Best Child Care Centers in Syracuse, NY
Every day, we’re nurturing young learners and preparing children for a bright future. At Childtime, our sensitive, respectful teachers are building trusting, secure relationships with children that...
Infants
Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
Toddlers
You’ll love the safe environment for exploration, excitement, and exercise we provide for your active child. Toddler classrooms also feature our milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, focused on the key developmental milestones specific to this age group, with learning experiences designed to address the individual needs of each child, in each classroom. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.
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Early education and childcare center serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Play-based curriculum focuses on early academics, literacy, science, social-emotional development and creativity....
Infant Daycare
Infant program offering a physically and emotionally safe place for your baby to explore and learn about the world around them. Shoe-free policy ensures that classrooms are clean and safe for little ones to move around. Daily routine includes time outdoors, group time, and discovery baskets for sensory exploration. Trained teachers spend time cuddling, singing, and reading to your child.
Toddler Daycare
Toddlers are on the go, exploring and learning new things throughout each day. Classrooms are kid-size in design, allowing children to do more things independently, building their self-confidence. Photos of the children’s families cover the walls of the classroom, creating a sense of community. Daily routine includes: outdoor play, circle time, dance & movement, reading, art, music, and free play.
Also offers: Discovery Preschool, Preschool Program, Prekindergarten Program
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At BrightPath Syracuse, formerly Learn As You Grow, located at 158 Highland Avenue, Syracuse, New York 13203, we're dedicated to providing high-quality daycare, child care, and preschool services. For...
Infants
BeeCurious experiences are tailored to each infant's developmental stage and individual schedule. Educators observe and intentionally plan for each child's physical, social-emotional, and cognitive growth. The program immerses infants in a language-rich environment, with American Sign Language introduced through twenty core signs to support early communication, reduce frustration, and strengthen the bond between children and caregivers. Sensory exploration and daily outdoor experiences extend learning beyond the classroom.
Toddlers
The BeeCurious Curriculum supports active toddlers as they develop increased mobility and begin exploring the world around them. Children engage in hands-on learning centers - dramatic play, blocks, table toys, art, and a cozy area - with toys and props that change regularly to reflect current curriculum studies. Language development is central, with children immersed in daily communication and supported by American Sign Language using twenty core signs, plus additional signs tied to each theme of study. Music, movement, peer interactions, and group projects are woven throughout the day, with outdoor play twice daily extending curriculum experiences into well-equipped play spaces. Process-oriented art and sensory experiences encourage creativity and self-expression.
Also offers: Preschool, Before and After School Care, Pre-K
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BrightPath Solvay, formerly Learn As You Grow, situated at 120 N. Orchard Rd., Solvay, New York 13209, excels in providing exceptional daycare, child care, and preschool services. Our commitment to...
Infants
BrightPath’s Infant Program is designed to meet each child’s individual needs in a caring and trusting environment. Our approach begins with getting to know both the child and their family, encouraging parents to visit the classroom to establish a bond and help us understand each child’s at-home routines. This allows us to provide a seamless transition from home to school, without imposing a preset schedule. Each child follows their own eating, napping, and activity patterns. A key feature of our program is providing diapers and wipes for the first year, helping parents simplify their morning routines. Our play-based curriculum is tailored to each infant’s developmental stage, using themed experiences and individual learning goals. Teachers observe and plan activities to support physical development, social-emotional growth, and sensory exploration, with daily outdoor experiences when weather permits. We encourage language development by immersing infants in a language-rich environment and actively engaging them in communication throughout the day. Our program introduces American Sign Language, using twenty core signs to help infants express their needs, reduce frustrations, and enhance verbal communication. This collaborative approach, combined with individualized care, fosters strong bonds and a smooth, supportive learning journey for every child.
Toddlers
BrightPath’s Toddler Program is designed to meet the developmental needs of active toddlers as they grow in mobility, regulate their sleeping and eating patterns, and begin exploring their environment. The program is centered around hands-on learning experiences, music, and movement activities, allowing children to independently explore various learning centers within their classroom. Language development is a key focus of our Toddler Program, where children are immersed in a language-rich environment and actively communicate through interactive play and daily routines. Teachers utilize American Sign Language (ASL) with a set of twenty core signs to help children effectively express their needs and emotions. With flexible schedules that include music, movement, peer interactions, and group projects, children are encouraged to develop socially while enjoying outdoor play twice daily in well-equipped playgrounds, where curriculum experiences are extended outside.
Also offers: Preschool, Before and After School Care, Pre-K
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Early learning program geared towards older toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children. Curriculum features advanced learning utilizing Reggio principles, STEAM-based activities, and...
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P.E.A.C.E., Inc.'s James Street Head Start location provides comprehensive early childhood education for preschool-aged children 3-5 years old. The program focuses on school readiness through...
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P.E.A.C.E., Inc.'s Merrick School Head Start Program provides comprehensive early childhood education for children ages 3-5. The program focuses on school readiness through activities that promote...
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Prime Child Care Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 815 James St in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Dream Childcare Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 301 Slocum Ave in Westside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Whole Me is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 990 James St 2nd floor in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Huntington Family Center is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 310 Seymour St in Westside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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All About Me Childcare Center is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 1031 W Genesee St in Westside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...
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K2 Center of Camillus is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3253 Milton Ave in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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St. Vincent De Paul Day Care Center School Age Program is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 1103 Burnet Ave in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider...
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Jewish Community Center of Syracuse is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 5655 Thompson Rd in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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The Determination Center of Central New York is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 344 E Brighton Ave in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to...
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Innerviews of Love Wealth and Gratitude is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 708 James St in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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All About Me Childcare Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 113 E Onondaga St in Downtown in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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YMCA of Central New York is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 401 Loomis Ave in Valley in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Westcott Community Center is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 710 Hawley Ave in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Westcott Community Center is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 741 Park Ave in Westside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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YMCA of Central New York is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 428 S Alvord St in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Learn Grow Play is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 751 N Salina St in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Redhouse Arts Center is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 2707 Court St in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Young Men’s Christian Association of Central New York is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 400 Walberta Rd in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire...
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Young Men’s Christian Association of Central New York is a licensed school age program offering school age care programs located at 201 Cherry Rd in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire...
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Bernice M. Wright Child Development Laboratory School is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 17 Lambreth Ln in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to...
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The Salvation Army, Inc. - Cab Horse Commons Child Care Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 677 S Salina St in Southside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider...
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Catholic Charities Of Onondaga County is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 716 Hawley Ave in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...
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Small Wonders Day Care is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 960 Salt Springs Rd in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Peace, Inc.- Genesee Street Head Start is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1125-27 W Genesee St in Westside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Jowonio School, Inc. is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3049 E Genesee St in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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GESDCC Honey Tree Daycare is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3212 James St in Eastwood in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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The Gingerbread House Preschool & Childcare Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 3020 Court St in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...
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Lydia's Lullaby Day Care is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 213 Cannon St in Southside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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P.E.A.C.E., Inc. Sumner School Head Start Program is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 215 Bassett St in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire...
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Jewish Community Center is a licensed school age program offering daycare programs located at 5655 Thompson Rd in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Upstate Child Care Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 650 S Salina St in Southside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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St. Vincent De Paul Day Care Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1103 Burnet Ave in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Little Apples Child Care Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 401 Loomis Ave in Valley in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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The Growing Place is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3800 E Genesee St in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Greater East Syracuse Day Care Center - Honeytree Infant Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3218 James St in Eastwood in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to...
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Syracuse University Early Education and Child Care Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 411 Lambreth Ln in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to...
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Temple Adath Rothschild Early Childhood Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 450 Kimber Rd in Eastside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Academy At Pompei Pre-K is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 923 N Mcbride St in Northside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Northminster Early Childhood Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 7444 Buckley Rd in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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On The Hill Child Care Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 4640 Nixon Park Dr in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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K2 Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 517 Horan Rd in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Children's Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 4585 W Seneca Turnpike in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Huntington Family Centers, Inc. - School Age Child Care Program is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 405 Gifford St in Westside in Syracuse, NY. Contact this provider...
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