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Licensed Daycare in Peekskill, New York

23 licensed daycares in Peekskill, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.

23
Licensed Centers
2
Infant Care
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Peekskill listings updated May 2026 from official New York records.

Daycare in Peekskill: what parents should know

Peekskill has 23 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 30% of local listings). Every provider here holds a current New York license at indexing time, sourced from NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services.

For age coverage, 2 centers in Peekskill report infant care (roughly 9% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 5 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.

About 39% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.

Together, licensed providers in Peekskill report capacity for roughly 814 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.

Peekskill childcare by the numbers

23
Licensed providers
814
Licensed child seats
9
Family child care homes
1+
ZIP codes covered

Childcare costs in Peekskill

ChildCare Aware reports the New York average full-time cost at $2,050/month for infant care and $1,430/month for preschool. City-level prices in Peekskill vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. New York families may also qualify for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437).

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Quick facts

State regulator
NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services
Infant ratio
1:4
Toddler ratio
1:5
Preschool ratio
1:9
Avg capacity
35 kids

ZIP codes covered

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Peekskill, New York?
Our directory lists 23 licensed childcare centers in Peekskill, New York, sourced from NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.
What's the average daycare cost in Peekskill?
Statewide averages in New York run roughly $2050/month for infants and $1430/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.
What staff-to-child ratios apply in Peekskill daycares?
All licensed New York centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:9 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Peekskill typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Peekskill?
New York families can apply for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.
How do I verify a Peekskill daycare's license?
Look up the provider directly in the official NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.

Where to get childcare help in Peekskill

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

Call 211 · 211.org
Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(800) 345-5437 · How to apply
Quality ratings

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How this data is sourced. Listings for Peekskill, New York are compiled from official NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · May 2026 · methodology

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