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6 Child Daycare & Preschools in Ballston Spa, New York

Browse all 6 child daycare & preschools in Ballston Spa, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Ballston Spa

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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    20 Malta Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Ballston Area Community Center's UPK program for its high-quality education and dedicated staff. The facility is described as welcoming, warm, and genuinely caring, with a strong community focus. Parents report visible child development and growth in a positive learning environment.

    Dedicated and knowledgeable teachersnurturing environmentwelcoming and friendly staffhigh-quality education
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    100 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise the Ballston Area Community Center's UPK program for its outstanding education and nurturing environment. Staff and teachers are described as dedicated, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for families. The facility is noted for its thoughtful program structure that supports child development and growth.

    Dedicated and knowledgeable teachersnurturing environmentchild development and growthwelcoming and friendly staff
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    300 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This facility listing appears to contain gym/fitness center reviews rather than daycare reviews. The reviews consistently praise the YMCA's clean facilities, professional staff, variety of exercise equipment, and convenient location in the Ballston Spa/Malta area.

    Clean and well-maintained facilitiesknowledgeable and friendly staffvariety of equipment and classesconvenient location
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    50 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center itself, but rather for various county social services departments within the same organization. Parents consistently praise the helpful and courteous staff across multiple departments.

    Friendly and helpful staffefficient serviceknowledgeable employeesminimal wait times
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    12 Church Ave, Ballston Spa, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Kids First Childcare Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Satisfied parents praise the staff, curriculum, and preschool/school-age programs, while dissatisfied parents report serious safety concerns, inadequate child supervision, unresponsive management, and policy/procedure deficiencies.

    Attentive staffexcellent curriculumpreschool program effectivenessclean facility

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Ballston Spa based on parent reviews

Ballston Area Community Center, INC.

4.9(10)

20 Malta Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY

Parents consistently praise Ballston Area Community Center's UPK program for its high-quality education and dedicated staff. The facility is described as welcoming, warm, and genuinely caring, with a strong community focus. Parents report visible child development and growth in a positive learning environment.

Dedicated and knowledgeable teachersnurturing environmentwelcoming and friendly staff

Ballston Area Community Center

4.9(10)

100 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY

Parents consistently praise the Ballston Area Community Center's UPK program for its outstanding education and nurturing environment. Staff and teachers are described as dedicated, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for families. The facility is noted for its thoughtful program structure that supports child development and growth.

Dedicated and knowledgeable teachersnurturing environmentchild development and growth

Saratoga Regional Young Men'S Christian Association

4.6(20)

300 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY

This facility listing appears to contain gym/fitness center reviews rather than daycare reviews. The reviews consistently praise the YMCA's clean facilities, professional staff, variety of exercise equipment, and convenient location in the Ballston Spa/Malta area.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesknowledgeable and friendly staffvariety of equipment and classes

Milestones Early Childhood Center Of Ballston Spa, LLC

4

3459r, Ballston Spa, NY

Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council, INC.

3.7(20)

50 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY

The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center itself, but rather for various county social services departments within the same organization. Parents consistently praise the helpful and courteous staff across multiple departments.

Friendly and helpful staffefficient serviceknowledgeable employees

Kids First Childcare Center

2.9(10)

12 Church Ave, Ballston Spa, NY

Kids First Childcare Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Satisfied parents praise the staff, curriculum, and preschool/school-age programs, while dissatisfied parents report serious safety concerns, inadequate child supervision, unresponsive management, and policy/procedure deficiencies.

Attentive staffexcellent curriculumpreschool program effectiveness

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Ballston Spa, New York

There are 6 child daycare & preschools in Ballston Spa, New York. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Ballston Spa, 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 Ballston Spa

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Ballston Area Community Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Ballston Area Community Center's UPK program for its high-quality education and dedicated staff. The facility is described as welcoming, warm, and genuinely caring, with a strong community focus. Parents report visible child development and growth in a positive learning environment.

Dedicated and knowledgeable teachersnurturing environmentwelcoming and friendly staff
Address
20 Malta Avenue, Ballston Spa, NY
Phone
(518) 885-3261
Ballston Area Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise the Ballston Area Community Center's UPK program for its outstanding education and nurturing environment. Staff and teachers are described as dedicated, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for families. The facility is noted for its thoughtful program structure that supports child development and growth.

Dedicated and knowledgeable teachersnurturing environmentchild development and growth
Address
100 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY
Phone
(518) 885-3261
Saratoga Regional Young Men'S Christian Association
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

This facility listing appears to contain gym/fitness center reviews rather than daycare reviews. The reviews consistently praise the YMCA's clean facilities, professional staff, variety of exercise equipment, and convenient location in the Ballston Spa/Malta area.

Clean and well-maintained facilitiesknowledgeable and friendly staffvariety of equipment and classes
Address
300 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY
Phone
(518) 583-9622
Milestones Early Childhood Center Of Ballston Spa, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
3459r, Ballston Spa, NY
Phone
(518) 884-4868
Saratoga County Economic Opportunity Council, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

The reviews provided do not appear to be for the daycare center itself, but rather for various county social services departments within the same organization. Parents consistently praise the helpful and courteous staff across multiple departments.

Friendly and helpful staffefficient serviceknowledgeable employees
Address
50 Wood Road, Ballston Spa, NY
Phone
(518) 884-7210
Kids First Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
2.9

Kids First Childcare Center receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Satisfied parents praise the staff, curriculum, and preschool/school-age programs, while dissatisfied parents report serious safety concerns, inadequate child supervision, unresponsive management, and policy/procedure deficiencies.

Attentive staffexcellent curriculumpreschool program effectiveness
Address
12 Church Ave, Ballston Spa, NY
Phone
(518) 309-3540

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Frequently asked questions

There are 6 child daycare & preschools daycares in Ballston Spa, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Ballston Spa, 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 Ballston Spa for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Ballston Spa 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.