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Best Before or After School Daycare in Wappingers Falls, NY

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in Wappingers Falls. Average rating: 4.18/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Wappingers Falls, New York at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.18/5
Parent reviews
147
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Wappingers Falls has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 147 parent reviews averaging 4.18/5.The largest concentration is in 12590 with 14 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Wappingers Falls

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
    J.A.C.E. Daycare And Early Learning Program
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    1574 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise J.A.C.E. Daycare as an exceptional early learning program with highly dedicated and caring staff. Children show visible growth, learning, and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating the secure facility, educational programs, parent communication via app, and compassionate care from teachers and management.

    Dedicated and nurturing staffclean and secure facilitydevelopmental-appropriate classroomseducational activities and programs (sign language
  2. 2
    The Small World Child Care Center, INC.
    4.08 score
    4.1(20)

    1031 Rte 376, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise The Small World Child Care Center for its caring, professional staff and genuine commitment to children's development. Reviews highlight the clean, well-organized facility, engaging activities, and strong communication with families. Multiple reviewers describe feeling confident entrusting their children to the center and report high satisfaction with the care provided.

    Caring and professional staffclean and organized facilitydevelopmental skill focusgood communication via ProCare app
  3. 3
    Abilities First, INC.
    4 score
    4(12)

    167 Myers Corners Rd., Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Abilities First receives mixed reviews. While many parents praise the dedicated staff, inclusive preschool program, and positive impact on their children, several parents report serious concerns including unexplained injuries, unresponsive administration, dismissive communication regarding accommodations, and staff conduct issues.

    Dedicated and caring teachersinclusive preschool program supporting diverse abilitiespositive transformations in childrenwell-organi
  4. 4
    Kidz Town Of Dutchess
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    1299 Route 9, Suite 103-104, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kidz Town of Dutchess for its caring, passionate staff and positive learning environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and making strong developmental progress. Families express confidence in the facility's safety and quality of care.

    Caring and passionate staffchild happiness and engagementstrong academic and developmental progressbilingual instruction (Spanish)
  5. 5
    Kidz Town Of Dutchess Corporation
    3.84 score
    3.8(20)

    1299 Route 9, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Kidz Town for its caring, passionate staff who build strong relationships with children and families. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning activities, and developing academically across multiple areas including bilingual instruction. The facility maintains a welcoming, clean environment where parents feel confident in their child's safety and well-being.

    Caring and passionate staffbilingual education (Spanish instruction)children happy and excited to attendstrong teacher-child relationships
  6. 6
    Healthy Kids Extended Day Program INC.
    3.28 score
    3.1(20)

    17 Lake Walton Road, Wappingers Falls, NY · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Healthy Kids receives mixed reviews with strong praise from satisfied parents about staff quality, communication, and engaging activities, but serious concerns from others regarding billing practices, administrative communication failures, inadequate staffing, and poor support for children with behavioral or special needs.

    Caring and patient staffexcellent communication with parentsclean facilities with new materialsflexible scheduling

Rating Distribution

Based on 9 daycares with Google ratings in Wappingers Falls

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

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 147 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Flexible scheduling
3
2Clean facility
3

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Wappingers Falls, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.18avg rating
13 daycares · 9 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Wappingers Falls zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
1259014
4.18
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Wappingers Falls (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

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Daycare types in Wappingers Falls

Child Daycare & Preschools 13Before or After School Daycare 1

Before or After School Daycare in Wappingers Falls, New York

There are 1 before or after school daycare in Wappingers Falls, New York, making up 7% of the 14 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 Wappingers Falls have an average rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities, with 33% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.18 stars. Our analysis covers 147 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Wappingers Falls, 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 Wappingers Falls

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The Goddard School
Before or After School Daycare

The Goddard School in Wappingers Falls receives universally positive feedback from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently praise the caring, professional staff, strong curriculum, and significant developmental progress children make in speech, social skills, and academics. Families report children are happy, engaged, and eager to attend.

Friendly and welcoming staffincluded snacksstrong curriculum
Address
50 Van Wyck Lane, Wappingers Falls, NY
Phone
(845) 226-4799

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 before or after school daycares in Wappingers Falls, New York, out of 14 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 Wappingers Falls have an average Google rating of 4.18 out of 5 across 9 rated facilities. About 33% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Wappingers Falls, 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
Wappingers Falls offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 13 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 Wappingers Falls for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Wappingers Falls 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.