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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Watervliet, NY

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Watervliet. Average rating: 4.75/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Watervliet, New York at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
4.75/5
Parent reviews
9
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Watervliet offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 4.75/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Watervliet

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.

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    Watervliet Civic Center Before & After School Program
    4.27 score
    4.5(6)

    2557 10th Avenue, Watervliet, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents generally praise the Watervliet Civic Center's before and after school program for its fun activities, helpful staff, and positive community impact. The facility keeps children engaged and strengthens friendships and community relationships. However, some parents have concerns about management and leadership.

    helpful and deserving stafffun activitieskeeps children engaged and out of troublestrengthens friendships and community relationships

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Watervliet

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

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.5avg rating
2 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

5avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

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

Watervliet Civic Center Before & After School Program

4.5(6)

2557 10th Avenue, Watervliet, NY

Parents generally praise the Watervliet Civic Center's before and after school program for its fun activities, helpful staff, and positive community impact. The facility keeps children engaged and strengthens friendships and community relationships. However, some parents have concerns about management and leadership.

helpful and deserving stafffun activitieskeeps children engaged and out of trouble

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Daycare types in Watervliet

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Watervliet, New York

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Watervliet, New York, making up 67% of the 3 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 Watervliet have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 9 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Watervliet, 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 Watervliet

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Watervliet Civic Center Before & After School Program
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5

Parents generally praise the Watervliet Civic Center's before and after school program for its fun activities, helpful staff, and positive community impact. The facility keeps children engaged and strengthens friendships and community relationships. However, some parents have concerns about management and leadership.

helpful and deserving stafffun activitieskeeps children engaged and out of trouble
Address
2557 10th Avenue, Watervliet, NY
Phone
(518) 273-5922
Blessings/Jermain Daycare Center, INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
601 5th Ave., Watervliet, NY
Phone
(518) 244-5113

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Watervliet, New York, out of 3 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 Watervliet have an average Google rating of 4.75 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Watervliet, 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
Watervliet offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 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 Watervliet for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Watervliet 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.