Best Daycares in Long Island City, NY — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 6 daycares and childcare centers in Long Island City based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Long Island City

  1. #1 — City Gan Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Kuei Luck Early Childhood Center - Long Island City Campus Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — The Learning Experience Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Brighter Babies Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Herbert G Birch Early Childhood Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Joseph DiMarco Child Care Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Long Island City?
City Gan Preschool is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Long Island City based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Long Island City?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Long Island City?
Childcare costs in Long Island City vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.