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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Hudson, NY

Compare 8 child daycare & preschools in Hudson. Average rating: 4.42/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Hudson, New York at a glance

Programs
8
Avg rating
4.42/5
Parent reviews
48
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Hudson has 8 licensed child daycare & preschools with 48 parent reviews averaging 4.42/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 12534 zip code, averaging 4.42 stars across 8 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hudson

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
    Columbia Opportunities INC
    4.51 score
    4.7(13)

    540 Columbia Street, Hudson, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Columbia Opportunities Inc. receives consistently positive feedback for its staff and services. Parents praise the caring, helpful, and compassionate employees who provide free tax filing and various community services. The organization is recognized as a valuable neighborhood resource.

    Friendly and compassionate stafffree tax filing servicesno hidden feeshelpful customer service
  2. 2
    Columbia-Greene Community College D C C
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    4400 Ny-23, Hudson, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This appears to be a community college, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the institution for affordable programs, community events, supportive staff, and efficient vaccine clinics, though reviews do not address childcare services.

    Affordable tuitiondiverse programscommunity eventswonderful staff and professors

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Hudson

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Hudson zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
125348
4.42
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Hudson (– 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 Hudson based on parent reviews

Columbia Opportunities INC

4.7(13)

540 Columbia Street, Hudson, NY

Columbia Opportunities Inc. receives consistently positive feedback for its staff and services. Parents praise the caring, helpful, and compassionate employees who provide free tax filing and various community services. The organization is recognized as a valuable neighborhood resource.

Friendly and compassionate stafffree tax filing servicesno hidden fees

Columbia-Greene Community College D C C

4.5(20)

4400 Ny-23, Hudson, NY

This appears to be a community college, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the institution for affordable programs, community events, supportive staff, and efficient vaccine clinics, though reviews do not address childcare services.

Affordable tuitiondiverse programscommunity events

Hudson Day Care Center INC.

5(1)

10 Warren St, Hudson, NY

One parent describes the center as an amazing and necessary organization. No specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or facility conditions are provided in the available feedback.

amazingnecessary

Hudson Bluehawk Nation Afterschool Program

4.2(2)

215 Harry Howard Avenue, Hudson, NY

One parent highlights the teachers' kindness and the program's positive impact on children's physical and mental well-being, while another dismisses the location as a bad school, noting only that some kids are nice.

kind teacherssupports physical and mental health

Columbia Children'S Center, INC.

3.7(2)

142 Union Tpke, Hudson, NY

Parent feedback for Columbia Children's Center presents conflicting experiences, with one reviewer highlighting long-tenured staff and a caring environment, while another criticizes the facility for serious safety lapses and poor management. The latter account alleges the center has closed due to an incident involving an unattended child near a busy road, citing inadequate fencing and outdated playground equipment. Additional complaints from this review include overcrowded classes, inexperienced staff, and ineffective communication practices.

long-tenured and trusted teachersfamily-owned atmospheresupportive staff

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Hudson, New York

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Hudson, 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 Hudson have an average rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.42 stars. Our analysis covers 48 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Hudson, 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 Hudson

Showing 8 results

Hudson Day Care Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

One parent describes the center as an amazing and necessary organization. No specific details regarding staff, curriculum, or facility conditions are provided in the available feedback.

amazingnecessary
Address
10 Warren St, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-9657
Columbia Opportunities INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Columbia Opportunities Inc. receives consistently positive feedback for its staff and services. Parents praise the caring, helpful, and compassionate employees who provide free tax filing and various community services. The organization is recognized as a valuable neighborhood resource.

Friendly and compassionate stafffree tax filing servicesno hidden fees
Address
540 Columbia Street, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-6312
Columbia-Greene Community College D C C
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

This appears to be a community college, not a daycare center. Reviews praise the institution for affordable programs, community events, supportive staff, and efficient vaccine clinics, though reviews do not address childcare services.

Affordable tuitiondiverse programscommunity events
Address
4400 Ny-23, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-4664
Hudson Bluehawk Nation Afterschool Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

One parent highlights the teachers' kindness and the program's positive impact on children's physical and mental well-being, while another dismisses the location as a bad school, noting only that some kids are nice.

kind teacherssupports physical and mental health
Address
215 Harry Howard Avenue, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-4360
Columbia Children'S Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Parent feedback for Columbia Children's Center presents conflicting experiences, with one reviewer highlighting long-tenured staff and a caring environment, while another criticizes the facility for serious safety lapses and poor management. The latter account alleges the center has closed due to an incident involving an unattended child near a busy road, citing inadequate fencing and outdated playground equipment. Additional complaints from this review include overcrowded classes, inexperienced staff, and ineffective communication practices.

long-tenured and trusted teachersfamily-owned atmospheresupportive staff
Address
142 Union Tpke, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-2465
The Starting Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
65 Prospect Avenue, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-3890
Mental Health Association Of Columbia And Greene Counties, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this daycare for its caring and helpful staff who create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment. The program is described as well-organized with strong support for families in recovery. All reviews are positive with ratings between 4-5 stars.

caring staffhelpful and kind peoplenon-judgmental environment
Address
102 Harry Howard Avenue, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-4360
Mental Health Association Of Columbia & Greene Counties, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

Parents consistently praise this Hudson-based daycare for its caring and helpful staff, with all reviewers rating it 4-5 stars. The facility is noted for its supportive environment, strong programming, and non-judgmental approach. One reviewer specifically highlighted its value as a recovery-focused program.

caring staffhelpful staffkind people
Address
360 State Street, Hudson, NY
Phone
(518) 828-4360

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Frequently asked questions

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hudson, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Hudson have an average Google rating of 4.42 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Hudson, 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 Hudson for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Hudson 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.