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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in East Amherst, NY

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in East Amherst. Average rating: 4.7/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

East Amherst, New York at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.7/5
Parent reviews
33
Top rated (4.5+)
1

East Amherst has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 33 parent reviews averaging 4.7/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in East Amherst

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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    Gina Property Holdings
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    8620 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Carousel Academy for exceptional staff care, structured learning programs, and warm family-like environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (5-11+ years) and note significant positive impacts on their children's development and school readiness. Staff communication, flexibility, and ability to help children adjust from difficult previous experiences are frequently highlighted.

    Caring and nurturing stafflow staff turnoverage-appropriate curriculum balancing learning and creative playclean facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in East Amherst

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
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3.0 - 3.9
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Below 3
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in East Amherst (– 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 East Amherst based on parent reviews

Gina Property Holdings

4.7(13)

8620 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY

Parents consistently praise Carousel Academy for exceptional staff care, structured learning programs, and warm family-like environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (5-11+ years) and note significant positive impacts on their children's development and school readiness. Staff communication, flexibility, and ability to help children adjust from difficult previous experiences are frequently highlighted.

Caring and nurturing stafflow staff turnoverage-appropriate curriculum balancing learning and creative play

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Child Daycare & Preschools in East Amherst, New York

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in East Amherst, 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 East Amherst have an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.7 stars. Our analysis covers 33 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in East Amherst, 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 East Amherst

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Gina Property Holdings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Parents consistently praise Carousel Academy for exceptional staff care, structured learning programs, and warm family-like environment. Multiple families report long-term enrollment (5-11+ years) and note significant positive impacts on their children's development and school readiness. Staff communication, flexibility, and ability to help children adjust from difficult previous experiences are frequently highlighted.

Caring and nurturing stafflow staff turnoverage-appropriate curriculum balancing learning and creative play
Address
8620 Transit Rd, East Amherst, NY
Phone
(716) 636-8700
Just For Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1900 Dodge Road, East Amherst, NY
Phone
(716) 225-3538
Doodle Bugs! Children'S Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools

Doodle Bugs East Amherst receives consistently positive feedback from parents across all reviews. Parents praise the caring and responsive staff, strong developmental curriculum, and welcoming environment. Children reportedly adjust well and enjoy attending.

Kind and caring teacherswarm greeting atmospherevaried curriculum and activities (music
Address
8790 Transit Road, East Amherst, NY
Phone
(716) 688-0200

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in East Amherst, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in East Amherst have an average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in East Amherst, 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 East Amherst for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in East Amherst 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.