
Compare 24 child daycare & preschools in Niagara Falls. Average rating: 4.46/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Niagara Falls has 24 licensed child daycare & preschools with 263 parent reviews averaging 4.46/5.10 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 63% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around 14304 (avg 4.65 stars), while 14305 has the largest selection (10 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
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.
335 24th Street, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Francis Center, Inc. is highly praised as a welcoming resource center offering food pantry and clothing closet services. Parents appreciate the compassionate, helpful staff who go above and beyond to assist visitors, including those outside their service area. The organization creates a non-judgmental environment where people feel comfortable accessing resources.
1330 95th Street, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and friendly, caring staff who treat children well. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness, homework help, after-school programs, and the positive relationships children develop with staff and peers. One reviewer noted the facility is popular for weekend basketball but could use more weekday programming.
952 Maple Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, clean environment and friendly, caring staff who treat children well. The facility offers after-school programming including homework help and recreational activities. One reviewer noted the weekend basketball program is popular but weekday programming could be strengthened.
1620 Hyde Park Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and caring staff who treat children well. Reviews highlight friendly personnel, homework help, and activities that keep children engaged and happy after school. One reviewer noted the facility struggles to maintain programming during weekdays outside of popular weekend basketball activities.
551 79th Street, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and caring staff who treat children with individual attention. The facility is noted for cleanliness, friendly atmosphere, and after-school programming including homework help. One reviewer mentioned the facility struggles with weekday programming outside of weekend basketball activities.
6431 Girard Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, welcoming environment and caring staff. Children are well-supervised, treated with individual attention, and engaged in activities including homework help and recreational programs. One reviewer noted strong weekend basketball programs but suggested weekday programming could be expanded.
2513 Niagara Street, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise this Boys and Girls Club location for its safe, welcoming environment and friendly, attentive staff. Children are supervised closely, treated well, and engaged in activities including homework help. One reviewer noted the facility struggles with weekday programming outside of basketball.
9812 Lockport Road, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
EMPOWER is highly rated by parents for its affordable private pay pre-school program with small class sizes and caring staff. Parents praise the clean, well-equipped facility and school-like atmosphere that effectively prepares children for kindergarten and supports their academic and social development.
4416 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Children of Niagara Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise it as a family-owned center with passionate staff, strong educational programs, and excellent preparation for school. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about security, owner responsiveness to child welfare questions, and adherence to court orders.
3005 Ninth Street, Niagara Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the organization's community impact and helpful staff. However, the reviews appear to focus on the broader Community Action Organization services (tax preparation, community support) rather than specific daycare experiences.
Based on 16 daycares with Google ratings in Niagara Falls
Top qualities mentioned across 263 reviews, analyzed by AI
Niagara Falls zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14304 | 9 | 4.65 | 5 | |
| 14305 | 10 | 4.35 | 3 |
Capacity distribution of daycares in Niagara Falls (– children)
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Highest rated daycares in Niagara Falls based on parent reviews
335 24th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Francis Center, Inc. is highly praised as a welcoming resource center offering food pantry and clothing closet services. Parents appreciate the compassionate, helpful staff who go above and beyond to assist visitors, including those outside their service area. The organization creates a non-judgmental environment where people feel comfortable accessing resources.
2113 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Parents describe B & D's First Step Child Care Center as an exceptional facility where staff demonstrate genuine care and affection for the children. Reviewers highlight strong academic progress, such as early literacy and counting skills, alongside a safe, engaging environment that includes outdoor play. The positive atmosphere allows parents to work with peace of mind, knowing their children are treated as individuals rather than just another enrollment.
1330 95th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and friendly, caring staff who treat children well. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness, homework help, after-school programs, and the positive relationships children develop with staff and peers. One reviewer noted the facility is popular for weekend basketball but could use more weekday programming.
952 Maple Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, clean environment and friendly, caring staff who treat children well. The facility offers after-school programming including homework help and recreational activities. One reviewer noted the weekend basketball program is popular but weekday programming could be strengthened.
1620 Hyde Park Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and caring staff who treat children well. Reviews highlight friendly personnel, homework help, and activities that keep children engaged and happy after school. One reviewer noted the facility struggles to maintain programming during weekdays outside of popular weekend basketball activities.
551 79th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and caring staff who treat children with individual attention. The facility is noted for cleanliness, friendly atmosphere, and after-school programming including homework help. One reviewer mentioned the facility struggles with weekday programming outside of weekend basketball activities.
There are 24 child daycare & preschools in Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities, with 63% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.46 stars. Our analysis covers 263 parent reviews. Parents in Niagara Falls most frequently praise daycares for homework assistance, clean facility, and clean facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Niagara Falls, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents describe B & D's First Step Child Care Center as an exceptional facility where staff demonstrate genuine care and affection for the children. Reviewers highlight strong academic progress, such as early literacy and counting skills, alongside a safe, engaging environment that includes outdoor play. The positive atmosphere allows parents to work with peace of mind, knowing their children are treated as individuals rather than just another enrollment.
One parent reports that their granddaughter enjoys attending Lasalle Early Childhood Center Inc and praises the staff. The review highlights the teachers as wonderful, with no other details provided about the facility or curriculum.
Francis Center, Inc. is highly praised as a welcoming resource center offering food pantry and clothing closet services. Parents appreciate the compassionate, helpful staff who go above and beyond to assist visitors, including those outside their service area. The organization creates a non-judgmental environment where people feel comfortable accessing resources.
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and friendly, caring staff who treat children well. Multiple reviewers highlight the facility's cleanliness, homework help, after-school programs, and the positive relationships children develop with staff and peers. One reviewer noted the facility is popular for weekend basketball but could use more weekday programming.
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, clean environment and friendly, caring staff who treat children well. The facility offers after-school programming including homework help and recreational activities. One reviewer noted the weekend basketball program is popular but weekday programming could be strengthened.
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and caring staff who treat children well. Reviews highlight friendly personnel, homework help, and activities that keep children engaged and happy after school. One reviewer noted the facility struggles to maintain programming during weekdays outside of popular weekend basketball activities.
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, supervised environment and caring staff who treat children with individual attention. The facility is noted for cleanliness, friendly atmosphere, and after-school programming including homework help. One reviewer mentioned the facility struggles with weekday programming outside of weekend basketball activities.
Parents consistently praise the Niagara Falls Boys and Girls Club for its safe, welcoming environment and caring staff. Children are well-supervised, treated with individual attention, and engaged in activities including homework help and recreational programs. One reviewer noted strong weekend basketball programs but suggested weekday programming could be expanded.
Parents consistently praise this Boys and Girls Club location for its safe, welcoming environment and friendly, attentive staff. Children are supervised closely, treated well, and engaged in activities including homework help. One reviewer noted the facility struggles with weekday programming outside of basketball.
Children of Niagara Childcare receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise it as a family-owned center with passionate staff, strong educational programs, and excellent preparation for school. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about security, owner responsiveness to child welfare questions, and adherence to court orders.
EMPOWER is highly rated by parents for its affordable private pay pre-school program with small class sizes and caring staff. Parents praise the clean, well-equipped facility and school-like atmosphere that effectively prepares children for kindergarten and supports their academic and social development.
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with parents praising the organization's community impact and helpful staff. However, the reviews appear to focus on the broader Community Action Organization services (tax preparation, community support) rather than specific daycare experiences.
The Community Action Organization of Western New York receives consistently positive feedback, with reviewers praising the organization's community impact and helpful staff. Reviews highlight the organization's assistance with various services including tax preparation and community support. The facility is noted as clean with courteous, friendly personnel.
The Community Action Organization of Western New York appears to be a multi-service community organization rather than a traditional daycare. Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the organization's community impact, helpful staff, and various services including tax preparation and recreational activities.
Reviews are overwhelmingly positive, though most comments appear to reference the organization's community services rather than specifically the daycare center. Parents and community members praise the staff's helpfulness, kindness, and community impact.
Parents praise this community-based facility for its supportive environment and central location in Niagara Falls. Reviews highlight good staff, well-maintained outdoor spaces, and affordable options for families relying on government assistance. One reviewer noted occasional noise levels.
Reviews are mixed with significant concerns about facility maintenance and management responsiveness. While one reviewer praised proactive customer service, multiple parents reported serious issues including pest problems, unresponsive management, and unprofessional staff. Several reviews appear to address housing assistance rather than daycare services specifically.
Small World Too receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents who appreciate the attentive staff, facility amenities, and child development support, but serious concerns raised by other parents regarding staff behavior, communication, and ability to handle challenging toddlers.
One parent describes a highly negative interaction with staff who displayed rudeness, arrogance, and a lack of compassion towards someone in distress. Additionally, a separate review criticizes the center for refusing to refund fees for services not rendered during COVID-19 school closures, citing poor financial management.
One parent describes the staff as friendly and great, while another finds the facility easy to work with. A third reviewer notes the location is suitable for exercising during bad weather. However, concerns were raised regarding cleanliness, specifically dirty steam room equipment that appears unwiped.
Reviews are mixed with significant concerns about management and facilities. Parents report responsiveness in some cases but also cite serious issues with pest control, staff accessibility, unprofessional customer service, and allegations of favoritism in rule enforcement.
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