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Licensed Daycare in Schenectady, New York

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Schenectady, New York?

Our directory lists 135 licensed childcare centers in Schenectady, New York, sourced from NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Schenectady?

Statewide averages in New York run roughly $2050/month for infants and $1430/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Schenectady daycares?

All licensed New York centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:9 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Schenectady typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Schenectady?

New York families can apply for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

135 licensed daycares in Schenectady, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.

135

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Schenectady

ChildCare Aware reports the New York average full-time cost at $2,050/month for infant care and $1,430/month for preschool. City-level prices in Schenectady vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. New York families may also qualify for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437).

Full New York licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services
Infant ratio: 1:4
Toddler ratio: 1:5
Preschool ratio: 1:9
Avg capacity: 32 kids

ZIP codes covered

12304 31 12303 31 12307 21 12306 21 12309 15 12308 13 12305 5

Program types in Schenectady

All Schenectady licensed centers

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H Family Daycare

Hopwood, Charol

Schenectady

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8

H Family Daycare Licensed

Hurd, Rosemary

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

H Family Daycare Licensed

Hyjek, Genette

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

K Family Daycare Licensed

Kiddies Smart Nurseries Corporation

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

K Family Daycare Licensed

Kids Adventures

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

K Family Daycare Licensed

Kira's Kids Corner

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

L Family Daycare

Learningland Family Daycare

Schenectady

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8

L Family Daycare Licensed

Life's Little Treasures Daycare

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

L Family Daycare Licensed

Little Chatter Box Day Care

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

L Family Daycare Licensed

Little Learner’s Daycare

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

M Family Daycare Licensed

Manmy Mag Daycare

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

M Family Daycare Licensed

Mcwalker, Bobbie

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 14

M Family Daycare Licensed

Meraris Day Care

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12

M Family Daycare Licensed

Munchkin University

Schenectady

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16

M Family Daycare

Muskelly, Sharlynn

Schenectady

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8

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Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Schenectady, New York?

Our directory lists 135 licensed childcare centers in Schenectady, New York, sourced from NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Schenectady?

Statewide averages in New York run roughly $2050/month for infants and $1430/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Schenectady daycares?

All licensed New York centers must meet the state minimum: 1:4 for infants, 1:5 for toddlers, and 1:9 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Schenectady typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Schenectady?

New York families can apply for NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) (intake: (800) 345-5437). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Schenectady daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.