How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Grand Island, New York?

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Grand Island, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

How do I choose the right daycare in Grand Island?

When choosing a daycare in Grand Island, 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

What is the average cost of daycare in New York?

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 Grand Island for current pricing.

Are daycares in Grand Island licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Grand Island 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Grand Island, New York (7 Results)

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Grand Island

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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Island Kids Child Care Center
4.64 score
4.8(20)
1353 Ransom Road, Grand Island, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Island Kids Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and engaged staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and communication through the Procare app that keeps them updated on their children's daily activities.
Caring and engaged staffclean facilitiesstrong educational curriculum with play-based learningoutdoor and indoor play areas
2
St. Timothy Lutheran Child Care
4.25 score
4.4(8)
1453 Staley Road, Grand Island, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
St. Timothy Lutheran Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, daily educational lessons, outdoor facilities, and faith-based curriculum. The center is noted for cleanliness, security, and individualized attention to children. One negative review mentions a decline in quality following a pastoral change.
Loving and caring staffdaily lessons and Bible storiesfun activitiesdaily photo/video updates
3
Just For Kids
3.94 score
3.9(7)
2451 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Just For Kids is an after school program in Grand Island with mostly positive reviews praising staff helpfulness, homework assistance, and engaging activities. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct, safety protocols, and management practices. Experiences appear to vary significantly.
Helpful and caring staff (Mr. CaseyMs. Sam)homework assistance and academic improvementengaging activities and projects

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Grand Island based on parent reviews

Island Kids Child Care Center

4.8(20)

1353 Ransom Road, Grand Island, NY

Island Kids Child Care Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating the facility 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and engaged staff, clean facilities, educational curriculum, and communication through the Procare app that keeps them updated on their children's daily activities.

Caring and engaged staffclean facilitiesstrong educational curriculum with play-based learning

Kiddos Korner Preschool, INC.

5(2)

2728 Stony Point Road, Grand Island, NY

St. Timothy Lutheran Child Care

4.4(8)

1453 Staley Road, Grand Island, NY

St. Timothy Lutheran Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews, with parents praising the caring staff, daily educational lessons, outdoor facilities, and faith-based curriculum. The center is noted for cleanliness, security, and individualized attention to children. One negative review mentions a decline in quality following a pastoral change.

Loving and caring staffdaily lessons and Bible storiesfun activities

Just For Kids

3.9(7)

2451 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY

Just For Kids is an after school program in Grand Island with mostly positive reviews praising staff helpfulness, homework assistance, and engaging activities. However, two negative reviews raise serious concerns about staff conduct, safety protocols, and management practices. Experiences appear to vary significantly.

Helpful and caring staff (Mr. CaseyMs. Sam)homework assistance and academic improvement

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