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Licensed Daycare in Watertown, New York

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

36
Licensed Centers
4
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Watertown

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 Watertown 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
90 kids

ZIP codes covered

All Watertown licensed centers

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L Family Daycare Licensed

Little Squirrels Child Care

Watertown

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

Makuch, Christy

Watertown

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

Ms Jillian ABC

Watertown

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 6
N Licensed Center

New Day Children's Center

Watertown

Infants & Toddlers Cap 146
P Family Daycare

Pfister, Patti

Watertown

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

Renae's Daycare, Inc.

Watertown

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

Stepping Stones Daycare

Watertown

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

THE KREUZER NEST LLC

Watertown

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

The Duck, Duck, Goose Day Care

Watertown

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

The Treehouse Child Care Center

Watertown

Preschool (2-5) Cap 18
T Licensed Center

The Treehouse Child Care Center

Watertown

18 Preschoolers Cap 18
W Family Daycare Licensed

Ward, Jan

Watertown

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

Watertown Family YMCA Day Care Center

Watertown

Infants & Toddlers Cap 76
W Licensed Center

Watertown Family YMCA, Inc.

Watertown

30 School-Aged Children Cap 30
W Licensed Center

Watertown Family YMCA, Inc.

Watertown

124 School-Aged Children Cap 124

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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 Watertown, New York?
Our directory lists 36 licensed childcare centers in Watertown, 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 Watertown?
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 Watertown 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 Watertown typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Watertown?
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 Watertown 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.

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