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24 Child Daycare & Preschools in Niagara Falls, New York

Browse all 24 child daycare & preschools in Niagara Falls, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Niagara Falls

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
    Francis Center, INC.
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    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.

    Warm and compassionate staffwelcoming non-judgmental atmospherehelpful beyond service areafood pant
  2. 2

    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.

    Safe and locked facilityattentive and kind staffclean environmenthomework assistance
  3. 3

    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.

    Safe environment with locked doors and supervisionfriendly and caring staffclean facilityhomework help
  4. 4

    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.

    Safe environment with locked doorsattentive and kind stafffriendly atmospherehomework assistance
  5. 5

    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.

    Safe and supervised environmentfriendly and caring staffclean facilityhomework assistance
  6. 6

    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.

    Safe environment with locked doorsattentive and friendly staffchild supervisionprompt parent communication
  7. 7

    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.

    Safe environment with locked doorsfriendly and caring staffchildren are happy and engagedhomework assistance
  8. 8
    Empower
    4.3 score
    4.4(16)

    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.

    Affordable pricingsmall classroom sizeswonderful and caring teachersclean facility
  9. 9

    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.

    Family-owned and operatedpassionate and educated ownercute facilitystrong academics and social-emotional development
  10. 10

    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.

    helpful and polite staffcommunity support servicesclean facilitiesnice grounds

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Niagara Falls based on parent reviews

Francis Center, INC.

4.6(20)

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.

Warm and compassionate staffwelcoming non-judgmental atmospherehelpful beyond service area

B & D'S First Step Child Care Center, INC.

5(4)

2113 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY

Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.

4.5(20)

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.

Safe and locked facilityattentive and kind staffclean environment

Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.

4.5(20)

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.

Safe environment with locked doors and supervisionfriendly and caring staffclean facility

Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.

4.5(20)

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.

Safe environment with locked doorsattentive and kind stafffriendly atmosphere

Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.

4.5(20)

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.

Safe and supervised environmentfriendly and caring staffclean facility

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Niagara Falls, New York

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.

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.

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Niagara Falls

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B & D'S First Step Child Care Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2113 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 298-1909
Lasalle Early Childhood Center INC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
8477 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 283-2238
Francis Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

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.

Warm and compassionate staffwelcoming non-judgmental atmospherehelpful beyond service area
Address
335 24th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 284-2050
Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Safe and locked facilityattentive and kind staffclean environment
Address
1330 95th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-7950
Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Safe environment with locked doors and supervisionfriendly and caring staffclean facility
Address
952 Maple Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-9153
Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Safe environment with locked doorsattentive and kind stafffriendly atmosphere
Address
1620 Hyde Park Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-7985
Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Safe and supervised environmentfriendly and caring staffclean facility
Address
551 79th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-7906
Doris W. Jones Family Resource Building Universal Pre-K Prog
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
3001 Ninth Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 285-5374
Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Safe environment with locked doorsattentive and friendly staffchild supervision
Address
6431 Girard Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-9120
Niagara Falls Boys And Girls Club, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

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.

Safe environment with locked doorsfriendly and caring staffchildren are happy and engaged
Address
2513 Niagara Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 282-7181
Children Of Niagara Childcare, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Family-owned and operatedpassionate and educated ownercute facility
Address
4416 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 946-7747
Empower
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

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.

Affordable pricingsmall classroom sizeswonderful and caring teachers
Address
9812 Lockport Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 297-1478
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, the reviews appear to focus on the broader Community Action Organization services (tax preparation, community support) rather than specific daycare experiences.

helpful and polite staffcommunity support servicesclean facilities
Address
3005 Ninth Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 304-4500
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

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.

Helpful and polite staffCommunity support and servicesClean facilities
Address
901 24th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 216-3880
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

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.

Helpful and polite staffcommunity impacttax preparation services
Address
1631 Main St, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 217-9540
The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.1

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.

Helpful and polite staffcommunity services supportclean facilities
Address
300 Hyde Park Boulevard, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 285-8561
Niagara Falls Housing Authority
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Community engagementgreat staffcentral location
Address
4300 Pine Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-0228
Niagara Falls Housing Authority
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Proactive staff who answer questions before being asked
Address
3001 Ninth Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 285-5374
Small World Too, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Experienced and caring stafflarge outdoor playground with grassnut-free facility
Address
6930 Williams Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 297-4200
Little Wonders Early Childhood Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4661 Porter Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 297-6421
Ywca Of The Niagara Frontier, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1456 Saunders Settlement Road, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 433-6714
Gina Property Holdings LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1330 95th Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-7940
Ymca Buffalo Niagara
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1625 Lockport Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 285-8491
Niagara Falls Housing Authority
Child Daycare & Preschools

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.

Staff answered questions proactively
Address
1625 Lockport Rd, Niagara Falls, NY
Phone
(716) 278-7960

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Frequently asked questions

There are 24 child daycare & preschools daycares in Niagara Falls, New York. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Niagara Falls 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.