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Licensed Daycare in Canandaigua, New York

18 licensed daycares in Canandaigua, verified weekly. Compare cost, age groups, and Head Start spots in your ZIP — directly from official New York licensing records.

18
Licensed Centers
2
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Canandaigua

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 Canandaigua 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
37 kids

ZIP codes covered

All Canandaigua licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

All About Kids

Canandaigua

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

Alvarez, Yesenia

Canandaigua

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

Andersen, Carol

Canandaigua

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

Bancroft, Kimberly

Canandaigua

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

Canandaigua Montessori School

Canandaigua

10 Toddlers, 34 Preschoolers Cap 44
C Licensed Center

Cooley, Jodette

Canandaigua

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

Finger Lakes Community College Association, Inc.

Canandaigua

24 Toddlers, 32 Preschoolers Cap 56
G Licensed Center

Grant, Sheila

Canandaigua

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

Happiness House/Finger Lakes Cerebral Palsy Association

Canandaigua

Infants & Toddlers Cap 120
J Licensed Center

Jaeger, Tina

Canandaigua

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

Main Street Munchkins

Canandaigua

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

Mohammed, Sarah

Canandaigua

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

O'Brien, Alyssa

Canandaigua

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

OUR CHILDREN'S PLACE

Canandaigua

Infants & Toddlers Cap 145
T Licensed Center

THE SALVATION ARMY

Canandaigua

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Canandaigua, New York?
Our directory lists 18 licensed childcare centers in Canandaigua, 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 Canandaigua?
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 Canandaigua 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 Canandaigua typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Canandaigua?
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 Canandaigua 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 18 Licensed Centers in Canandaigua

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