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2 Before or After School Daycare in Rensselaer, New York

Browse all 2 before or after school daycare in Rensselaer, New York. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rensselaer

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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    Ceo @ Rensselaer Family Resource Center
    4.13 score
    4.2(9)

    1641 3rd Street, Rensselaer, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents highly praise the Rensselaer Family Resource Center for its caring and professional staff, engaging activities, and clean facilities. The center offers comprehensive services including early head start, preschool, WIC, food pantry, and mental health services. One reviewer noted the need for automatic doors for accessibility.

    Friendly and professional staffengaging activities and learning opportunitiesclean facilityhandicap accessible bathrooms and elevator

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Daycare types in Rensselaer

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Before or After School Daycare 2

Before or After School Daycare in Rensselaer, New York

There are 2 before or after school daycare in Rensselaer, New York, making up 40% of the 5 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.

When choosing a daycare in Rensselaer, 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 Rensselaer

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Greenbush Child Caring @ Red Mill School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
225 Mccullough Place, Rensselaer, NY
Phone
(518) 449-1500
Ymca@ Van Rensselaer Elementary School
Before or After School Daycare
Address
25 Van Rensselaer Drive, Rensselaer, NY
Phone
(518) 477-2570

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 before or after school daycares in Rensselaer, New York, out of 5 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Rensselaer, 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
Rensselaer offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 2 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 Rensselaer for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rensselaer 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.