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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Clayton, NY

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Clayton. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clayton, New York at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
21
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Clayton has 2 licensed child daycare & preschools with 21 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clayton

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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    Watertown Family Ymca, INC.
    4 score
    4(20)

    600 High Street, Clayton, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Note: These reviews appear to be for a YMCA fitness facility, not a daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the clean, modern facilities, well-maintained equipment, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming atmosphere. One reviewer noted a negative front desk interaction.

    Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern equipment and amenities (poolsaunasteam room

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Clayton

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

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clayton (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clayton based on parent reviews

Little Bud'S Elc

5(1)

41579 Farrell Drive, Clayton, NY

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness and praises the staff for providing excellent care for their child. The reviewer expresses strong satisfaction with the experience and offers a high recommendation.

great staffvery clean facilitytakes great care of children

Watertown Family Ymca, INC.

4(20)

600 High Street, Clayton, NY

Note: These reviews appear to be for a YMCA fitness facility, not a daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the clean, modern facilities, well-maintained equipment, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming atmosphere. One reviewer noted a negative front desk interaction.

Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern equipment and amenities (poolsauna

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Clayton, New York

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Clayton, 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 Clayton have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 21 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clayton, 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 Clayton

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Little Bud'S Elc
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent highlights the facility's cleanliness and praises the staff for providing excellent care for their child. The reviewer expresses strong satisfaction with the experience and offers a high recommendation.

great staffvery clean facilitytakes great care of children
Address
41579 Farrell Drive, Clayton, NY
Phone
(315) 686-2900
Watertown Family Ymca, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Note: These reviews appear to be for a YMCA fitness facility, not a daycare center. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the clean, modern facilities, well-maintained equipment, friendly and helpful staff, and welcoming atmosphere. One reviewer noted a negative front desk interaction.

Clean and well-maintained facilitymodern equipment and amenities (poolsauna
Address
600 High Street, Clayton, NY
Phone
(315) 486-5196

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clayton, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Clayton have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clayton, 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 Clayton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clayton 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.