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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Scotia, NY

Compare 7 child daycare & preschools in Scotia. Average rating: 4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Scotia, New York at a glance

Programs
7
Avg rating
4/5
Parent reviews
40
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Scotia has 7 licensed child daycare & preschools with 40 parent reviews averaging 4/5.The largest concentration is in 12302 with 8 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Scotia

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
    The Ymca Of The Capital District
    4 score
    4(20)

    204 S Tenbroeck Street, Scotia, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise THE YMCA OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT for combining childcare services with gym access. The facility offers excellent aquatics programs, swimming lessons, and a kiddie pool, with staff consistently noted as friendly, attentive, and well-trained. The center provides multiple program options for preschool-age children throughout the week and weekends.

    Excellent customer servicesmall town atmosphereattentive lifeguardstop-notch aquatics programs
  2. 2
    Ymca Glenville Branch
    4 score
    4(20)

    127 Droms Rd., Scotia, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The YMCA Glenville Branch is highly rated for its childcare services integrated with gym facilities. Parents praise the friendly staff, small-town atmosphere, and excellent aquatics programs, particularly the kiddie pool and swimming instruction. The facility offers convenient childcare options while parents work out.

    Excellent customer servicefriendly staffsmall-town atmosphereaquatics programs and swimming lessons

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Scotia

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
7 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Scotia zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
123028
4
0

Facility Sizes

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

The Ymca Of The Capital District

4(20)

204 S Tenbroeck Street, Scotia, NY

Parents praise THE YMCA OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT for combining childcare services with gym access. The facility offers excellent aquatics programs, swimming lessons, and a kiddie pool, with staff consistently noted as friendly, attentive, and well-trained. The center provides multiple program options for preschool-age children throughout the week and weekends.

Excellent customer servicesmall town atmosphereattentive lifeguards

Ymca Glenville Branch

4(20)

127 Droms Rd., Scotia, NY

The YMCA Glenville Branch is highly rated for its childcare services integrated with gym facilities. Parents praise the friendly staff, small-town atmosphere, and excellent aquatics programs, particularly the kiddie pool and swimming instruction. The facility offers convenient childcare options while parents work out.

Excellent customer servicefriendly staffsmall-town atmosphere

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Daycare types in Scotia

Child Daycare & Preschools 7Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Scotia, New York

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Scotia, New York, making up 88% 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 Scotia have an average rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 0% 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 Scotia, 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 Scotia

Showing 7 results

The Ymca Of The Capital District
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents praise THE YMCA OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT for combining childcare services with gym access. The facility offers excellent aquatics programs, swimming lessons, and a kiddie pool, with staff consistently noted as friendly, attentive, and well-trained. The center provides multiple program options for preschool-age children throughout the week and weekends.

Excellent customer servicesmall town atmosphereattentive lifeguards
Address
204 S Tenbroeck Street, Scotia, NY
Phone
(518) 374-4914
Ymca Glenville Branch
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

The YMCA Glenville Branch is highly rated for its childcare services integrated with gym facilities. Parents praise the friendly staff, small-town atmosphere, and excellent aquatics programs, particularly the kiddie pool and swimming instruction. The facility offers convenient childcare options while parents work out.

Excellent customer servicefriendly staffsmall-town atmosphere
Address
127 Droms Rd., Scotia, NY
Phone
(518) 399-8118
Tiny Town Child Development Corp.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
14 Saratoga Rd, Scotia, NY
Phone
(518) 399-5866
Capital District Ymca @Sacandaga Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
300 Wren Street, Scotia, NY
Phone
(518) 374-9136
Capital District Ymca @ Pashley Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
30 Pashley Road, Scotia, NY
Phone
(518) 858-5319
All About Kids Enrichment Program, LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
300 Wren St, Scotia, NY
Phone
(518) 386-4311
Capital District Ymca @Lincoln Elementary
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
40 Albion Street, Scotia, NY
Phone
(518) 374-9136

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Frequently asked questions

There are 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Scotia, 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 Scotia have an average Google rating of 4 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Scotia, 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
Scotia offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 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 Scotia for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Scotia 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.