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Licensed Daycare in Rochester, New York

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

585
Licensed Centers
73
Infant Spots
$2,050/mo
New York avg infant
1:4
State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Rochester

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 Rochester 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
30 kids

All Rochester licensed centers

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A Licensed Center

Arias Sr, Maria

Rochester

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

Armett's Care and Share Family Daycare

Rochester

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

Asbury/Day Care Center Inc

Rochester

Infants & Toddlers Cap 102
A Licensed Center

Astacio, Alicia

Rochester

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

Astacio, Roslyn

Rochester

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

Aventuras de Jade Day Care

Rochester

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

Ayzenberg, Paula

Rochester

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

BIG HEART CHILD CARE LLC

Rochester

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

Baby Geniuses Daycare

Rochester

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

Baden Street Child Development Center

Rochester

Preschool (2-5) Cap 192
B Licensed Center

Baden Street Settlement Inc.

Rochester

199 School-Aged Children Cap 199
B Licensed Center

Baden Street Settlement of Rochester, Inc

Rochester

104 School-Aged Children Cap 104
B Licensed Center

Baden Street Settlement of Rochester, Inc.

Rochester

School Age (5+) Cap 51
B Licensed Center

Baden Street Settlement of Rochester, Inc.

Rochester

School Age (5+) Cap 51
B Licensed Center

Bambam Day Care

Rochester

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

Each listing links to the full state-record details, including last inspection date if reported.

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

How many licensed daycare centers are in Rochester, New York?
Our directory lists 585 licensed childcare centers in Rochester, 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 Rochester?
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 Rochester 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 Rochester typically operate below these ceilings.
Are subsidies available for daycare in Rochester?
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 Rochester 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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