Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Wappingers Falls, NY
Compare 13 child daycare & preschools in Wappingers Falls. Average rating: 4.18/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Wappingers Falls, New York at a glance
- Programs
- 13
- Avg rating
- 4.18/5
- Parent reviews
- 147
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 3
Wappingers Falls has 13 licensed child daycare & preschools with 147 parent reviews averaging 4.18/5.The largest concentration is in 12590 with 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wappingers 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.
- 1J.A.C.E. Daycare And Early Learning Program4.4 score4.5(20)
1574 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise J.A.C.E. Daycare as an exceptional early learning program with highly dedicated and caring staff. Children show visible growth, learning, and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating the secure facility, educational programs, parent communication via app, and compassionate care from teachers and management.
Dedicated and nurturing staffclean and secure facilitydevelopmental-appropriate classroomseducational activities and programs (sign language - 2The Small World Child Care Center, INC.4.08 score4.1(20)
1031 Rte 376, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise The Small World Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and genuine commitment to children's development. Reviews highlight the clean, well-organized facility, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Multiple reviewers describe feeling confident entrusting their children to the center and report high satisfaction with the care provided.
Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilitydevelopmental skill focusgood communication via ProCare app - 3Abilities First, INC.4 score4(12)
167 Myers Corners Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Abilities First receives mixed reviews. While many parents praise the dedicated staff, inclusive preschool program, and positive impact on their children, several parents report serious concerns including unexplained injuries, unresponsive administration, dismissive communication regarding accommodations, and staff conduct issues.
Dedicated and caring teachersinclusive preschool program supporting diverse abilitiespositive transformations in childrenwell-organi - 4Kidz Town Of Dutchess3.84 score3.8(20)
1299 Route 9, Suite 103-104, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Kidz Town of Dutchess for its caring, passionate staff and positive learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making strong developmental progress. Families express confidence in the facility's safety and quality of care.
Caring and passionate staffchild happiness and engagementstrong academic and developmental progressbilingual instruction (Spanish) - 5Kidz Town Of Dutchess Corporation3.84 score3.8(20)
1299 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Kidz Town for its caring, passionate staff who build strong relationships with children and families. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing academically across multiple areas including bilingual instruction. The facility maintains a welcoming, clean environment where parents feel confident in their child's safety and well-being.
Caring and passionate staffbilingual education (Spanish instruction)children happy and excited to attendstrong teacher-child relationships - 6Healthy Kids Extended Day Program INC.3.28 score3.1(20)
17 Lake Walton Road, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Healthy Kids receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents about staff quality, communication, and engaging activities, but serious concerns from others regarding billing practices, administrative communication failures, inadequate staffing, and poor support for children with behavioral or special needs.
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Rating Distribution
Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Wappingers Falls
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 147 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Wappingers Falls, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Wappingers Falls zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12590 | 14 | 4.18 | 3 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Wappingers Falls (– children)
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Wappingers Falls based on parent reviews
J.A.C.E. Daycare And Early Learning Program
1574 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY
Parents consistently praise J.A.C.E. Daycare as an exceptional early learning program with highly dedicated and caring staff. Children show visible growth, learning, and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating the secure facility, educational programs, parent communication via app, and compassionate care from teachers and management.
Honeybee Child Care Corp. II
11 Mill Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
One parent highlights the strong, affectionate bond between their son and staff members Ms. C and Ms. B, noting significant developmental progress in just a few months. The reviewer expresses deep gratitude for the care provided, describing the experience as truly reassuring.
Happy Hours Children'S Center
12 Lake Walton Road, Wappingers Falls, NY
Parents highlight the center's structured, educational approach and highly responsive staff, noting that children engage in frequent art projects and receive regular updates via text. Reviewers emphasize the safe, welcoming environment where teachers treat children with care, making it a trusted choice even during challenging times like the pandemic.
The Small World Child Care Center, INC.
1031 Rte 376, Wappingers Falls, NY
Parents consistently praise The Small World Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and genuine commitment to children's development. Reviews highlight the clean, well-organized facility, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Multiple reviewers describe feeling confident entrusting their children to the center and report high satisfaction with the care provided.
Abilities First, INC.
167 Myers Corners Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY
Abilities First receives mixed reviews. While many parents praise the dedicated staff, inclusive preschool program, and positive impact on their children, several parents report serious concerns including unexplained injuries, unresponsive administration, dismissive communication regarding accommodations, and staff conduct issues.
Astor Center @ Mt. Alvernia
136 Sheafe Road, Wappingers Falls, NY
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Daycare types in Wappingers Falls
Child Daycare & Preschools in Wappingers Falls, New York
There are 13 child daycare & preschools in Wappingers Falls, New York, making up 93% of the 14 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 Wappingers Falls have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.18 stars. Our analysis covers 147 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Wappingers 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 Wappingers Falls
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- Address
- 136 Sheafe Road, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 296-1879
One parent highlights the strong, affectionate bond between their son and staff members Ms. C and Ms. B, noting significant developmental progress in just a few months. The reviewer expresses deep gratitude for the care provided, describing the experience as truly reassuring.
- Address
- 11 Mill Street, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 298-8727
Parents consistently praise J.A.C.E. Daycare as an exceptional early learning program with highly dedicated and caring staff. Children show visible growth, learning, and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating the secure facility, educational programs, parent communication via app, and compassionate care from teachers and management.
- Address
- 1574 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 296-1618
Parents highlight the center's structured, educational approach and highly responsive staff, noting that children engage in frequent art projects and receive regular updates via text. Reviewers emphasize the safe, welcoming environment where teachers treat children with care, making it a trusted choice even during challenging times like the pandemic.
- Address
- 12 Lake Walton Road, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 226-5814
Parents consistently praise The Small World Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and genuine commitment to children's development. Reviews highlight the clean, well-organized facility, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Multiple reviewers describe feeling confident entrusting their children to the center and report high satisfaction with the care provided.
- Address
- 1031 Rte 376, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 226-1350
Abilities First receives mixed reviews. While many parents praise the dedicated staff, inclusive preschool program, and positive impact on their children, several parents report serious concerns including unexplained injuries, unresponsive administration, dismissive communication regarding accommodations, and staff conduct issues.
- Address
- 167 Myers Corners Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 298-2090
Parents consistently praise Kidz Town of Dutchess for its caring, passionate staff and positive learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making strong developmental progress. Families express confidence in the facility's safety and quality of care.
- Address
- 1299 Route 9, Suite 103-104, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 632-6000
Parents consistently praise Kidz Town for its caring, passionate staff who build strong relationships with children and families. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing academically across multiple areas including bilingual instruction. The facility maintains a welcoming, clean environment where parents feel confident in their child's safety and well-being.
- Address
- 1299 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 632-6000
Healthy Kids receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents about staff quality, communication, and engaging activities, but serious concerns from others regarding billing practices, administrative communication failures, inadequate staffing, and poor support for children with behavioral or special needs.
- Address
- 17 Lake Walton Road, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 380-1227
Taconic Innovations has highly mixed reviews. Two parents reported positive experiences with friendly staff and happy children, while the majority of reviews cite serious concerns including poor management, staff conduct issues, alleged financial misconduct, unprofessional behavior, and unresponsive maintenance.
- Address
- 877 Route 376, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 849-3447
- Address
- 156 Myers Corners Road, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 546-1257
- Address
- 747 Old Route 9n, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- (845) 568-6100
- Address
- 287 Sheafe Rd, Wappingers Falls, NY
- Phone
- NOT AVAILABLE
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