Schools near New Hyde Park, NY

“I have been so happy with Harbor Child Care in Herricks. My daughter LOVES going to Daycare and I know that she is being well taken care of and learning a ton. She loves to come home and tell me about everything she did. Everyone who works there is so friendly and always has a big smile and warmly welcomes you. We both love her teachers. She loves the food and the field trips they take are great. I highly recommend them, I am so happy I switched from my previous daycare”

“If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! My son has been at Tiny Tykes since April and he has grown leaps and bounds. When he arrives, he is so excited to see his classmates and happily runs into the classroom. Everyday they do fun activities and lots of arts and crafts. The school has many themed activities for the month and the curriculum is great. My son’s teachers are kind and hands on and I never have any worries that he is in good hands. Miss Chrissy and Miss Jeanne run an amazing school and we look forward to sending our other son there when he is old enough. Tiny Tykes is a wonderful place!!”

“As a mother, entrusting someone else with the care of your child is one of the hardest things you’ll ever do. It is even worse if your child has a disability with a severe speech delay. From the moment I first stepped into The Learning Center Academy at Oceanside, I felt an overwhelming sense of peace. The bright, cheerful classrooms, the smell of fresh art supplies, and the warm greetings from the staff instantly told me this was more than just a daycare.

Miss Kim who gave me the tour was phenomenal. She was patient and attentive to what I had to say about my son. When I told about his autistic diagnosis, she did not flinch. After 4 years on this journey , I am used to people losing their enthusiasm once I tell them that my baby is autistic. Miss Kim asked specific questions to help address Zac's communication and developmental needs without making me feel that my baby didn't belong.
The teachers and staff here are truly something special. My son's face lights up every morning when we pull into the parking lot, and that’s how I know he feels safe and loved here.
His classroom teacher Miss Aneeza is the sweetest. She truly bonded with us from day one. We have only had one incident since we started, and it was handled with such professionalism and care.

Every day, I receive updates, pictures, and little stories about his day—what he learned, the activities he enjoyed, what he ate, how much he napped and even the silly moments that make him laugh. I get updates both through the app and another verbal report at pick up.
The curriculum is engaging and creative, yet the environment is relaxed enough for children to explore and be themselves. I watch my son becoming more confident about exploring his environment everyday. That again tells me he feels safe and loved.

They serve a well balanced meal and 2 healthy snacks. My son does love to eat, but he can be picky. So I pack a backup up nut free lunch in case he doesn't eat what is served. His favorites are the whole grain pizza and whole grain pasta with sauce lunch.

What I love most is the way they embrace every child’s individuality. They celebrate diversity, encourage kindness, and teach values that go far beyond ABCs and 123s. My son is autistic with very limited verbal and social skills. The staff always greets him and speaks to him like they do with every child even when he doesn't respond. And when he does respond, they get so happy and they praise him for trying. Seeing their face when my little one gives a verbal respond tells me that they care about the same things I do. They encourage him to play with other kids, but they also allow him his own space to be alone.

If you are a parent searching for a place where your child will be loved, inspired, and supported every single day, I cannot recommend The Learning Experience in Oceanside enough.”

“I completed my Permanent Makeup training here a year ago, and now I’m proud to say I’m opening my first beauty suite! I recently came back for a refresher with Jina, and I’m so glad I did. She is truly the best—so knowledgeable, patient, and supportive. She has played a huge role in my journey, and I will always be grateful for everything she’s done to help me grow as an artist. Highly recommend this school and especially Jina!”

“My daughter has been attending ladybug playhouse since she was 5 months old maybe younger now almost 2. She is the biggest mommys girl theres not many people she likes to go with but she loves going to daycare!! The teachers have all been beyond amazing, they send updates, pictures etc all throughout the day they are very organized and extremely responsive. I have tried other daycares in the area with my oldest and would only ever recommend lady bug playhouse to anyone having a baby or looking for child care.”

“Our son spent a year at this daycare and had a wonderful experience! The staff is caring and attentive and administration is communicative and professional. I appreciated the detailed daily updates and could tell that my son enjoyed being there whenever I came to pick him up. The hours are also very convenient for working parents.”

“We truly love St. Mark’s Cooperative Nursery School and feel so grateful to have found this hidden gem! The program is led by certified teachers and thoughtfully designed around a play-based model that supports social, emotional, and academic growth in a developmentally appropriate way. Mrs. Testa and Miss Megan are incredible—loving, caring, kind, patient, and deeply attentive, fostering an environment where each child feels seen and valued. Special Days are an opportunity for parents and caregivers to be a part of the magic in the classroom, creating a strong sense of connection and trust. The enrichment program and extended day opportunities are a huge plus, offering engaging activities that genuinely enhance the children’s experience. St. Mark’s also offers spacious indoor and outdoor playgrounds so they can stay active and explore year-round. Weekly music classes with Miss Krysta are another highlight! Most importantly, the focus on social-emotional development has helped my son build confidence, kindness, and independence, while preparing him for the demands of kindergarten. We couldn’t recommend St. Mark’s more highly.”

“My daughter Yerowo attended Acedemy explorer from the age of one. Her teachers, Ms.Christian, Ms.Torie Ms Stephanie Ms Shelander, Ms.Eneis and many others weren't just her teachers, they became families. I will highly recommend anyone who is looking for a reputable early child care from infant to prek and after school program.”

“We have had nothing but an excellent experience with the teachers and owners at Little Scholars. They are easy to communicate with, flexible and understanding of the needs of working parents. The teachers work hard to create a fun, safe and enriching learning environment for children. I would not hesitate to recommend Little Scholars!”

“My son started Academic Explorers approximately 6 months ago and he loves it! He’s happy to go every morning and has been learning so much. One day he came home counting in Spanish and I was happy because it shows how much they’re learning at school. If you’ve been wondering where to send your children, I would highly recommend this establishment! Everyone is friendly and welcoming and your kids will feel safe and at home.”

“Our child has been going here for 2 years now and it’s been such a great experience. We are blessed to be a part of this community and for the great staff at this establishment!”

“When my kid was 1 I had such anxiety finding proper care and finding people that I could trust leaving my kid with.. so if you are a mom like me I’m here to reassure you that Meacham child care is the best place for your kid. My kid is 2 and talking at a 4year old level. My kid is 2! And counting by 2s. So you know there actually learning in this facility. If your having troubles potty training Meacham child care offers assistance. If you’re a working parent they have time frames where you can pick up your child at 5pm. They do come home with homework in their workbooks which is a one time fee, yet you absolutely CANNOT put a price tag on your child’s education and progress. They wear uniforms so no need to worry about what they’re going to wear everyday. They accept kids from 6months to 4yrs old. There are parties, parades, and even a prom when their going to graduate..I mean it don’t get no sweeter than that..oh and there is also SUMMER CAMP. So if your a worried mom like me worry no more because Mrs.B the sweetest most understanding Jamaican owner and Mrs crystal all the kids favorite and Mrs Kelley the kids hype woman. Trust they will take great care of your child. Enrollment is open get a tour visit the school I promise you you won’t regret it.”

“5-Stars are not enough for how well run this learning center is for young children. My son attended both during camp and during the school year and only have the highest regard for Lori and her amazing team. My son saw noticeable advancements in all phases of life due to the diverse curriculum that's provided in Ms Stacey's class. Could not recommend Bright Star enough!”

“My family has been with Kiddie Academy of Flushing since 2021, when my son was enrolled in the twos program all the way till Pre-K, the same will happen with my daughter as well. Ms. Ria and her team makes everyone feel welcome, they are always smiling when you enter through the doors and they contact you right away if anything happens with pictures and it brings a huge sense of relief knowing that your children is always safe there. They have a great system running and I could tell they genuinely care about all the students. The teachers we’ve had were all amazing, caring, and passionate about what they do. My son loved his teachers and my daughter loves her 3K teacher so much she often calls me her name and tells me she always has the best time there. The added bonus was the parking lot for easy drop off and pick up which is hard to find in flushing and a private playground where your child doesn’t have to travel for outdoor play and bathrooms inside the classroom. You want the best for your children and their early education and I truly believe Kiddie Academy of Flushing is a fantastic choice to consider!”

“My son has been going to TLC for 2+ years and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for child care. They treat us like family and accommodate all of our needs. Everyone on staff is kind and caring, and I feel 100% at ease knowing he is in their care all day! Lots of learning, along with fun on a daily basis!”

“The Children who come through this daycare center truly become family. They even build family like bonds with the staff. 20 plus years later and when we see each other it’s like seeing a relative. Highly recommend this daycare center! The staff go above and beyond caring for the children. The children also are fed nutritious meals fully cooked in the kitchen, 3 times a day!”

“The staff here is so attentive and caring. My kids have been attending here for two years and they love it ! If there ever is a problem, they address is it immediately. I would definitely recommend everyone to bring their kids here. Will not find a better and suitable place.”

“Best place for you children! Amazing teachers, great curriculum and activities, cleaned and safe place, warm and healthy meals prepared at their kitchen and very positive and supportive staff overall. Had my son for one year at Kiddie (at Ms. Dyamond and Ms. Ari class, who are amazing teachers) and saw him happy and thriving every day. I was not recommended by anyone for this place, was just looking for daycare for my son and went for a tour at Kiddie and liked it since the first time I saw the facility and staff there. Would have been continued sending my son again at Kiddie Academy of Floral Park if we didn't move from Queens. 100% recommend.”

“We had an amazing summer at Red Robin’s camp. There were so many fun activities for the kids - crafts, nature, sports, swimming, etc - as well as special theme days. It’s clear that the directors and every staff member cares about the campers and have a vested interest in their happiness. There are small groups and consistent counselors thought the summer so they really get to know the kids (unlike other camps where counselors can change multiple times in a summer). My child can’t wait to go back next summer when he will be old enough to start going on some of the day trips. My only regret is not finding Red Robin prior to this summer.”

“We couldn’t be happier with the care our children received here. Ms. Renee was incredibly warm, patient, and truly invested in my child’s growth. We especially love the consistent updates and photos we receive throughout the day, it gives us such peace of mind knowing they are in such a nurturing environment. It’s clear the staff loves what they do!”

“My son goes to this daycare for over a year now and I’m so grateful for the amazing staff. As a first-time mom, leaving my child every day wasn’t easy, but Ms. Joanne, the director, has truly made me feel comfortable and at ease from the beginning. She is kind, understanding, and you can tell she genuinely cares about the children and the families.
All the teachers are wonderful. They are patient, caring, and my son clearly feels very comfortable with them.
Another great thing is that parents have access to the cameras, which gives me extra peace of mind during the day.
The only thing I wish they offered is a meal plan for the kids, which would make things even easier for parents. Other than that, it means so much to know my child is in such a caring and positive environment. I’m very thankful for the team here and would definitely recommend this daycare to other parents.”

“This is our sons 2nd home! Being new to the area we were worried about my son adjusting but Ms Joanne and Ms Johnna have been an absolute delight. The space is cozy yet vibrant, they keep him engaged all day and he comes home happy and with tons of arts and crafts he prepared throughout the day. We're so happy we found them and that they are so caring to our son.”

“A local learning center that is dedicated and puts in the time to work diligently with students. They help identify academic weaknesses and take time to instruct based on the pace of the student. My cousin helped out over the summer with SAT instruction and the one-on-one guidance was superb! Focusing on the needs of YOU - the student.”

“Kids Campus has been a wonderful experience for our family. The staff creates a safe, nurturing, and well-structured environment for the children, which gave me a lot of peace of mind as a parent.

One of the things that stood out most to me was how my son would light up when he saw his teachers each day, especially Ms. Yassandra and Ms. Ashley. It was clear that he felt comfortable, supported, and genuinely cared for in their classroom. Seeing that kind of connection between teachers and children means everything to a parent.

I also truly appreciated the great communication and updates the team consistently provided. As a parent, those updates were very comforting and helped me feel connected to my child’s day and confident in the care he was receiving.

Leaving Kids Campus was not an easy decision for us. The only reason we transitioned was due to a change in my work assignment and the need for childcare closer to our home. Otherwise, we would have happily stayed.

I am very grateful for the patience, care, and attention the entire team provides to the children. I would absolutely recommend Kids Campus to any family looking for a warm, supportive daycare environment.”

“This school is truly the best! Both of my children have attended—my 9-year-old daughter started here at age 2, and now my 3-year-old son is thriving as well. The school is always spotless, and the teachers are phenomenal. Ms. Wendy and Ms. Yesenia were so patient and made my husband and me feel completely confident leaving our son in their care. Ms. Veronica (both), Ms. Maria, and Ms. Mariah are also wonderful! We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend this school.”

“Sent both of my daughters here. Staff treat your children like family. I cannot recommend them enough. Over the years they have only developed a stronger curriculum for 3k and Pre-k. My kids grew academically and emotionally. My youngest daughter with some physical issues became so strong with the yoga program and having access to an indoor gym area on cold days when the playground was not an option. Thank you amazing staff and teachers!! I’ll miss you all so much!”

“The team at Kiddie Academy, led by the exceptional Gloria and Ms. Juana, truly stands out. Every teacher here is deeply committed to the well-being and education of their students, and this commitment is evident in their interactions with them. Moreover, they are highly attuned to our child’s food allergies and always take extra precautions to ensure that any allergens are double-checked. We wholeheartedly trust the wonderful teachers and staff at Kiddie Academy!”

“My daughter attends Jack and Jill Nursery School. She truly enjoys going to school and wishes she could go to school on holidays. The class size is small and the teachers are dedicated. My daughter was able to attend nursery school due to school’s ability maintain health and hygiene standards while ensuring the kids have a ‘normal’ preschool experience. I look forward to another great year at Jack and Jill. I highly recommend this school. A true gem in downtown Flushing!! I truly thank Ms. Steitz for being an excellent administrator!!”

“We absolutely adore Tutor Time Baldwin! Our daughter loves going every day, and we couldn't be happier with the incredible care she receives. Her teachers, Toni Ann, Mariel and Tara are truly fantastic and so caring. We have complete peace of mind knowing she is safe and loved.”