Licensed Daycares in Niagara Falls, ON
Browse 19 Ministry of Education-licensed daycares in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Filter by age, CWELCC acceptance, and ratings. Free parent resource.
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Finding the Right Daycare in Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls is home to 19 licensed daycare centres, giving families a wide range of quality childcare options. MapleCub makes it easy to compare providers side-by-side at no cost.
All providers listed for Niagara Falls hold an active provincial licence and are regularly checked against provincial records. Use the filters above to narrow by age group, subsidy acceptance, or star rating.
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Tips for choosing childcare in Niagara Falls
Verify Licensing
Always confirm that a daycare holds a valid provincial license. Licensed centres meet health, safety, and staffing requirements.
Read Parent Reviews
Reviews from other parents give real insight into daily routines, staff quality, and how facilities are maintained.
Ask About Curriculum
Whether play-based, Montessori, or STEM-focused — the right curriculum can have a lasting impact on your child's development.
Consider Schedule Fit
Make sure operating hours, program types, and flexibility match your family's daily schedule and work commitments.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many licensed daycares are in Niagara Falls, ON?
MapleCub lists 19 Ministry of Education-licensed daycare providers in Niagara Falls, Ontario. All listings have been verified against the Ontario Ministry of Education licensing database.
Do daycares in Niagara Falls accept the CWELCC subsidy?
Yes, many Ministry of Education-licensed daycares in Niagara Falls accept Ontario's CWELCC childcare subsidy, which can reduce your childcare cost significantly depending on your income. Use MapleCub's CWELCC filter to find accepting providers in Niagara Falls.
What is the average daycare cost in Niagara Falls, ON?
Daycare costs in Niagara Falls typically range from $700–$2,200/month depending on the child's age and care type. Infant care is the most expensive ($1,100–$2,200/month), while preschool-age care averages $700–$1,400/month. NAEYC-accredited centres run about 20% higher than average.
What should I look for when choosing a daycare in Niagara Falls?
Look for Ministry of Education licensure (required in Ontario), staff-to-child ratios, curriculum type (Montessori, play-based, faith-based), age group coverage, CWELCC acceptance, and parent reviews. MapleCub lets you filter by all of these criteria for daycares in Niagara Falls.
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