How do I choose the right daycare in York?

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

What types of daycare are available in York?

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.

Before or After School Daycare in York, Pennsylvania (1 Results)

Q: What is the average cost of daycare in Pennsylvania?

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.

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.

Stillmeadow Nazarene Child Care Center, INC.

4.56 score

4.7(20)

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

Bethany Christian Learning Ctr

4.55 score

5(6)

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

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

Educational Building Blocks, INC.

4.33 score

4.5(10)

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

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

Jcc School For The Early Years

4.24 score

4.3(20)

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

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

Tender Care Day Care, INC.

4.15 score

4.3(5)

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

Children First Learning Center

4.15 score

4.3(5)

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

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

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

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.

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.

1 Before or After School Daycare in York, Pennsylvania

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