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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Alden, NY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Alden. Average rating: 4.8/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Alden, New York at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.8/5
Parent reviews
31
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Alden has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 31 parent reviews averaging 4.8/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Alden

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.

  1. 1
    Kelly'S Imagination Station, INC.
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    12835 Broadway, Alden, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise this daycare (formerly Imagination Station, now BrightPath Alden) for its caring, professional staff who treat families like their own. Children thrive academically and socially through enriching activities, outdoor play, and individualized attention. Parents appreciate the facility's cleanliness, strong communication, and the evident passion staff members have for their work.

    Kind and caring staffstrong parent-child relationships with t
  2. 2
    Precious People Daycare
    4.43 score
    4.7(8)

    12001 Broadway, Alden, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Precious People Daycare in Alden receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, responsive leadership, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one parent reported witnessing a staff member verbally and physically mistreat an infant and toddler, and alleged retaliation from the director after reporting the incident to state licensing.

    Caring and attentive staffquick communication and responsiveness from owner Anitaflexib

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Alden

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
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3.0 - 3.9
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Below 3
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Alden (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Alden based on parent reviews

Kelly'S Imagination Station, INC.

4.9(20)

12835 Broadway, Alden, NY

Parents consistently praise this daycare (formerly Imagination Station, now BrightPath Alden) for its caring, professional staff who treat families like their own. Children thrive academically and socially through enriching activities, outdoor play, and individualized attention. Parents appreciate the facility's cleanliness, strong communication, and the evident passion staff members have for their work.

Kind and caring staffstrong parent-child relationships with t

Precious People Daycare

4.7(8)

12001 Broadway, Alden, NY

Precious People Daycare in Alden receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, responsive leadership, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one parent reported witnessing a staff member verbally and physically mistreat an infant and toddler, and alleged retaliation from the director after reporting the incident to state licensing.

Caring and attentive staffquick communication and responsiveness from owner Anitaflexib

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Alden, New York

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Alden, New York. 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 Alden have an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.8 stars. Our analysis covers 31 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Alden

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Kelly'S Imagination Station, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise this daycare (formerly Imagination Station, now BrightPath Alden) for its caring, professional staff who treat families like their own. Children thrive academically and socially through enriching activities, outdoor play, and individualized attention. Parents appreciate the facility's cleanliness, strong communication, and the evident passion staff members have for their work.

Kind and caring staffstrong parent-child relationships with t
Address
12835 Broadway, Alden, NY
Phone
(716) 937-4602
Precious People Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Precious People Daycare in Alden receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, responsive leadership, and family-oriented atmosphere. However, one parent reported witnessing a staff member verbally and physically mistreat an infant and toddler, and alleged retaliation from the director after reporting the incident to state licensing.

Caring and attentive staffquick communication and responsiveness from owner Anitaflexib
Address
12001 Broadway, Alden, NY
Phone
(716) 937-0315
Ymca Buffalo Niagara
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent describes the staff as friendly and great, while another notes the facility is nice for exercising during bad weather. A third reviewer highlights cleanliness concerns, specifically pointing out that the steam room appears unwiped with visible dirt marks on the steamer.

friendly staffgreat peoplenice facility for inclement weather
Address
11197 Broadway St., Alden, NY
Phone
(716) 684-2395

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Alden, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Alden have an average Google rating of 4.8 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Alden, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with New York's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in New York)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in New York 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 Alden for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Alden must be licensed by New York'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.