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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Clifton Springs, NY

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Clifton Springs. Average rating: 4.43/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Clifton Springs, New York at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.43/5
Parent reviews
19
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Clifton Springs offers 4 licensed child daycare & preschools, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 4.43/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clifton Springs

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
    Clifton Springs Ymca
    4.42 score
    4.6(12)

    10 Crane Street, Clifton Springs, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Clifton Springs YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from parents and members. Parents praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, well-organized summer camps and youth programs, and affordable family membership rates. The facility is noted as welcoming for families with children and offering quality childcare and recreational activities.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-organized summer campsaffordable family membership

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Clifton Springs

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
0

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Clifton Springs (– 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 Clifton Springs based on parent reviews

Happiness House/Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association/Midlakes Upk

5(4)

1490 Rt 488, Clifton Springs, NY

Parents report exceptional staff support and an inclusive environment that benefits children with varying needs. Several families highlight significant developmental progress, particularly in speech and social skills, after enrolling their children in the program.

excellent staffinclusive environment for typical and non-typical studentssignificant speech development

Clifton Springs Ymca

4.6(12)

10 Crane Street, Clifton Springs, NY

Clifton Springs YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from parents and members. Parents praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, well-organized summer camps and youth programs, and affordable family membership rates. The facility is noted as welcoming for families with children and offering quality childcare and recreational activities.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-organized summer camps

Our Children'S Place

3.7(3)

9 Village Dr., Clifton Springs, NY

While some parents highlight the staff's dedication and the center's support for special needs children, others cite prohibitive costs and strict financial policies as significant drawbacks. Conflicting reports also exist regarding teacher quality, with experiences ranging from welcoming and caring to unprofessional and mean.

Excellent staff for special needswelcoming and smiling atmospherestaff go above and beyond with personal funds

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Clifton Springs, New York

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Clifton Springs, 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 Clifton Springs have an average rating of 4.43 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.43 stars. Our analysis covers 19 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Clifton Springs, 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 Clifton Springs

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Happiness House/Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association/Midlakes Upk
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents report exceptional staff support and an inclusive environment that benefits children with varying needs. Several families highlight significant developmental progress, particularly in speech and social skills, after enrolling their children in the program.

excellent staffinclusive environment for typical and non-typical studentssignificant speech development
Address
1490 Rt 488, Clifton Springs, NY
Phone
(315) 548-6700
Clifton Springs Ymca
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Clifton Springs YMCA receives consistently positive feedback from parents and members. Parents praise the friendly staff, clean facilities, well-organized summer camps and youth programs, and affordable family membership rates. The facility is noted as welcoming for families with children and offering quality childcare and recreational activities.

Friendly and helpful staffclean facilitieswell-organized summer camps
Address
10 Crane Street, Clifton Springs, NY
Phone
(315) 462-5437
Our Children'S Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

While some parents highlight the staff's dedication and the center's support for special needs children, others cite prohibitive costs and strict financial policies as significant drawbacks. Conflicting reports also exist regarding teacher quality, with experiences ranging from welcoming and caring to unprofessional and mean.

Excellent staff for special needswelcoming and smiling atmospherestaff go above and beyond with personal funds
Address
9 Village Dr., Clifton Springs, NY
Phone
(315) 462-3174
Young Mens Christian Association Of Clifton Springs-Midlakes Intermediate
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1510 State Route 488, Clifton Springs, NY
Phone
(315) 462-6184

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Clifton Springs, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Clifton Springs have an average Google rating of 4.43 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Clifton Springs, 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 Clifton Springs for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Clifton Springs 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.