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Licensed Daycare in Scotia, New York

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

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 Scotia 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 Scotia typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Scotia?

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 .

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

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Scotia

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 Scotia 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: 34 kids

ZIP codes covered

12302 13

Program types in Scotia

All Scotia licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

All About Kids Enrichment Program LLC

Scotia

19 Preschoolers Cap 19

B Family Daycare Licensed

Baker, Paula

Scotia

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

L Family Daycare

Little Dreamers Home Day Care

Scotia

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

M Family Daycare

Maggs, Elizabeth

Scotia

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

P Family Daycare

Pennie, Donna

Scotia

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

R Family Daycare

Rechnitzer, Jan

Scotia

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

R Family Daycare

Romeo, Jocelyn

Scotia

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

T Licensed Center

THE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF THE CAPITAL DISTRICT

Scotia

8 Infants, 24 Toddlers, 42 Preschoolers and 61 School-Aged Children Cap 135

T Licensed Center

TSL Adventures, LLC

Scotia

School Age (5+) Cap 34

T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Scotia

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44

T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Scotia

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44

T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Scotia

60 School-Aged Children Cap 60

T Licensed Center Licensed

Tiny Town Child Development Corp.

Scotia

Infants & Toddlers Cap 57

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

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

Our directory lists 13 licensed childcare centers in Scotia, 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 Scotia?

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 Scotia 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 Scotia typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Scotia?

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 Scotia 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.