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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Derby, NY

Compare 4 child daycare & preschools in Derby. Average rating: 4.35/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Derby, New York at a glance

Programs
4
Avg rating
4.35/5
Parent reviews
30
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Derby has 4 licensed child daycare & preschools with 30 parent reviews averaging 4.35/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Derby

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
    Kids' Kastle
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    7008 Erie Road, Derby, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Kids' Kastle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational activities, and developmental support across all age groups. However, one detailed negative review from 2 years ago describes serious breastmilk handling procedures that allegedly caused an infant to refuse bottles, coupled with concerns about informal staff training protocols.

    Caring and patient staffeducational programming with age-appropriate activitiesreal-time parent updates via Procare appoutdoor play and field trips
  2. 2
    The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
    4.07 score
    4.1(13)

    7008 Erie Road, Derby, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Community Action Organization of Western New York in Derby receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the organization's community impact, helpful staff, and quality services across multiple programs. Parents and community members appreciate the supportive atmosphere and accessibility.

    Helpful and polite staffCommunity impact and involvementTax preparation assistanceClean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Derby

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 Derby (– 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 Derby based on parent reviews

Kids' Kastle

4.6(8)

7008 Erie Road, Derby, NY

Kids' Kastle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational activities, and developmental support across all age groups. However, one detailed negative review from 2 years ago describes serious breastmilk handling procedures that allegedly caused an infant to refuse bottles, coupled with concerns about informal staff training protocols.

Caring and patient staffeducational programming with age-appropriate activitiesreal-time parent updates via Procare app

The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.

4.1(13)

7008 Erie Road, Derby, NY

The Community Action Organization of Western New York in Derby receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the organization's community impact, helpful staff, and quality services across multiple programs. Parents and community members appreciate the supportive atmosphere and accessibility.

Helpful and polite staffCommunity impact and involvementTax preparation assistance

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Derby, New York

There are 4 child daycare & preschools in Derby, 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 Derby have an average rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.35 stars. Our analysis covers 30 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Derby, 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 Derby

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Kids' Kastle
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Kids' Kastle receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the caring staff, educational activities, and developmental support across all age groups. However, one detailed negative review from 2 years ago describes serious breastmilk handling procedures that allegedly caused an infant to refuse bottles, coupled with concerns about informal staff training protocols.

Caring and patient staffeducational programming with age-appropriate activitiesreal-time parent updates via Procare app
Address
7008 Erie Road, Derby, NY
Phone
(716) 947-5052
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

The Community Action Organization of Western New York in Derby receives consistently positive feedback. Reviews highlight the organization's community impact, helpful staff, and quality services across multiple programs. Parents and community members appreciate the supportive atmosphere and accessibility.

Helpful and polite staffCommunity impact and involvementTax preparation assistance
Address
7008 Erie Road, Derby, NY
Phone
(716) 947-0064
Ymca Buffalo Niagara
Child Daycare & Preschools

One parent highlights the staff as great and very friendly, while another notes the facility is nice for exercising during bad weather. A third review points out cleanliness issues, specifically noting that the steam room is not wiped down and has persistent dirt marks on the steamer.

great stafffriendly peoplenice facility for exercising in inclement weather
Address
6745 Erie Road, Derby, NY
Phone
(716) 553-8460
Care-A-Lot Childcare Centre, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Care-A-Lot Childcare Centre receives mixed reviews. Several parents praise the nurturing environment, friendly staff, and their children's enjoyment of the facility. However, other parents report serious concerns including alleged neglect of a child with special needs during a medical emergency, refusal to refund fees after incidents, unresponsive management, and employment/payment issues.

Nurturing environmentfriendly and courteous staffchildren enjoy attending
Address
7821 Erie Road, P.O. Box 404, Derby, NY
Phone
(716) 549-0585

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Frequently asked questions

There are 4 child daycare & preschools daycares in Derby, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Derby have an average Google rating of 4.35 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Derby, 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 Derby for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Derby 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.