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Best Before or After School Daycare in York, PA

Compare 1 before or after school daycare in York. Average rating: 3.89/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

York, Pennsylvania at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
3.89/5
Parent reviews
334
Top rated (4.5+)
8

York has 1 licensed before or after school daycare with 334 parent reviews averaging 3.89/5.The highest-rated options cluster around 17408 (avg 4.7 stars), while 17402 has the largest selection (13 programs).Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in York

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

    400 Stillmeadow Ln, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 262 children

    Reviews praise the church and its leadership, with particular mention of the daycare services. Parents highlight the welcoming community, Bible-based teachings, and positive experiences for their children.

    welcoming atmospherekind staffpastor leadershipyouth groups
  2. 2

    1401 Mount Rose Ave, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Reviews available are not from daycare parents but rather church attendees commenting on worship services and church community. No actual daycare reviews or parent feedback about childcare services are present.

    Welcoming atmospherefriendly congregationuplifting services
  3. 3
    Katlyn'S Country Kids
    4.35 score
    4.6(7)

    2101 Carlisle Rd, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 49 children

    Katlyn's Country Kids receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents who praise the warm, welcoming environment and caring staff who treat children like family. One negative review alleges serious concerns about fraudulent billing practices, inadequate cleaning, staff incompetence, and disrespectful treatment of children.

    Warm and welcoming environmentcaring and loving staffstrong parent-staff communicationclean facility
  4. 4

    2094 Carlisle Rd, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Educational Building Blocks receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 five-star reviews praising the caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment. One parent reported frustration with the waitlist communication process and feeling judged during their tour. Overall, parents consistently recommend the facility and express high satisfaction with their children's development and care.

    Kind and caring staffexcellent communication with parentseducational curriculumsafe environment
  5. 5
    Ymca Child Care Center
    4.32 score
    4.4(20)

    90 N Newberry St, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 104 children

    The reviews provided appear to be for the YMCA gym facility rather than the child care center. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness of the facility, friendly and helpful staff, quality equipment, and fitness classes. The Google rating of 4.4/5 does not match the provided reviews which are all 4-5 stars.

    Cleanlinessfriendly staffhelpful membership teamquality gym equipment
  6. 6

    2000 Hollywood Dr, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 275 children

    JCC School for the Early Years receives strong praise from parents, particularly for its daycare program (Gan Tamar) which offers structured learning, enriching activities, and skilled teachers. Parents appreciate the planned daily schedule including swimming lessons, various motor skill activities, and supportive staff. The facility is part of a larger JCC complex offering gym, pool, and other amenities at a reasonable family membership fee.

    Structured learning curr
  7. 7
    The Early Learning Center
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    101 Webster Ave, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 152 children

    Parents consistently praise Webster Early Learning Center for exceptional staff care, nurturing environment, and strong developmental support for children from infancy through preschool. Multiple reviewers highlight the director, teachers, and assistant staff as loving and dedicated professionals who create a safe, engaging second home. Families report their children are happy, confident, and reluctant to leave at pickup.

    Caring and experienced staffsafe environmentengaging curriculum with hands-on learning activitiesstrong communication with parents via app and daily updates
  8. 8

    3430 Eastern Blvd, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 34 children

    Tender Care Day Care in York, Pennsylvania receives mostly positive reviews praising the caring staff, Christian-based curriculum, and child development. One parent expressed concerns about educational focus and potty training, while another had a negative phone interaction with staff.

    Reasonable pricingcaring and loving staffChristian curriculum and valuesacademic learning (colors
  9. 9

    215 Saint Charles Way, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Children First Learning Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the attentive and compassionate staff, effective communication, and strong curriculum. Children are reported to be happy and eager to attend. One negative review alleges theft by a staff member.

    Attentive and caring staffexcellent communication with parentscompassionate teachersstrong curriculum that is regularly updated
  10. 10
    Kids First Daycare,INC
    4.12 score
    4.2(7)

    2500 W Market St, York, PA · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 84 children

    Kids First Daycare receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, engaging activities, and excellent summer programs. Most children enjoy attending and parents report feeling confident in their care. However, there are concerns about inconsistent staff quality and questions about management transparency.

    Caring and nurturing staffchildren enjoy attendingexcellent outdoor playgroundengaging summer activities and programs

Rating Distribution

Based on 31 daycares with Google ratings in York

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
10
3.0 - 3.9
10
Below 3
3

What Parents Value Most

Top qualities mentioned across 334 reviews, analyzed by AI

1Clean facility
5
2Children enjoy attending
5
3Caring and loving staff
4
4Safe environment
4
5Affordable
3
6Welcoming atmosphere
3
7Children excited to attend
3

Best Rated Neighborhoods

York zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
174087
4.7
3
174049
4.27
3
1740312
3.76
1
1740213
3.63
0
174018
3.52
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in York (34–275 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

11

Large

76–150 children

16

Very Large

150+ children

6

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Before or After School Daycare in York, Pennsylvania

There are 1 before or after school daycare in York, Pennsylvania, making up 2% of the 53 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 York have an average rating of 3.89 out of 5 across 31 rated facilities, with 26% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.96 stars. Our analysis covers 334 parent reviews. Parents in York most frequently praise daycares for clean facility, children enjoy attending, and caring and loving staff.

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

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There are 1 before or after school daycares in York, Pennsylvania, out of 53 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 York have an average Google rating of 3.89 out of 5 across 31 rated facilities. About 26% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in York, 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
York offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 49 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 2 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 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 York for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in York 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.