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Licensed Daycare in Ithaca, New York

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

43
Licensed Centers
10
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Ithaca

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 Ithaca 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
57 kids

ZIP codes covered

All Ithaca licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Academic Plus Inc.

Ithaca

129 School-Aged Children Cap 129
A Licensed Center

Acorn Ithaca LLC

Ithaca

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

Amuse U Daycare

Ithaca

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

Aspen Grove Caterpillars

Ithaca

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

Aspen Grove Ithaca, LLC

Ithaca

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

Barber, Judy

Ithaca

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

Belle Sherman After School Program

Ithaca

108 School-Aged Children Cap 108
C Licensed Center

Cayuga Heights School Age Program

Ithaca

100 School-Aged Children Cap 100
C Licensed Center

Cindy's Chinese Class Inc.

Ithaca

79 School-Aged Children Cap 79
C Licensed Center

Coddington Road Community Center, Inc.

Ithaca

Infants & Toddlers Cap 152
C Licensed Center

Community Nursery of Cayuga Heights, Inc.

Ithaca

12 Toddlers, 32 Preschoolers Cap 44
C Licensed Center

Cornell Child Care Center

Ithaca

Infants & Toddlers Cap 170
C Licensed Center

Corner of the Sky

Ithaca

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

Creative Care by Karin, LLC

Ithaca

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

Downtown Ithaca Children's Center

Ithaca

16 Infants, 30 Toddlers, 46 Preschoolers Cap 92

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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 Ithaca, New York?
Our directory lists 43 licensed childcare centers in Ithaca, 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 Ithaca?
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 Ithaca 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 Ithaca typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Ithaca?
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 Ithaca 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 43 Licensed Centers in Ithaca

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