Official Records

Licensed Daycare in Rochester, New York

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
73
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

All Rochester licensed centers

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Pinnacle Early Learning Center, Inc.

Rochester

12 Infants, 24 Toddlers Cap 36
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Pinnacle Early Learning Center, Inc.

Rochester

Infants & Toddlers Cap 95
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Pizarro, Ginoshka

Rochester

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

Rochester

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8
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Player 1 Academy, Inc.

Rochester

8 Infants, 8 Toddlers, 34 Preschoolers and 7 School-Aged Children Cap 57
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Playing and Learning Daycare

Rochester

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Playing and Learning Daycare 2

Rochester

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

Rochester

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

Rochester

12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Cap 16
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Poole Of Love Family Daycare

Rochester

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

Rochester

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

Rochester

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

Rochester

6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Cap 8
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RIT - Margaret's House

Rochester

Infants & Toddlers Cap 84
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Ragonese, Rene

Rochester

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

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.

Search 585 Licensed Centers in Rochester

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