La Maternelle West 55th
Daycare center in Manhattan, NY. 400 West 55 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
About the program
La Maternelle West 55th is a licensed daycare center in Manhattan, New York. It is licensed for 67 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
La Maternelle is a bilingual French and English daycare and preschool in Manhattan serving children from three months to 4.5 years.
The program follows a play-based and language immersion approach and offers French.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. La Maternelle West 55th does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,500 a month.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →New York publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.
What parents say
Choosing the right daycare is never easy, but I can confidently say this one has exceeded every expectation since joining. The level of care and attention given to my child gives me calm and ease. From the moment I drop her off, I feel completely at ease knowing she is safe - not only within the facility but also during their daily walks/outdoor activities. That peace of mind is priceless. What stands out most is how…
Kimberly Crewe · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoWe’ve been very happy with our experience at La Maternelle. The team is kind, caring, attentive and truly seems to love what they do, which makes such a difference when it comes to caring for children. The rooms are bright, spacious, and full of color, creating a welcoming environment for little ones. We are very grateful for the level of care and dedication shown every day.
Camille S. · 5/5 on Google · 6 months agoWe love La Maternelle on 55th. The teachers are super nice and the facility is bright with lots of windows. Our daughter enjoys it here!
Janina F. · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
400 West 55 Street, Manhattan, NY 10019
Questions about La Maternelle West 55th
Is La Maternelle West 55th licensed?
Yes. La Maternelle West 55th holds an active NYC Infant Toddler (GCC) + NYC Preschool (GCC) licence from New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services (licence 106636, 106635), with a licensed capacity of 67 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
What ages does La Maternelle West 55th take?
La Maternelle West 55th is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.
How much does La Maternelle West 55th cost?
La Maternelle West 55th does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

