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Children's Beginnings

Daycare center in Syracuse, NY. 100 South Clinton St. P.O. Box 7196, Syracuse, NY 13261

3.4 (5 on Google)Read parent reviews
Call (315) 448-0980
AgesInfant, toddler and preschool
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity78 children
LicenceActive
On the register since2022

About the program

Children's Beginnings is a licensed daycare center in Syracuse, New York, on the state register since 2022. It is licensed for 78 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Children's Beginnings does not publish a fee schedule. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,062 a month.

Infant places160 to 12 months
Toddler places241 to 2 years
Preschool places383 to 5 years

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeDay Care Center · 45171
Licence statusActive since 2022
Licensed capacity78 children
Source: New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services. Last synced September 18, 2026.

New York publishes inspection reports on its own site. Open the state record to read this program's inspection history in full.

What parents say

I thought this was going to be a fun and safe place for my daughter. Not only do they have a very high turn over rate (4 different directors and over 27 different "teachers" within 3.5 years) they treat children as if they are just another number. My daughter was treated so cruel by one of the directors when my mother brought her in to drop off on the day of their Halloween party, she was all dressed for Halloween…

Sarah Kondrk · 1/5 on Google · 2 years ago

My son has been enrolled at Children’s Beginnings for almost 2 years. Starting from the beginning, Laurie and Meagan were extremely professional, responsive, and welcoming. The minute we walked in to the center I immediately fell in love. The school is absolutely beautiful inside and is kept immaculately clean. The children in the center are absolutely adorable, but more importantly are very well behaved and their…

Sara Saxton · 5/5 on Google · 6 years ago

I've been on this waitlist since August of last year. I don't recommend this daycare. They prioritize the federal employees that work in the building. There will never be an opening for downtown residents. The waitlist fee is not refundable so you're basically giving them free money. I was told I was not going to see an opening until 2024. I'm extremely disappointed with the unprofessional and unfair process.

Donnella “Donnie Monk” Monk · 1/5 on Google · 3 years ago

Everyone at Children's Beginnings is wonderful. They take great care of my son and I appreciate all that they do. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for child care.

Michael C · 5/5 on Google · 6 years ago
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Getting there

100 South Clinton St. P.O. Box 7196, Syracuse, NY 13261

Questions about Children's Beginnings

Is Children's Beginnings licensed?

Yes. Children's Beginnings holds an active Day Care Center licence from New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Division of Child Care Services (licence 45171), with a licensed capacity of 78 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

What ages does Children's Beginnings take?

Children's Beginnings is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages.

How much does Children's Beginnings cost?

Children's Beginnings does not publish tuition. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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