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6,486 Daycare Centers in New York

Browse 6,486 daycare centers across New York. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in New York

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in New York can make the decision-making process smoother.

New York has about 6,486 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in New York. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in New York

There are 6,486 daycares in New York: 186 headstart facilities, 422 before/after school centers, 136 religious facility daycares, and 5,742 childcare and preschool centers.

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Arbor Park Child Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise Creative Kids Child Care Center for its exceptional cleanliness, caring staff, nutritious home-cooked meals, and nurturing environment. Children reportedly thrive and look forward to attending daily. The facility is described as secure, well-maintained, and diverse with excellent communication through the Procare app.

Cleanliness and sanitizationno-shoe policy in classroomsfresh home-cooked meals with homegrown vegetables
Address
96 Second St, Albany, NY
Phone
(518) 465-8466
Mercy Cares For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's child-first approach, low infant-to-adult ratios supported by volunteers, and diverse community engagement programs. Reviewers note the reasonable cost and comprehensive amenities, including provided meals and flexible hours, while acknowledging that securing a spot can be difficult.

high infant-to-adult ratio with volunteer supportengaging playgroundsinteraction with special needs schools and nursing homes
Address
310 S Manning Blvd, Albany, NY
Phone
(518) 525-5437
Serendipity Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff's organizational skills and genuine care, noting a teacher's engaging interaction with children on the playground. Another reviewer expresses gratitude for the loving care provided to their grandchildren.

organizationcaring staffengaging teachers
Address
22 Grove Street, Voorheesville, NY
Phone
(518) 765-2388
Guilderland Martial Arts
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the instruction from a strict but effective Sensei, while another describes the program as providing fabulous education for their son. The limited feedback suggests a positive experience regarding teaching quality and child engagement.

excellent instructionstrict but effective leadershiphigh-quality education
Address
2563 Western Ave, Altamont, NY
Phone
(518) 690-1269
Little Feet Daycare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the center's long-term success, noting that children transition smoothly from infant to preschool and graduate well-prepared for kindergarten. Reviewers frequently commend the staff, particularly owner Rafaella, for creating a family-like atmosphere and maintaining a positive, smiling environment. Feedback emphasizes strong educational outcomes and the affection children have for the caregivers.

long-term attendance across multiple childrenexcellent kindergarten preparationfamily-like atmosphere
Address
24 Church Street, Coeymans, NY
Phone
(518) 756-4300
Kids Express And Achievements At Maplewood School
Before or After School Daycare
5

Parents highlight the exceptional quality of the teachers, curriculum, and supportive programs, with one noting the school is worth a significant daily commute. Another review mentions a positive internship experience characterized by kind staff.

fantastic teachersstrong curriculumsupportive programs
Address
32 Cohoes Road, Watervliet, NY
Phone
(518) 328-0430
Kreative Kidz Zone
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes KREATIVE KIDZ ZONE as a fun and engaging environment where children can learn and grow in a comfortable, family-like atmosphere. The experience is noted for feeling less like a formal before- or after-school program and more like hanging out in a living room.

fun atmospherelearning opportunitiescomfortable and family-like environment
Address
204 Second Street, Albany, NY
Phone
(518) 449-1521
The Eastern Star, Day Care Center, INC. - Bldg. II
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8280 State Rte. 69, P.O. Box 627, Oriskany, NY
Phone
(315) 736-0687
Eastern Star After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8610 State Route 69, Oriskany, NY
Phone
(315) 736-0687
The Eastern Star, Day Care Center, INC. - Bldg. I
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8280 State Rte. 69, P.O. Box 627, Oriskany, NY
Phone
(315) 736-0687
The Eastern Star, Day Care Center, INC. Extended Care Sacc Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1400 Utica Street, Oriskany, NY
Phone
(315) 736-0687
Mvcaa, INC. Cornerstone Head Start
Headstart Programs
5
Address
1100 Miller Street, Utica, NY
Phone
(315) 624-9930
Treehouse After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center-based program as a formative part of their upbringing. No specific operational details or complaints are provided in the single available review.

formative experience
Address
8595 Westmoreland Road, Whitesboro, NY
Phone
(315) 768-6712
St. James Church Day School
Church Daycare
5

Parents highlight the program's suitability for kindergarten readiness, noting its small size and caring, experienced teachers. Reviewers appreciate the flexibility of morning and extended day options, with multiple families reporting high satisfaction and plans to enroll additional children.

small program sizecaring and experienced teacherskindergarten readiness focus
Address
9 Williams Street, Clinton, NY
Phone
(315) 853-5359
Genesee Street Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes a highly satisfying experience, noting that the center was their top choice after comparing other schools. They highlight the welcoming atmosphere and effective communication as key factors in their decision.

welcoming atmosphereexcellent communicationexcited children
Address
2631 Genesee Street, Utica, NY
Phone
(315) 792-3951
St. Mary'S Roman Catholic Church Of Clinton
Church Daycare
5

One parent notes that the location serves as a convenient parking spot for picking up their child from preschool. The review highlights the facility's utility for drop-off and pick-up logistics without detailing specific childcare program feedback.

convenient parking for pick-up
Address
5 Prospect Street, Clinton, NY
Phone
(315) 853-6196
Utica Safe Schools/Healthy Student Partnerships, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
500 Deerfield Dr. East, Utica, NY
Phone
(315) 368-6660
Bristol Mountain Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes this center-based program as offering excellent childcare with small group sizes that allow for individual attention and close friendships. The facility prioritizes outdoor play and offers unique opportunities for four-year-olds to learn skiing, all while using positive reinforcement to foster independence and social skills.

small group sizesindividual attentionclose friendships
Address
5662 Route 64, Canandaigua, NY
Phone
(585) 374-1150
Happiness House/Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents highlight the supportive staff and mixed student environment, noting significant developmental gains such as increased speech and social understanding for their children. The few reviews so far mention that the program benefits both typical and non-typical students through inclusive interaction.

supportive staffmixed student environmentimproved speech
Address
5415 County Road 30, Canandaigua, NY
Phone
(585) 394-1190
Tendercare Tot Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
39 Quinn Way, Ray Brook, NY
Phone
(518) 891-6245
Kids R Us (Main)
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents report that children enjoy the facility, with staff described as kind, experienced, and supportive of developmental milestones like potty training. Caregivers are noted for their long tenure and ability to create an engaging environment through games and crafts.

Supportive staffexperienced teachersengaging activities
Address
3 Brandybrook Ave, Saranac Lake, NY
Phone
(518) 891-6057
Kids R Us 2
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents report that the staff are kind, experienced, and dedicated to their children's development, with specific praise for helping with milestones like potty training and supporting children with delays. Families note that the children are consistently excited to attend and enjoy engaging activities such as games, songs, and arts and crafts. The facility is described as a longstanding, licensed center with a warm environment that fosters strong bonds between teachers and students.

Experienced staff with 10+ year tenuresupportive of developmental delaysengaging learning activities (games
Address
3 Brandybrook Ave, Saranac Lake, NY
Phone
(518) 891-6057
Whitney Point Preschool, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2496 West Main Street, Whitney Point, NY
Phone
(607) 692-3313
Wilson Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the staff as a loving and caring group, commending their awesome work within the community. The review expresses strong appreciation for the center's positive impact. No specific drawbacks or complaints were noted in the feedback.

loving staffcaring individualsawesome community work
Address
61 Front Street, Deposit, NY
Phone
(607) 467-5437
Productivity Enhancement Ministries, INC - Leading Stars
Church Daycare
5
Address
2151 Washington Ave, Bronx, NY
Phone
(917) 605-5154
Scan-New York Volunteer Parent-Aides Association INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1020 Anderson Avenue, Bronx, NY
Phone
(718) 293-1007
Cub Care Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

A parent highlights that the center provides a secure, clean, and friendly environment where children can thrive in their Pre-K program. They note that communication with staff is easy and specifically praise teachers for being patient, clear, fun, and encouraging.

secure buildingclean facilityfriendly and helpful staff
Address
201 Main St, Vestal, NY
Phone
(607) 786-9006
Whitney Point Preschool & Daycare INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2496 West Main St., Whitney Point, NY
Phone
(607) 692-3313
Cub Care Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes CUB Care Children's Center as an outstanding Pre-K program where their child thrived and enjoyed the teachers and peers. The reviewer highlights the secure, clean facility and notes that staff members, specifically Mr. P and Ms. S, were patient, clear, and encouraging. They also emphasize that communication with the school was easy and effective.

Excellent Pre-K programsecure and clean facilityfriendly and helpful staff
Address
600 E. Benita Blvd, Vestal, NY
Phone
(607) 786-9006
Cub Care Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes CUB CARE CHILDREN'S CENTER as an excellent Pre-K environment where their child thrived and enjoyed the friendly, helpful staff and secure facility. The reviewer highlights easy communication and praises specific teachers for being patient, clear, fun, and encouraging.

secure buildingclean facilityfriendly and helpful staff
Address
209 Clayton Ave, Vestal, NY
Phone
(607) 786-9006

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6,486 all daycares across New York. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in New York are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through New York's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in New York, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (New York sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in New York vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.