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Licensed Daycare in Utica, New York

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.

61
Licensed Centers
4
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Utica

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 Utica 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
32 kids

ZIP codes covered

All Utica licensed centers

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F Licensed Center

For "Us"

Utica

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

Forest Rd Daycare

Utica

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

Genesee Street Children's Center LLC

Utica

School Age (5+) Cap 81
G Licensed Center

Gomez Guerrero, Estefany

Utica

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

Gomez, Francesca

Utica

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

Gonzalez De Duran, Awirda

Utica

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

Harding Place Family Daycare

Utica

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

Harding Place Family Daycare 2 LLC.

Utica

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

Harrison, Julia

Utica

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

Inman, Karley

Utica

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

Jewish Community Center Preschool

Utica

22 Toddlers, 82 Preschoolers Cap 104
J Licensed Center

Junior Junction, Inc.

Utica

Infants & Toddlers Cap 81
L Licensed Center

Little Explorers

Utica

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

Little Rainbow Group Family Day Care

Utica

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

Little Sunset Daycare

Utica

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

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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 Utica, New York?
Our directory lists 61 licensed childcare centers in Utica, 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 Utica?
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 Utica 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 Utica typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Utica?
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 Utica 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.

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