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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Canton, NY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Canton. Average rating: 3.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Canton, New York at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
3.47/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Canton offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.47/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Canton

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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    2043b State Highway 68, Canton, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Cornell Cooperative Extension's Northwind After School program as a valuable community resource offering farm camps, educational programs, and outdoor activities for children. The facility is highlighted for affordable pricing, knowledgeable staff, animal interactions, and nature-based learning opportunities. Parents appreciate the organization's broader contributions to the county including 4-H youth development, gardening programs, and agricultur

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Canton

4.5 - 5.0
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Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Canton (– 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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Child Daycare & Preschools in Canton, New York

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Canton, New York, making up 75% of the 4 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Canton have an average rating of 3.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Canton, 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 Canton

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Canton Day Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

One parent describes a long-term positive experience with caring, patient staff, while another notes the facility is clean with good teachers. A second review highlights the quality of instruction and cleanliness but does not elaborate further on specific strengths or weaknesses.

long-term satisfactioncaring and patient staffgood teachers
Address
205 State Street Road, Canton, NY
Phone
(315) 379-1829
St. Lawrence County Community Development Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
1

One parent reports a severe medical incident involving their anemic three-year-old, alleging that staff incorrectly administered Narcan instead of an epinephrine injection after the child passed out from a prolonged nosebleed. The review also details a dispute where the center filed three false reports of physical abuse against the father, citing a pre-existing minor mark from roughhousing as evidence of assault.

None mentioned
Address
8 Judson Street, Canton, NY
Phone
(315) 386-3118
Canton Day Care Center INC. After Hours, Kid Power
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent describes long-term satisfaction with the center, highlighting the teachers as nice, patient, and caring, while another review notes the facility is clean and has good teachers. The few reviews so far mention a positive experience with staff quality and cleanliness, with no specific complaints regarding care or operations.

Nice teacherspatient staffcaring staff
Address
99 State Street, Canton, NY
Phone
(315) 379-1829

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Canton, New York, out of 4 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Canton have an average Google rating of 3.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Canton, 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
Canton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 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 Canton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Canton 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.