Licensed Daycare in Riverhead, New York
20 licensed daycares in Riverhead, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.
Riverhead listings updated May 2026 from official New York records.
Daycare in Riverhead: what parents should know
Our directory lists 20 licensed childcare providers in Riverhead, New York, with Sacc the most common type (about 35% 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, 4 centers in Riverhead report infant care (roughly 20% — infant slots are the scarcest and fill fastest, so start early), and 5 offer preschool programs for ages 3–5.
About 15% 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 Riverhead report capacity for roughly 1,107 children — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
Riverhead childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in Riverhead
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 Riverhead 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).
Full New York licensing & cost overviewQuick 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
- 55 kids
ZIP codes covered
Program types in Riverhead
Largest licensed centers in Riverhead
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
All Riverhead licensed centers
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Where to get childcare help in Riverhead
Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.
Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.
1-800-424-2246 · Find yoursUnited Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.
Call 211 · 211.orgFree early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.
Find a programNY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.
(800) 345-5437 · How to applyCheck NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.
Find quality careConfirm any provider's current license & inspection record with NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services.
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How this data is sourced. Listings for Riverhead, 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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