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Licensed Daycare in Rochester, New York

Q: How many licensed daycare centers are in Rochester, New York?

Our directory lists 585 licensed childcare centers in Rochester, 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.

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

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 Rochester 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 Rochester typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Rochester?

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 .

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

585

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Rochester

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 Rochester 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: 30 kids

ZIP codes covered

14621 106 14609 79 14611 48 14606 46 14613 43 14624 33 14619 30 14605 29

Program types in Rochester

All Rochester licensed centers

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F Licensed Center

Foundations Group Daycare

Rochester

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

F Licensed Center

Frank, Alberta

Rochester

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

F Licensed Center

Free Play Academy

Rochester

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

F Licensed Center

Friendship Children's Center, Inc.

Rochester

12 Toddlers, 72 Preschoolers and 36 School-Aged Children Cap 120

F Licensed Center

Full Heart Child Care

Rochester

34 Toddlers, 27 Preschoolers Cap 61

F Licensed Center

Full Heart Child Care, Inc.

Rochester

School Age (5+) Cap 85

F Licensed Center

Fun Times with Titi, LLC.

Rochester

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

G Licensed Center

Garcia Rivera, Thalia

Rochester

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

G Licensed Center

Garcia Rodriguez, Ana

Rochester

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

G Licensed Center

Garcia Rodriguez, Jannette

Rochester

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

G Licensed Center

Gardner, Lillie

Rochester

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

G Licensed Center

Gayle, Carlene

Rochester

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

G Licensed Center

Generations Child Care, Inc

Rochester

Infants & Toddlers Cap 132

G Licensed Center

Generations Child Care, Inc.

Rochester

Infants & Toddlers Cap 156

G Licensed Center

Generations Child Care, Inc.

Rochester

Infants & Toddlers Cap 86

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

Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

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

Our directory lists 585 licensed childcare centers in Rochester, 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 Rochester?

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 Rochester 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 Rochester typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Rochester?

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 Rochester 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.