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Licensed Daycare in Syracuse, New York

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

244
Licensed Centers
29
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Syracuse

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 Syracuse 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
29 kids

All Syracuse licensed centers

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I Licensed Center

IT TAKES A VILLAGE CHILDCARE 2, LLC

Syracuse

Infants & Toddlers Cap 71
J Licensed Center

JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF SYRACUSE, INC.

Syracuse

Infants & Toddlers Cap 165
J Licensed Center

Jowonio School, Inc.

Syracuse

Infants & Toddlers Cap 172
K Licensed Center

K2 CENTER OF CNY, LLC

Syracuse

24 Infants, 32 Toddlers, 32 Preschoolers Cap 88
K Licensed Center

KOOL KIDZ DAYCARE CENTERS LLC

Syracuse

7 Toddlers, 22 Preschoolers and 22 School-Aged Children Cap 51
L Licensed Center

Learn Grow Play

Syracuse

School Age (5+) Cap 8
L Licensed Center Licensed

Little Apples Child Care Center

Syracuse

16 Infants, 24 Toddlers, 21 Preschoolers Cap 61
L Licensed Center

Lydia's Lullaby DCC

Syracuse

8 Infants, 10 Toddlers, 16 Preschoolers and 6 School-Aged Children Cap 40
O Licensed Center Licensed

On The Hill Child Care Center

Syracuse

Infants & Toddlers Cap 108
P Licensed Center

P.E.A.C.E., Inc. Merrick School Head Start Program

Syracuse

16 Infants, 16 Toddlers, 160 Preschoolers Cap 192
P Licensed Center

P.E.A.C.E., Inc. - James Street Head Start

Syracuse

34 Preschoolers Cap 34
P Licensed Center

P.E.A.C.E., Inc. Sumner School Head Start Program

Syracuse

16 Infants, 16 Toddlers, 108 Preschoolers Cap 140
P Licensed Center

PEACE, Inc.- Genesee Street Head Start

Syracuse

72 Preschoolers Cap 72
P Licensed Center

Positive Growth Daycare, LLC

Syracuse

8 Infants, 12 Toddlers, 17 Preschoolers and 6 School-Aged Children Cap 43
P Licensed Center

Prime Child Care Center LLC

Syracuse

School Age (5+) Cap 46

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Syracuse, New York?
Our directory lists 244 licensed childcare centers in Syracuse, 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 Syracuse?
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 Syracuse 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 Syracuse typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Syracuse?
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 Syracuse 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.

Search 244 Licensed Centers in Syracuse

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