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Licensed Daycare in Buffalo, New York

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

Our directory lists 225 licensed childcare centers in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo?

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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Buffalo?

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 .

Looking for daycare in this area? Below is the full list of licensed providers as reported by the state's child care regulator.

225

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Buffalo

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 Buffalo 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: 42 kids

ZIP codes covered

14215 47 14211 28 14202 21 14213 18 14207 16 14208 15 14214 14 14209 14

Program types in Buffalo

All Buffalo licensed centers

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Warm Wishes Day Care

Buffalo

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

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Washington, Doris

Buffalo

8 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years Cap 8

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Welcoming Wonder Childcare LLC

Buffalo

School Age (5+) Cap 25

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West Side Community Services, Inc.

Buffalo

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44

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Westminster Early Childhood Program

Buffalo

Infants & Toddlers Cap 194

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Williams, Camille

Buffalo

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

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Wonderful Beginnings Quality Child Care

Buffalo

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

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World of Hope

Buffalo

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

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Wright, Caremia

Buffalo

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

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Wright, Verdell

Buffalo

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

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YMCA Buffalo Niagara

Buffalo

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44

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YMCA Buffalo Niagara

Buffalo

80 School-Aged Children Cap 80

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YMCA Buffalo Niagara

Buffalo

44 School-Aged Children Cap 44

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Yolanda's Kids Paradise Day Care

Buffalo

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

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Yum Yum's Daycare

Buffalo

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

Pick a provider above to see the full profile, including current license status, age range served, and phone number.

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

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

Our directory lists 225 licensed childcare centers in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo?

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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Buffalo?

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 Buffalo 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.