Best Daycares in Ridgewood, NY — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 5 daycares and childcare centers in Ridgewood based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Ridgewood

  1. #1 — Kopciuszek Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  2. #2 — Beautiful Minds Childcare Score: 15/100

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

  3. #3 — Puchatek Daycare Score: 15/100

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

  4. #4 — wBees Forest School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Private school. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Small Wonder Preschool Inc Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care 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 Ridgewood?
Kopciuszek Daycare is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Ridgewood 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 Ridgewood?
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 Ridgewood?
Childcare costs in Ridgewood 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.