional food program for healthy minds & bodies Extra-curricular activities & language classes provided (Dance,...

Care Member says "I definitely recommend working here it’s a good environment, very inclusive and there top priority is the kids education, safety and well being. "

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Little Gardens Childcare

470 East Meadow Ave East Meadow, NY

5.0(6)

State license verified

Reggio emilia
Preschool
Child care
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.

Lauren P. says "My children love it here. They have both grown so much emotionally, socially, and academically since starting at Little Gardens. The staff is wonderful...

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Noor Child Care Services Inc.

61 BROOK RD VALLEY STREAM, NY

5.0(10)
starting at
$1250/mo
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
Day Care
My name is Sehar Noor. I am a certified teacher in childhood education. I worked in various districts with various age group students. As the days pass, I love my work more and more. Each day, I encounter different challenges and different outcomes. My experience adds on to my knowledge, philosophy and teaching strategies....

Care Member says "This is the best daycare arround valley stream when u go get your kid they are clean and well feed "

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Kernall Family Childcare

11439 210th Street Cambria Heights, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

*we provide after-school care from 2-6* *we are open on Saturdays* *we provide meals through CACFP* **acs vouchers are also accepted**

Jessica J. says "Krystal is an exceptional provider, giving each child as much time as possible in learning lessons. She is patient and kind. Ms. Kernall always makes her...

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Dilly Dally Nursery School

210 Merritts Rd Farmingdale, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Kindergarten
+ 1 more
Services offered include the following: Before/After Care Preschool After School Tutorial Summer Camp Visit our website to learn more!

Devon says "Excellent school with a great program and staff. Conveniently located for easy pick up/drop off for parents and public school buses!"

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Tiny Twinkle Daycare LLC

71 MOCKINGBIRD LN LEVITTOWN, NY

5.0(1)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Montessori
International
Outdoor/nature
+ 2 more
Tiny Twinkle Daycare is In-home/Group Family Daycare, Our facility offer bright classrooms, a nap room and a big backyard playground. our mission is to provide high-quality child care services that promote child development and growth. We strive to create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment. where children can learn...

David X. says " Absolute wonder daycare. The women who runs it is amazing. My kids will run to her when getting dropped off. I appreciate all of the work that they do for...

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Ready Set Grow Learning Academy

63 Babylon Turnpike Freeport, NY

5.0(2)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
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 problem-solving and reactive...

Amy G says "My two children attend Ready Set Grow. My preschooler spends the day playing, making music, painting, and through the developmentally appropriate and engaging...

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Amazing Grace Nursery

1948 BYRON AVE Elmont, NY

5.0(4)

State license verified

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 intelligence, awareness and...

Cynthia H says "Have been sending my 2 children (7 months, 30 months) for over 2 years and they have been incredible! Can not recommend enough to family and friends...

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Michelle's Little Blessings Daycare Inc.

427 CHAMPLAIN AVE W HEMPSTEAD, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
Cooperative
Faith based
Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
+ 1 more
At Michelle's Little Blessings Daycare Inc., as a family owned business we know that there's a vast difference between a large-scale daycare operation and a small ,personal, and immersive West Hempstead daycare culture .Our programs utilizes a holistic approach designed to treat your child as an individual. From being flexible...

Rosmond M. says "She is really great with the kids. My son actually loves her. It's a great daycare."

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JERICHO Stem Academy

430 N BROADWAY JERICHO, NY

5.0(2)

State license verified

Academic
International
Preschool
Day Care
Child care
We are a licensed pre-school/daycare located 5 minutes from the Hicksville train station. To each family enrolled at our Academy, we make a commitment to provide your child with a safe, secure and loving environment. We believe that the early childhood years should be a time of fun, discovery and encouragement. Our program...

David S. says "They care very much for our child. They treat our child like their own for me that's the reason why I like this center and will continue to take my child...

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Tiny Bee Academy

14969 256th St Rosedale, NY

5.0(5)
Academic
Cooperative
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
In-Home daycare
+ 1 more
Children will have a lot of fun while learning through various educational games, and toys. Reading and gross motor skills are very important in our program. We have all the tools necessary to help Your child succeed. I have children of my own and I have 11 years experience working at Daycare Centers as a Teacher. I also help...

Justyna says "By far the best daycare in whole Queens !!! Owned by family oriented People, caring for others children just if they were their own! Honest, reliable, and...

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FAQs for finding preschools near you in Merrick, NY

There are two main types of preschool programs near you in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY for traditional preschool centers, or private home-based preschools.

When you begin looking for preschools near me in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY.

When looking for a preschool near you in Merrick, 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 Merrick, NY who have previously sent their kids to any of the preschools you are interested in.

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