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Licensed Daycare in Cortland, New York

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Cortland?

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 Cortland 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 Cortland typically operate below these ceilings.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Cortland?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$2,050/mo

New York avg infant

1:4

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Cortland

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 Cortland 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: 44 kids

ZIP codes covered

13045 23

Program types in Cortland

All Cortland licensed centers

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C Licensed Center

Cortland County Child Development Day Care Program, Inc.

Cortland

70 School-Aged Children Cap 70

C Licensed Center

Cortland County Family YMCA

Cortland

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40

M Licensed Center

McDonald Sports Camp

Cortland

School Age (5+) Cap 58

Y Licensed Center

Young Women's Christian Association of Cortland County, Inc.

Cortland

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40

Y Licensed Center

Young Women's Christian Association Of Cortland County,Inc.

Cortland

40 School-Aged Children Cap 40

Y Licensed Center

Young Women's Christian Association of Cortland County, Inc.

Cortland

School Age (5+) Cap 145

Tap any card to view the full listing including the state license number, capacity, and inspection history when available.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Cortland, New York?

Our directory lists 22 licensed childcare centers in Cortland, 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 Cortland?

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 Cortland 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 Cortland typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Cortland?

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 Cortland 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.