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Best Before or After School Daycare in Canton, NY

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Canton. Average rating: 3.47/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Canton, New York at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.47/5
Parent reviews
17
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Canton offers 1 licensed before or after school daycare, 3 of which have public ratings averaging 3.47/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Canton

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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    Cornell Cooperative Extension Of St. Lawrence County Northwind After School
    4.64 score
    4.9(12)

    2043b State Highway 68, Canton, NY · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Cornell Cooperative Extension's Northwind After School program as a valuable community resource offering farm camps, educational programs, and outdoor activities for children. The facility is highlighted for affordable pricing, knowledgeable staff, animal interactions, and nature-based learning opportunities. Parents appreciate the organization's broader contributions to the county including 4-H youth development, gardening programs, and agricultur

Rating Distribution

Based on 3 daycares with Google ratings in Canton

4.5 - 5.0
2
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

2.75avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Before or After School Daycare

4.9avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Facility Sizes

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

Cornell Cooperative Extension Of St. Lawrence County Northwind After School

4.9(12)

2043b State Highway 68, Canton, NY

Parents consistently praise Cornell Cooperative Extension's Northwind After School program as a valuable community resource offering farm camps, educational programs, and outdoor activities for children. The facility is highlighted for affordable pricing, knowledgeable staff, animal interactions, and nature-based learning opportunities. Parents appreciate the organization's broader contributions to the county including 4-H youth development, gardening programs, and agricultur

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Daycare types in Canton

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Canton, New York

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Canton, New York, making up 25% of the 4 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 Canton have an average rating of 3.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities, with 67% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Before or After School Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.9 stars. Our analysis covers 17 parent reviews.

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

All Before or After School Daycare in Canton

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Cornell Cooperative Extension Of St. Lawrence County Northwind After School
Before or After School Daycare
4.9

Parents consistently praise Cornell Cooperative Extension's Northwind After School program as a valuable community resource offering farm camps, educational programs, and outdoor activities for children. The facility is highlighted for affordable pricing, knowledgeable staff, animal interactions, and nature-based learning opportunities. Parents appreciate the organization's broader contributions to the county including 4-H youth development, gardening programs, and agricultur

Address
2043b State Highway 68, Canton, NY
Phone
(315) 379-9192

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Canton, New York, out of 4 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 Canton have an average Google rating of 3.47 out of 5 across 3 rated facilities. About 67% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Canton, 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
Canton offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 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 Canton for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Canton 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.