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Licensed Daycare in Niagara Falls, New York

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Niagara Falls?

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.

Q: What staff-to-child ratios apply in Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Niagara Falls?

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 .

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

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Niagara Falls

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 Niagara Falls 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: 37 kids

ZIP codes covered

14305 19 14304 15 14301 15 14303 3 14302 1

Program types in Niagara Falls

All Niagara Falls licensed centers

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M Licensed Center

Maikranz, Marlene

Niagara Falls

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

M Licensed Center

Mckinson-Beckford, Simone

Niagara Falls

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

M Licensed Center

Miss Kara's Daycare

Niagara Falls

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

M Licensed Center

Ms A's

Niagara Falls

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

N Licensed Center

NENE'S DAYCARE, LLC

Niagara Falls

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 12

O Licensed Center

Olori Family Daycare

Niagara Falls

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

S Licensed Center

SPARKLES TINY TOTS HOME DAY CARE

Niagara Falls

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

S Licensed Center

Safari Kids Club Daycare

Niagara Falls

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

S Licensed Center

Steppin Stone Services LLC

Niagara Falls

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

T Licensed Center

TT's Playhouse

Niagara Falls

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

T Licensed Center

Tara's Home Away From Home Day Care

Niagara Falls

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

V Licensed Center

Vails, Rashinika

Niagara Falls

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

W Licensed Center

Wynn, Wilhemina

Niagara Falls

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

Y Licensed Center

Yorio, Brenda

Niagara Falls

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

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

Quick answers about subsidies, costs, and how to vet a provider in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Niagara Falls, New York?

Our directory lists 48 licensed childcare centers in Niagara Falls, 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 Niagara Falls?

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 Niagara Falls 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 Niagara Falls typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Niagara Falls?

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 Niagara Falls 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.