117 Child Daycare & Preschools in Rochester, New York
Browse all 117 child daycare & preschools in Rochester, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rochester
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.
- 1Full Heart Child Care4.8 score5(20)
1300 N. Winton Rd, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Full Heart Child Care in Rochester receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the compassionate leadership, attentive staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the director Amanda's involvement and responsiveness, along with the teachers' genuine care and low turnover. Families report feeling confident in the center's safety, communication, and commitment to their children's development.
Compassionate and attentive staffrespons - 2Ymca Of Greater Rochester At Trinity Communion Church4.62 score4.9(11)
759 Winona Blvd, Rochester, NY · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise Trinity Communion Church's welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. The facility offers children's programs and after-school care, allowing parents to participate in services while their children are well-supervised. Reviews highlight the compassionate leadership, Bible-based teachings, and strong sense of family and belonging.
welcoming communityexcellent children's programscompassionate pastoral leadershipfamily-friendly environment - 3Ymca Of Greater Rochester @ Maplewood4.56 score4.7(20)
25 Driving Park Ave., Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Maplewood YMCA location receives consistently excellent feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents and members praise the friendly, welcoming staff, clean facilities, and diverse programming for children, seniors, and adults. The facility is noted for its safe environment, good equipment, and strong sense of community.
Friendly and knowledgeable staffclean facilitiessafe environmentdiverse programming for all ages - 4Inspire Learning And Childcare4.56 score4.7(20)
330 Pattonwood Dr, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Inspire Learning and Childcare in Rochester receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the welcoming and knowledgeable staff, safe learning environment, developmental growth, flexibility, and quality curriculum with regular outdoor play and engaging activities.
knowledgeable and attentive staffsafe and loving environmentchild development and growthflexible and accommodating to individual family needs - 5Storybook Child Care, INC.4.56 score4.7(20)
1924 Maiden Lane, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Storybook Child Care for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication, personalized attention to each child's needs, and a clean, well-structured facility. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high confidence in the center's ability to support their children's growth and preparation for school.
Caring and dedicated staffStrong communication with parentsClean and well-organized facilityPersonalized attention to individual child needs - 6Jewish Community Center - Sacc4.55 score4.8(11)
1200 Edgewood Ave., Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Jewish Community Center in Rochester receives consistently positive feedback for its family-friendly atmosphere, cultural programming, and quality facilities. Parents praise the warm community environment, cleanliness, helpful staff, and diverse amenities including a theater and pool.
Welcoming community atmospherequality theater productionsclean facilitieshelpful and friendly staff - 7A Plus Childcare4.55 score5(6)
3872 Lyell Road, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
A Plus Childcare in Rochester receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise owner Susanna for providing a loving, clean, and enriching environment. Children show rapid development and consistently enjoy attending. Parents highlight the strong communication, quality nutrition, and spacious outdoor facilities as key strengths.
Caring and attentive owner (Susanna)clean and well-organized facilityexcellent outdoor space with animalsquality organic meals - 8Faith Child Care & Nursery School4.55 score5(6)
2576 Browncroft Blvd, Rochester, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Faith Child Care & Nursery School receives universal 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, family-oriented atmosphere and dedicated staff. Parents highlight the school's educational quality, flexibility, outdoor activities, and welcoming environment that makes children feel loved and supported.
caring and loving teachers and stafffamily-oriented atmosphereeducational experiencecreative activities - 9Asbury Day Care Center INC4.48 score4.6(20)
1040 East Ave, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The reviews provided are not for a daycare center but for Asbury United Methodist Church in Rochester, New York. The reviews describe a welcoming congregation with strong community outreach programs, spiritual leadership, and meal services for those in need. No actual daycare reviews are present.
Welcoming and inclusive communitystrong pastoral leadershipcommunity outreach and meal programsonline fellowship options - 10St. John Fisher College Child Care Center4.48 score4.6(20)
3690 East Ave, Rochester, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare center itself. All reviews relate to St. John Fisher College's academic programs, campus facilities, and events rather than the child care center's services, staff, or programs.
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Highest rated daycares in Rochester based on parent reviews
Full Heart Child Care
1300 N. Winton Rd, Rochester, NY
Full Heart Child Care in Rochester receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the compassionate leadership, attentive staff, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently highlight the director Amanda's involvement and responsiveness, along with the teachers' genuine care and low turnover. Families report feeling confident in the center's safety, communication, and commitment to their children's development.
Ymca Of Greater Rochester @ Maplewood
25 Driving Park Ave., Rochester, NY
The Maplewood YMCA location receives consistently excellent feedback with all 5-star ratings. Parents and members praise the friendly, welcoming staff, clean facilities, and diverse programming for children, seniors, and adults. The facility is noted for its safe environment, good equipment, and strong sense of community.
Inspire Learning And Childcare
330 Pattonwood Dr, Rochester, NY
Inspire Learning and Childcare in Rochester receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the welcoming and knowledgeable staff, safe learning environment, developmental growth, flexibility, and quality curriculum with regular outdoor play and engaging activities.
Storybook Child Care, INC.
1924 Maiden Lane, Rochester, NY
Parents consistently praise Storybook Child Care for its caring, dedicated staff and nurturing environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication, personalized attention to each child's needs, and a clean, well-structured facility. All reviews are 5-star ratings with parents expressing high confidence in the center's ability to support their children's growth and preparation for school.
Jewish Community Center - Sacc
1200 Edgewood Ave., Rochester, NY
The Jewish Community Center in Rochester receives consistently positive feedback for its family-friendly atmosphere, cultural programming, and quality facilities. Parents praise the warm community environment, cleanliness, helpful staff, and diverse amenities including a theater and pool.
A Plus Childcare
3872 Lyell Road, Rochester, NY
A Plus Childcare in Rochester receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who praise owner Susanna for providing a loving, clean, and enriching environment. Children show rapid development and consistently enjoy attending. Parents highlight the strong communication, quality nutrition, and spacious outdoor facilities as key strengths.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Rochester, New York
There are 117 child daycare & preschools in Rochester, New York, making up 87% of the 134 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.
When choosing a daycare in Rochester, 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 Rochester
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Care-A-Lot Child Care in Rochester receives consistently positive feedback from parents with 10 five-star reviews. Parents praise the staff's caring, family-like approach, developmental support for children of all ages, and clean, well-maintained facility. Many report their children are happy, healthy, and thriving academically and developmentally.
- Address
- 100 Pinewild Drive, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 723-0050
- Address
- 275 Dr. Samuel Mccree Way, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 436-8201
The YMCA of Greater Rochester at School #8 receives consistently positive feedback from parents and guardians, with most praising the safe, clean facility and caring staff who address concerns responsibly. Long-term families report satisfaction with the programs and activities offered. A few operational issues were noted regarding unclear hours and facility maintenance needs.
- Address
- 1180 St. Paul Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 546-5500
Parents consistently praise Boys & Girls Club of Rochester as a safe, clean, and welcoming environment with diverse activities for children. The facility offers after-school programs and summer camps featuring sports, games, and arts and crafts. Children reportedly enjoy attending and parents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and reasonable pricing.
- Address
- 88 Kirkland Road, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 328-3077
Care-a-Lot Child Care of Henrietta receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the staff's warmth, dedication, and attentiveness to children's development. Parents consistently report their children are happy, comfortable, and show significant developmental progress. The center is noted for accommodating special needs, maintaining communication with families, and providing a nurturing, welcoming environment.
- Address
- 395 John Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 292-4880
Parents consistently praise Generations Child Care for exceptional staff care and child development. The center is described as clean, friendly, and supportive, with staff who genuinely care for children. Leadership improvements under the new director contributed to staff stability.
- Address
- 869 N. Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 613-7550
Kids First Childcare receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about child safety. Positive reviews praise staff passion and nurturing care, but multiple parents report a serious incident involving staff-inflicted injury to a toddler that resulted in no termination, raising serious safety and management concerns.
- Address
- 1101 Clover Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 473-3709
- Address
- 530 Lexington Avenue, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 458-3210
- Address
- 198 Dr. Sam Mccree Way, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 324-2926
- Address
- 105 Norton Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 360-2636
Generations Child Care receives universally positive feedback from parents across multiple locations. Parents consistently praise the staff's caring, attentive approach, clean facilities, and strong communication, with particular recognition for supporting children with special needs and developmental challenges. Children are reported to be happy and engaged, looking forward to attending daily.
- Address
- 2400 Chili Avenue, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 247-3490
Parents consistently praise Doodle Bugs for its warm, caring staff and nurturing environment. Children show strong developmental growth, social skills improvement, and genuine enthusiasm for attending. Parents appreciate the clean facility, age-appropriate curriculum, regular communication, and the deep level of care demonstrated by teachers.
- Address
- 705 Calkins Road, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 334-3336
- Address
- 100 Norris Dr, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 428-6985
This YMCA facility receives consistently positive feedback for its welcoming atmosphere and cleanliness. Parents and members appreciate the friendly staff, family-like environment, and convenient operating hours. The location is praised as a calm, well-maintained community space.
- Address
- 597 Thurston Road, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 328-9330
Expressive Beginnings has polarizing reviews. Two parents praise the program highly, citing exceptional teacher care and developmental progress in their children. However, four parents report serious concerns including poor communication, inadequate classroom supervision, financial billing issues, staff disengagement, and lack of director accountability.
- Address
- 875 Commons Way, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 340-2077
The YMCA of Greater Rochester at Brookside K-WRAP receives consistently positive reviews from parents and guardians, with particular praise for staff responsiveness, safety protocols, and cleanliness. One parent highlighted the supportive approach of staff members in addressing concerns collaboratively. A small number of reviews mention facility maintenance needs and confusion about operating hours.
- Address
- 220 Idlewood Rd, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 546-5500
- Address
- 60 Lorimer Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 254-4720
The YMCA at School #33 receives consistently positive feedback from parents regarding childcare quality and safety. Parents praise the responsive, accountable staff and well-maintained facilities. One concern raised involves unclear operating hours listed online.
- Address
- 500 Webster Ave, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 482-9290
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- 190 Murray St., Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 458-8451
- Address
- 950 Norton Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 303-6173
- Address
- 1292 East Ridge Road, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 338-9808
Expressive Beginnings receives highly polarized reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring staff, quality of care, and personal attention to children. However, several parents report serious concerns including inappropriate physical handling of children, inadequate supervision, billing issues, and poor staff conduct.
- Address
- 1680 Stone Road, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 643-1630
- Address
- 190 Reynolds Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 341-4402
- Address
- 15 Costar Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (845) 568-6100
Generations Child and Elder Care receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, clean environment, and positive developmental outcomes for their children. However, several parents report frequent illness, high staff turnover, poor communication, and sanitation concerns.
- Address
- 250 Empire Blvd., Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 482-1060
Generations Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring and professional staff, developmental activities, and safe environment. One parent reported poor communication and lack of support planning for a child with speech delay.
- Address
- 170 Highland Ave, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (585) 697-0499
- Address
- 170 Barrington Street, Rochester, NY
- Phone
- (845) 568-6100
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- 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
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