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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lackawanna, NY

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in Lackawanna. Average rating: 4.16/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lackawanna, New York at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4.16/5
Parent reviews
41
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Lackawanna has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 41 parent reviews averaging 4.16/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lackawanna

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
    Monarch Little Learners Academy
    4.37 score
    4.6(8)

    1025 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Monarch Little Learners Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for being caring, experienced, and effective with children of various needs. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, maintenance, and outdoor play areas. One parent had concerns about the center's distance learning approach during COVID-19.

    Amazing and loving staffwell-maintained facilityclean environmentgreat outdoor play area
  2. 2
    The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
    4.07 score
    4.1(13)

    257 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This organization receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising their community impact and helpful staff. Parents and clients appreciate their accessibility, cleanliness, and commitment to serving the community across multiple services beyond daycare.

    Helpful and polite staffCommunity impact and servicesClean facilitiesResponsive to client needs
  3. 3
    The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
    4.07 score
    4.1(13)

    245 South Shore Boulevard, Lackawanna, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the organization's community impact and helpful staff. However, most reviews appear to be about the organization's general services rather than specifically about the daycare center. Parents highlight the caring, courteous staff and clean facilities.

    Helpful and polite staffcommunity impactclean facilitiesaccessibility accommodations

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Lackawanna

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

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lackawanna zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
142187
4.16
1

Facility Sizes

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

Monarch Little Learners Academy

4.6(8)

1025 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY

Monarch Little Learners Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for being caring, experienced, and effective with children of various needs. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, maintenance, and outdoor play areas. One parent had concerns about the center's distance learning approach during COVID-19.

Amazing and loving staffwell-maintained facilityclean environment

Rhymes And Reasons Day Care, Corp.

4.3(4)

1634 Electric Avenue, Lackawanna, NY

One reviewer highlights that the center is currently open, while another describes it as a nice place with caring teachers. However, a third parent notes that the facility requires better cleaning, particularly in the children's personal cubbies.

currently opennice placenice teachers

The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.

4.1(13)

257 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY

This organization receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising their community impact and helpful staff. Parents and clients appreciate their accessibility, cleanliness, and commitment to serving the community across multiple services beyond daycare.

Helpful and polite staffCommunity impact and servicesClean facilities

The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.

4.1(13)

245 South Shore Boulevard, Lackawanna, NY

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the organization's community impact and helpful staff. However, most reviews appear to be about the organization's general services rather than specifically about the daycare center. Parents highlight the caring, courteous staff and clean facilities.

Helpful and polite staffcommunity impactclean facilities

Hope Childcare Services, INC.

3.7(3)

1478 Abbott Road, Lackawanna, NY

Some parents highlight exceptional care, praising the director's flexibility and the staff's nurturing approach, while one reviewer reports discrimination against younger mothers using assistance, citing rude behavior and denial of service.

flexible schedulinglast-minute care supportnurturing staff

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Lackawanna, New York

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Lackawanna, 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 Lackawanna have an average rating of 4.16 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 20% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.16 stars. Our analysis covers 41 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Lackawanna, 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 Lackawanna

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Monarch Little Learners Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Monarch Little Learners Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with staff consistently praised for being caring, experienced, and effective with children of various needs. The facility is noted for its cleanliness, maintenance, and outdoor play areas. One parent had concerns about the center's distance learning approach during COVID-19.

Amazing and loving staffwell-maintained facilityclean environment
Address
1025 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 825-8644
Rhymes And Reasons Day Care, Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

One reviewer highlights that the center is currently open, while another describes it as a nice place with caring teachers. However, a third parent notes that the facility requires better cleaning, particularly in the children's personal cubbies.

currently opennice placenice teachers
Address
1634 Electric Avenue, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 827-1224
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

This organization receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising their community impact and helpful staff. Parents and clients appreciate their accessibility, cleanliness, and commitment to serving the community across multiple services beyond daycare.

Helpful and polite staffCommunity impact and servicesClean facilities
Address
257 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 822-2402
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the organization's community impact and helpful staff. However, most reviews appear to be about the organization's general services rather than specifically about the daycare center. Parents highlight the caring, courteous staff and clean facilities.

Helpful and polite staffcommunity impactclean facilities
Address
245 South Shore Boulevard, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 395-0600
Hope Childcare Services, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.7

Some parents highlight exceptional care, praising the director's flexibility and the staff's nurturing approach, while one reviewer reports discrimination against younger mothers using assistance, citing rude behavior and denial of service.

flexible schedulinglast-minute care supportnurturing staff
Address
1478 Abbott Road, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 342-2898
Rhymes And Reasons Day Care, Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
3147 South Park Avenue, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 825-8442
Ywca Of Wny, INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
500 Martin Road, Lackawanna, NY
Phone
(716) 852-6120

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lackawanna, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lackawanna have an average Google rating of 4.16 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 20% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lackawanna, 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 Lackawanna for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lackawanna 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.