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Licensed Daycare in Watervliet, New York

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

15
Licensed Centers
2
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Watervliet

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 Watervliet 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
33 kids

ZIP codes covered

All Watervliet licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

A Merry Heart Day Care LLC

Watervliet

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

Baker, Merle

Watervliet

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

GREAT GRACE GROUP DAY CARE

Watervliet

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

Hetty's Brilliant Minds

Watervliet

School Age (5+) Cap 69
H Licensed Center

House of Tots LLC

Watervliet

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

Kids Express Child Development Services Speech, Occupational, Physical Therapy & Psychology

Watervliet

24 Toddlers, 191 Preschoolers Cap 215
K Family Daycare Licensed

Kyle's Kidz Korner Daycare

Watervliet

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

Little Sparklers Daycare

Watervliet

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

Morning Glory Day Care LLC

Watervliet

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

Prince, Jacqueline

Watervliet

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

Sandy's Family Child Care

Watervliet

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

Sun & Smiles Child Care

Watervliet

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

Teenie Beanie Babies

Watervliet

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

Watervliet Civic Chest, INC.

Watervliet

8 Infants, 22 Toddlers Cap 30
W Licensed Center Licensed

Watervliet Civic Chest, Inc.

Watervliet

164 School-Aged Children Cap 30

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Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Watervliet, New York?
Our directory lists 15 licensed childcare centers in Watervliet, 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 Watervliet?
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 Watervliet 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 Watervliet typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Watervliet?
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 Watervliet 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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