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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Olean, NY

Compare 5 child daycare & preschools in Olean. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Olean, New York at a glance

Programs
5
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Olean has 5 licensed child daycare & preschools with 40 parent reviews averaging 4/5.The largest concentration is in 14760 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Olean

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
    Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean, Ny And Bradford, Pa
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    1050 Wayne Street, Olean, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The YMCA of Olean, NY receives consistently high ratings for its friendly, welcoming staff and clean, modern facilities. Members praise the excellent equipment, diverse amenities (pools, fitness areas, hot tub, steam room), and variety of programs for both children and adults. However, some reviews indicate concerns about cleanliness in certain areas and limited weekend hours.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean modern equipmentlap swimming lanesfitness facilities
  2. 2
    Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean Ny And Bradford, Pa
    3.6 score
    3.5(20)

    1101 Wayne St., Olean, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    This YMCA facility receives mostly positive reviews praising the friendly and helpful staff, clean and modern equipment, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness areas, and aquatics programs. The main complaints involve limited weekend hours and some cleanliness issues in bathrooms and locker rooms.

    Friendly and helpful staffclean modern equipmentexcellent aquatics programs and instructorsstate-of-the-art facilities

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Olean

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
2
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Olean, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
3 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Olean zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
147608
4
1

Facility Sizes

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

Immanuel Christian Child Care

5

419 Laurens Street, Olean, NY

Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean, Ny And Bradford, Pa

3.5(20)

1050 Wayne Street, Olean, NY

The YMCA of Olean, NY receives consistently high ratings for its friendly, welcoming staff and clean, modern facilities. Members praise the excellent equipment, diverse amenities (pools, fitness areas, hot tub, steam room), and variety of programs for both children and adults. However, some reviews indicate concerns about cleanliness in certain areas and limited weekend hours.

Friendly and helpful staffclean modern equipmentlap swimming lanes

Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean Ny And Bradford, Pa

3.5(20)

1101 Wayne St., Olean, NY

This YMCA facility receives mostly positive reviews praising the friendly and helpful staff, clean and modern equipment, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness areas, and aquatics programs. The main complaints involve limited weekend hours and some cleanliness issues in bathrooms and locker rooms.

Friendly and helpful staffclean modern equipmentexcellent aquatics programs and instructors

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Daycare types in Olean

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 3

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Olean, New York

There are 5 child daycare & preschools in Olean, New York, making up 63% of the 8 total childcare facilities in the city. 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 Olean have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 40 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Olean, 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 Olean

Showing 5 results

Immanuel Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
419 Laurens Street, Olean, NY
Phone
(716) 372-8533
Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean, Ny And Bradford, Pa
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

The YMCA of Olean, NY receives consistently high ratings for its friendly, welcoming staff and clean, modern facilities. Members praise the excellent equipment, diverse amenities (pools, fitness areas, hot tub, steam room), and variety of programs for both children and adults. However, some reviews indicate concerns about cleanliness in certain areas and limited weekend hours.

Friendly and helpful staffclean modern equipmentlap swimming lanes
Address
1050 Wayne Street, Olean, NY
Phone
(716) 372-0181
Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean Ny And Bradford, Pa
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

This YMCA facility receives mostly positive reviews praising the friendly and helpful staff, clean and modern equipment, and diverse amenities including pools, fitness areas, and aquatics programs. The main complaints involve limited weekend hours and some cleanliness issues in bathrooms and locker rooms.

Friendly and helpful staffclean modern equipmentexcellent aquatics programs and instructors
Address
1101 Wayne St., Olean, NY
Phone
(716) 373-2400
Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean, Ny And Bradford, Pa
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1626 Washington Street, Olean, NY
Phone
(716) 373-2400
Young Men'S Christian Association Of Olean, Ny And Bradford, Pa
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
720 East Spring Street, Olean, NY
Phone
(716) 373-2400

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Frequently asked questions

There are 5 child daycare & preschools daycares in Olean, New York, out of 8 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Olean have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Olean, 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
Olean offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 3 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 Olean for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Olean 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.