Best Daycares in Rochester, NY — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 19 daycares and childcare centers in Rochester based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Rochester

  1. #1 — Ellwanger-Barry Nursery School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Children's Center of Brighton Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — The Children's Center of Brighton Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — Small Wonders Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, School. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Community Nursery School Irondequouit Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Irondequoit Cooperative Nursery School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Action For A Better Community Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  8. #8 — DASA Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Winton Road Nursery School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  10. #10 — La Barrette Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Education. View full profile →

  11. #11 — The Children's School at URMC Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Liberty POST STARS Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, School. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Rochester Early Childhood Education Center Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Care-a-lot of South Greece Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Generations Child Care Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

  17. #17 — ABC Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Woodbury School Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, School. View full profile →

  19. #19 — Keshet Preschool at Temple Beth El Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Rochester?
Ellwanger-Barry Nursery School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Rochester based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Rochester?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Rochester?
Childcare costs in Rochester vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.