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Best Headstart Programs in Oneonta, NY

Compare 1 headstart programs in Oneonta. Average rating: 4.15/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Oneonta, New York at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.15/5
Parent reviews
51
Top rated (4.5+)
0

Oneonta has 1 licensed headstart programs with 51 parent reviews averaging 4.15/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Oneonta

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
    Oneonta Family Ymca @ Center Street
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    31 Center Street, Oneonta, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise the Oneonta Family YMCA for its clean, well-maintained facilities, dedicated and caring staff, and diverse programs for children and families. The facility offers excellent value, a welcoming community environment, and numerous activities including gymnastics, swimming, basketball, and youth recreation programs. Parents appreciate the safety standards and positive experiences their children have had.

    Dedicated and caring staffclean and w
  2. 2
    Opportunities For Otsego Head Start, Oneonta Site
    4.22 score
    4.3(14)

    256 River Street, Oneonta, NY · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Opportunities for Otsego Head Start's Oneonta site for its helpful and friendly staff, efficient operations, and comprehensive family support services. The center is recognized for assisting families with health insurance, medical enrollment, school programs, and connecting them with community resources. Parents appreciate the welcoming environment regardless of socioeconomic status.

    Friendly and helpful staffefficient processinggood organizationcomprehensive family resources
  3. 3
    Opportunities For Otsego, INC.- Suny Oneonta Site
    4.22 score
    4.3(14)

    108 Ravine Parkway, Oneonta, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise Opportunities for Otsego's SUNY Oneonta site for its helpful and friendly staff, efficient processes, and comprehensive family resources. The center is noted for assisting with insurance, school enrollment, community connections, and providing support without judgment. Overall, parents describe it as well-organized with staff dedicated to helping families in need.

    friendly and helpful staffefficient processingcomprehensive family resourcesassistance with health and medical insurance

Rating Distribution

Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Oneonta

4.5 - 5.0
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4.0 - 4.4
3
3.0 - 3.9
1
Below 3
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Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.1avg rating
5 daycares · 3 rated

Headstart Programs

4.3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Oneonta zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
138206
4.15
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Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Oneonta (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

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Medium

31–75 children

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Large

76–150 children

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Very Large

150+ children

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Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Oneonta based on parent reviews

Opportunities For Otsego Head Start, Oneonta Site

4.3(14)

256 River Street, Oneonta, NY

Parents consistently praise Opportunities for Otsego Head Start's Oneonta site for its helpful and friendly staff, efficient operations, and comprehensive family support services. The center is recognized for assisting families with health insurance, medical enrollment, school programs, and connecting them with community resources. Parents appreciate the welcoming environment regardless of socioeconomic status.

Friendly and helpful staffefficient processinggood organization

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Daycare types in Oneonta

Child Daycare & Preschools 5Headstart Programs 1

Headstart Programs in Oneonta, New York

There are 1 headstart programs in Oneonta, New York, making up 17% of the 6 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 Oneonta have an average rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 51 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Oneonta, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Oneonta

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Opportunities For Otsego Head Start, Oneonta Site
Headstart Programs
4.3

Parents consistently praise Opportunities for Otsego Head Start's Oneonta site for its helpful and friendly staff, efficient operations, and comprehensive family support services. The center is recognized for assisting families with health insurance, medical enrollment, school programs, and connecting them with community resources. Parents appreciate the welcoming environment regardless of socioeconomic status.

Friendly and helpful staffefficient processinggood organization
Address
256 River Street, Oneonta, NY
Phone
(607) 432-5313

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Oneonta, New York, out of 6 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 Oneonta have an average Google rating of 4.15 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities.
When choosing a daycare in Oneonta, 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
Oneonta offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 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 Oneonta for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Oneonta 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.