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Licensed Daycare in Oswego, New York

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Oswego?

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 Oswego 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 Oswego typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Oswego?

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 .

Every center listed below is sourced directly from the state's child care licensing registry — no paid placement, no editorial picks, no hidden referral fees.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Oswego

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 Oswego 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: 27 kids

ZIP codes covered

13126 23

Program types in Oswego

All Oswego licensed centers

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B Licensed Center

BUSY BEARS DAYCARE

Oswego

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

B Licensed Center

Bear Cub Day Care

Oswego

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

C Licensed Center

Children's Place Daycare and Learning Center

Oswego

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

F Licensed Center

Faul, Tracey

Oswego

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

H Licensed Center

Haynes, Kristi

Oswego

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

K Licensed Center

Kidz Rock Day Care

Oswego

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

L Licensed Center

Lamb, Tracy

Oswego

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

L Licensed Center

Lazzaro, Deborah

Oswego

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

M Licensed Center

Miles of Smiles Daycare

Oswego

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

M Licensed Center

Mrs. Rogers Neighborhood

Oswego

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

O Licensed Center

Oconnor, Joanne

Oswego

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

S Licensed Center

Sammie's Club House

Oswego

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

T Licensed Center

Tiffany's Tot Spot

Oswego

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

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Oswego, New York?

Our directory lists 22 licensed childcare centers in Oswego, 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 Oswego?

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 Oswego 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 Oswego typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Oswego?

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 Oswego 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.