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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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Learning Ladder Childcare

Buffalo

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

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Lighthouse Center Medical Park, Inc.

Buffalo

Infants & Toddlers Cap 61

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Lighthouse Center, Inc

Buffalo

School Age (5+) Cap 85

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Little Footprints Daycare

Buffalo

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

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Little O's Cuddley Family Day Care

Buffalo

Infants & Toddlers Cap 12

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Little Tweety's Childcare

Buffalo

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

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Lots of Love Daycare

Buffalo

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

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MY FIRST STEPS DAYCARE ABC LLC

Buffalo

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

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Marks Precious Tots Daycare

Buffalo

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

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Martin, Michelle

Buffalo

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

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Martin, Yolonda

Buffalo

Infants & Toddlers Cap 10

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Mcallister, Doreen

Buffalo

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

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Mcneill, Devin

Buffalo

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

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Metro Community Development Corporation

Buffalo

Infants & Toddlers Cap 20

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Milano Family Day Care

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.