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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Scottdale, PA

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Scottdale. Average rating: 4.5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Scottdale, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.5/5
Parent reviews
20
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Scottdale has 3 licensed child daycare & preschools with 20 parent reviews averaging 4.5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Scottdale

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
    Ymca Of Laurel Highlands Before & After School
    4.48 score
    4.7(11)

    421 Chestnut Street, Scottdale, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and diverse programming including gymnastics, fitness classes, and after-school care. One review mentions the facility is not large and suggests planning accordingly.

    friendly staffclean equipmentexceptional childcare servicesdedicated instructors
  2. 2
    Our Buddys Place
    4.19 score
    4.3(9)

    1007 Kingview Rd, Scottdale, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Our Buddys Place receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and positive social development of their children. However, several parents report serious concerns about inadequate staffing ratios, lack of support for children with special needs, and inconsistent quality of care.

    Caring and loving staffchildren develop social skillsequal treatment of childrengood pre-K program

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Scottdale

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

Facility Sizes

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

Ymca Of Laurel Highlands Before & After School

4.7(11)

421 Chestnut Street, Scottdale, PA

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and diverse programming including gymnastics, fitness classes, and after-school care. One review mentions the facility is not large and suggests planning accordingly.

friendly staffclean equipmentexceptional childcare services

Our Buddys Place

4.3(9)

1007 Kingview Rd, Scottdale, PA

Our Buddys Place receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and positive social development of their children. However, several parents report serious concerns about inadequate staffing ratios, lack of support for children with special needs, and inconsistent quality of care.

Caring and loving staffchildren develop social skillsequal treatment of children

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Scottdale, Pennsylvania

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Scottdale, Pennsylvania. 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 Scottdale have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.5 stars. Our analysis covers 20 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Scottdale, 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 Scottdale

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Ymca Of Laurel Highlands Before & After School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Reviews are overwhelmingly positive with a 4.7/5 rating. Parents praise the facility's cleanliness, friendly staff, and diverse programming including gymnastics, fitness classes, and after-school care. One review mentions the facility is not large and suggests planning accordingly.

friendly staffclean equipmentexceptional childcare services
Address
421 Chestnut Street, Scottdale, PA
Phone
(724) 547-9620
Quality
Our Buddys Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Our Buddys Place receives mixed reviews with most parents praising the caring staff and positive social development of their children. However, several parents report serious concerns about inadequate staffing ratios, lack of support for children with special needs, and inconsistent quality of care.

Caring and loving staffchildren develop social skillsequal treatment of children
Address
1007 Kingview Rd, Scottdale, PA
Phone
(724) 220-5590
Quality
Bailey'S Early Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
235 Pittsburgh St, Scottdale, PA
Phone
(724) 220-5180
Quality

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Scottdale, Pennsylvania. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Scottdale have an average Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Scottdale, consider visiting facilities in person and checking:
  • Licensing status with Pennsylvania's regulatory agency
  • Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in Pennsylvania)
  • Safety measures and cleanliness
  • Daily routines and educational curriculum
  • Parent reviews and ratings
  • Location and hours that fit your schedule
Daycare costs in Pennsylvania 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 Scottdale for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Scottdale must be licensed by Pennsylvania'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.