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Licensed Daycare in Albany, New York

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

128
Licensed Centers
23
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Albany

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 Albany 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
55 kids

All Albany licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

Colonie Youth Center, Inc. @ Shaker Road School

Albany

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44
C Licensed Center

Colonie Youth Center, Inc. @ Veeder School

Albany

80 School-Aged Children Cap 80
K Licensed Center

Kidz Klub Discovery Center LLC

Albany

79 School-Aged Children Cap 79
R Licensed Center

Refugee and Immigrant Support Services of Emmaus, Inc.

Albany

119 School-Aged Children Cap 119
S Licensed Center

St. Paul's Evengelical Lutheran Church

Albany

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40
T Licensed Center

TSL Adventures, LLC

Albany

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

110 School-Aged Children Cap 110
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

60 School-Aged Children Cap 60
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

60 School-Aged Children Cap 60
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

70 School-Aged Children Cap 70
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

Infants & Toddlers Cap 200
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

146 School-Aged Children Cap 146
T Licensed Center

The Young Men's Christian Association of the Capital District

Albany

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40
T Licensed Center

Trinity Alliance of the Capital Region, Inc. Arbor Hill Center

Albany

30 School-Aged Children Cap 30

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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 Albany, New York?
Our directory lists 128 licensed childcare centers in Albany, 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 Albany?
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 Albany 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 Albany typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Albany?
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 Albany 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 128 Licensed Centers in Albany

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