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Best Daycare Centers in Buffalo, WY

Compare 10 daycare centers in Buffalo. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Buffalo, Wyoming at a glance

Daycares
10
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
16
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Buffalo offers 10 licensed daycares, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.7/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 82834 zip code, averaging 4.7 stars across 10 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Buffalo

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Ymca Child Care Center
    4.3 score
    4.4(15)

    101 S Klondike Dr, Buffalo, WY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 96 children

    Reviews praise the YMCA Child Care Center for its excellent facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming atmosphere. Parents appreciate the variety of amenities including a large pool, gym, fitness classes, and flexible membership options. The facility is noted as exceptionally clean and well-maintained for a small town location.

    friendly and helpful stafflarge swimming poolwell-equipped gymfitness classes

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Buffalo

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
1
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Buffalo, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.7avg rating
9 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Buffalo zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
8283410
4.7
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Buffalo (15–96 children)

Small

up to 30 children

7

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

2

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Buffalo based on parent reviews

Ymca Child Care Center

4.4(15)

101 S Klondike Dr, Buffalo, WY

Reviews praise the YMCA Child Care Center for its excellent facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming atmosphere. Parents appreciate the variety of amenities including a large pool, gym, fitness classes, and flexible membership options. The facility is noted as exceptionally clean and well-maintained for a small town location.

friendly and helpful stafflarge swimming poolwell-equipped gym

Noah'S Ark

5(1)

620 S Main, Buffalo, WY

One parent highlights Miss Janine as an exceptional staff member who fosters a loving and safe environment where children enjoy learning. The review emphasizes that the preschool program successfully engages children and prioritizes their safety and emotional well-being.

exceptional staffloving environmentsafe setting

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Daycare types in Buffalo

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 1

Daycare Centers in Buffalo, Wyoming

There are 10 daycare centers in Buffalo, Wyoming. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Buffalo have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 16 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Buffalo, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Daycare Centers in Buffalo

Showing 10 results

Noah'S Ark
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights Miss Janine as an exceptional staff member who fosters a loving and safe environment where children enjoy learning. The review emphasizes that the preschool program successfully engages children and prioritizes their safety and emotional well-being.

exceptional staffloving environmentsafe setting
Address
620 S Main, Buffalo, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Ymca Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Reviews praise the YMCA Child Care Center for its excellent facilities, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming atmosphere. Parents appreciate the variety of amenities including a large pool, gym, fitness classes, and flexible membership options. The facility is noted as exceptionally clean and well-maintained for a small town location.

friendly and helpful stafflarge swimming poolwell-equipped gym
Address
101 S Klondike Dr, Buffalo, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
Jera Monroe
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
603 Circle Drive, Buffalo, WY
Phone
(307) 217-0485
Kim Norman
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
757 Klondike Dr., Buffalo, WY
Phone
(307) 684-5356
Noahs Ark Christian Daycare LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
68 E. Fetterman, Buffalo, WY
Phone
(307) 217-3126
Red Rover Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
919 N. Main, Buffalo, WY
Phone
(307) 621-0539
Absaroka Head Start Buffalo
Headstart Programs
Address
201 Aspen Drive, Buffalo, WY
Phone
(307) 684-2873
Evonnes Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
112 N Bozeman, Buffalo, WY
Phone
(307) 684-9193
Buffalo Children'S Center, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
151 S Klondike, Buffalo, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE
The Learning Tree Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
820 W Fetterman St, Buffalo, WY
Phone
NOT AVAILABLE

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Frequently asked questions

There are 10 all daycares in Buffalo, Wyoming. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Buffalo have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Buffalo, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Wyoming's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Wyoming)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Buffalo offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
Daycare costs in Wyoming typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Buffalo for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Buffalo must be licensed by Wyoming's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.