ZIP 14215

Daycare Centers Near ZIP 14215

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53 Licensed Centers Near 14215

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Gramma's Day Care

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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My Precious Angels Childcare, Inc.

Buffalo, NY · 14215
16 Infants, 22 Toddlers, 35 Preschoolers and 20 School-Aged Children Day Care Center Cap: 93 Licensed
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King, Dorothy

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Mitchell, Dianne

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 14 Licensed
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Williams, Camille

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Star Light Family Day Care Llc

Buffalo, NY · 14215
8 Infants, 8 Toddlers, 12 Preschoolers and 6 School-Aged Children Dcc Cap: 34 Licensed
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World Of Hope

Buffalo, NY · 14215
6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Fdc Cap: 8 Licensed
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Tisha's Tot's Family Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Family Daycare Cap: 8 Licensed
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Lunas Divine Inc

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Griffin, Rita

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Learning Ladder Childcare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Family Daycare Cap: 8 Licensed
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The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, Inc.

Cheektowaga, NY · 14215
16 Infants, 16 Toddlers, 68 Preschoolers Dcc Cap: 100 Licensed
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Jackson's Wonderland Daycare, Inc.

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Gigi's Toddler Town Daycare

Cheektowaga, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Law, Lori

Buffalo, NY · 14215
10 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 12 Licensed
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Kids Capital Daycare, Inc.

Cheektowaga, NY · 14215
8 Infants, 20 Toddlers, 32 Preschoolers and 12 School-Aged Children Dcc Cap: 72 Licensed
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Rickcara's Romper Room Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Little Tweety's Childcare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Family Daycare Cap: 8 Licensed
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Kids R Us Childcare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Wonderful Beginnings Quality Child Care

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Little O's Cuddley Family Day Care

Buffalo, NY · 14215
10 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 12 Licensed
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Wright, Caremia

Buffalo, NY · 14215
6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Family Daycare Cap: 8 Licensed
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Cyn's Heavenly Angels Quality Child Care

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Rankin, Sheila

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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The Community Action Organization Of Western New York, Inc.

Buffalo, NY · 14215
26 Toddlers, 48 Preschoolers Dcc Cap: 74 Licensed
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Yum Yum's Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Rhines, Joann

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Benning, Renee

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Skies The Limit Child Care Llc

Buffalo, NY · 14215
8 Infants, 10 Toddlers, 14 Preschoolers Dcc Cap: 32 Licensed
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Snuggletown Family Childcare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
11 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Gfdc Cap: 11 Licensed
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Baker, Barbara

Buffalo, NY · 14215
6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Family Daycare Cap: 8 Licensed
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Cambridge Child Care

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Home Away From Home Family Child Care

Buffalo, NY · 14215
10 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 12 Licensed
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Metro Community Development Corporation

Buffalo, NY · 14215
20 School-Aged Children School-age Care Cap: 20 Licensed
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Birl, Susan

Buffalo, NY · 14215
10 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 12 Licensed
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God's Design Child Care

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Auntie Nook's Playhouse Family Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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The Community Action Organization Of Wny, Inc.

Buffalo, NY · 14215
44 School-Aged Children Sacc Cap: 44 Licensed
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Harris, Tonya

Buffalo, NY · 14215
10 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 12 Licensed
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Ferguson, Brenda

Cheektowaga, NY · 14215
6 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Family Daycare Cap: 8 Licensed
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Carr, Tressia

Cheektowaga, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Marks Precious Tots Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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My First Steps Daycare Abc Llc

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Happy Faces Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Milly's Wiggles And Giggles Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Makeurmark

Cheektowaga, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Tiny Intelligent Minds Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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New Provisions Inc.

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Little Footprints Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Shushu Group Family Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Gfdc Cap: 16 Licensed
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Martin, Yolonda

Buffalo, NY · 14215
10 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Group Family Daycare Cap: 14 Licensed
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Teddybear Junction Daycare

Buffalo, NY · 14215
12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 16 Licensed
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Little Monsters Child Care

Cheektowaga, NY · 14215
8 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 2 additional school-aged children Group Family Daycare Cap: 10 Licensed

Programs Near 14215 by Age Group

NY licensing requirements and what to expect at each stage

Infant Care

Ages: 0–12 months
1:4 staff ratio required
Avg: $900–$1,600/month
0 centers near 14215

Toddler

Ages: 1–3 years
1:6 staff ratio required
Avg: $700–$1,200/month

Preschool

Ages: 3–5 years
1:10 staff ratio
Avg: $600–$1,100/month
2 centers near 14215

School-Age

Ages: 5+ years
Before/after school
Avg: $300–$700/month
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Childcare Subsidies Near 14215

NY participates in CCAP — families near 14215 may get up to 90% of childcare costs covered based on income.

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CCAP / CCDF
Federal block grant — up to 90% coverage
Head Start
Free care for income-eligible families
Dependent Care FSA
Pre-tax savings — up to $5,000/yr
Child Tax Credit
Up to $3,000/year federal credit
State Pre-K
Free half or full-day preschool (4–5 yrs)

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Found a center in 14215? Here is what to pack

Bottles, name labels, nap bedding and spare clothes — our checklist by age covers what centers ask you to bring, and what they ask you not to send.

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What to pack for the first day

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Waterproof name labels for daycare bottles and containers
Name labels

Dishwasher-safe ones survive daily bottle washing; paper labels peel within a week.

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Nap mat or cot sheet

Ask the center first — many supply cots but require your own fitted sheet.

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Spare clothes set

Two full changes per day for potty-training age, one for older kids.

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Labeled water bottle

Most centers ask for one clearly named bottle a child can open alone.

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Insulated lunch bag

Needed if the center does not provide meals; look for one that fits an ice pack.

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Finding Daycare Near ZIP 14215 in Buffalo, NY

ZIP code 14215 has 53 licensed childcare providers registered with NY state authorities — infant care, toddler programs, preschools, and school-age centers. All listings are sourced from official state licensing databases with active permits.

When comparing daycare centers near 14215, focus on: staff-to-child ratio, curriculum approach, safety inspection history, and whether the center accepts CCAP subsidies. Use our 30-point tour checklist before making a decision.

How to Choose Daycare Near 14215

  1. Define your needs — age of child, full-time vs part-time, budget, schedule
  2. Search and shortlist — all 53 licensed centers near 14215 are listed above
  3. Call ahead — confirm openings, subsidy acceptance, and tour availability
  4. Tour at least 3 centers — use our 30-point checklist
  5. Verify license status — confirm on NY's official licensing portal

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Frequently Asked Questions — Daycare Near 14215

How many daycare centers are near ZIP code 14215?

There are 53 licensed childcare centers in and around ZIP 14215 in Buffalo, NY. All hold active state licenses sourced from official NY licensing databases.

What is the average cost of daycare near 14215?

Daycare costs near 14215 in NY: infant care $900–$1,800/month; toddler programs $700–$1,200/month; preschool $600–$1,100/month. CCAP subsidies can reduce costs by 50–90% for eligible families.

Are the daycare centers near 14215 licensed?

Yes — all 53 centers listed for ZIP 14215 hold active NY childcare licenses, sourced directly from the official state licensing database.

Does NY offer childcare subsidies near 14215?

NY participates in the federal CCDF program. Families near 14215 may qualify for CCAP assistance based on income. Visit childcare.gov or your local social services office to apply.

What age groups are served by daycares near 14215?

Centers near 14215 serve: infants (0–12 mo) — 0 centers; toddlers (1–3 yrs); preschool (3–5 yrs) — 2 programs; school-age (5+). Call ahead to confirm openings.

How do I choose the best daycare near 14215?

Visit at least 3 centers near 14215, check staff ratios, safety features, and curriculum. Use our free 30-point checklist at /checklist before enrolling.

What is the staff-to-child ratio at daycares near 14215?

NY requires: 1:4 for infants, 1:6 for toddlers, 1:10 for preschoolers. Always confirm the current ratio before enrolling at any center near 14215.

Are there Head Start programs near ZIP 14215?

Head Start offers free federally-funded programs for income-eligible families. Search 'Head Start' in our directory for 14215 or visit headstart.gov.

Can I tour a daycare near 14215 before enrolling?

Yes — and you should. Call ahead to schedule a tour at any center near 14215. Use our 30-point checklist at /checklist to evaluate each facility.

What documents do I need to enroll in daycare near 14215?

Typical requirements: birth certificate, immunization records, emergency contacts, custody docs if applicable, and proof of income for subsidies. Confirm with each center near 14215.

Nothing available near 14215?

Availability changes fast. Check the ZIP codes next to 14215 — a licensed center nearby may have an opening this month.

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Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Sourced from NY official childcare licensing database · Privacy Policy

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Where to get childcare help in Buffalo (14215)

Free, official channels for finding licensed care, checking quality ratings, and applying for assistance — no account or fee required.

Local CCR&R agency

Child Care Resource & Referral counselors help you find vetted local options.

1-800-424-2246 · Find yours
Dial 2-1-1

United Way's free, confidential line connects you to local childcare, food, and family aid.

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Head Start (free)

Free early education for income-eligible families and pregnant women.

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State subsidy

NY Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) can cover most of your childcare cost by income.

(800) 345-5437 · How to apply
Quality ratings

Check NAEYC accreditation and your state's quality-rating (QRIS) for any provider.

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Verify a license

Confirm any provider's current license & inspection record with NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services.

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Childcare resources

Data and guidance on this page draw on official government and nonprofit sources.

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Office of Child Care — childcare.gov
Federal subsidy & CCDF program info
.gov www.acf.hhs.gov
HHS Administration for Children & Families
Child Care & Development Fund oversight
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Head Start Center Locator (HHS)
Free programs for income-eligible families
www.childcareaware.org
ChildCare Aware of America
Annual cost reports & state data
childcaredeserts.org
Child Care Deserts (Center for American Progress)
Local supply-vs-demand research by county

How this data is sourced. Listings for ZIP 14215 are compiled from official NY Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) — Division of Child Care Services licensing records and cross-checked for current license status — not paid placements or user star-ratings. Rankings never depend on advertising. Provider details change often, so always confirm directly before enrolling. Reviewed by the DaycareHub editorial team · August 2026 · methodology

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