Licensed Daycare in South Richmond Hill, New York
15 licensed daycares in South Richmond Hill, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.
South Richmond Hill listings updated May 2026 from official New York records.
Daycare in South Richmond Hill: what parents should know
South Richmond Hill has 15 licensed childcare providers in our directory, with Family Daycare the most common type (about 47% 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.
About 47% are family child care homes — typically smaller group sizes and 10–30% cheaper than centers, a good fit for infants and toddlers.
In total, South Richmond Hill providers are approved for approximately 716 child slots — a practical gauge of how much local supply competes for each opening.
South Richmond Hill childcare by the numbers
Childcare costs in South Richmond Hill
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 South Richmond Hill 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
- 47 kids
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Program types in South Richmond Hill
Largest licensed centers in South Richmond Hill
By licensed capacity on file — bigger programs often mean more openings and age groups. Always verify the current license before enrolling.
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Where to get childcare help in South Richmond Hill
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 South Richmond Hill, 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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