Licensed NYC Child Care Programs — DOHMH Data

NYC Child Care Programs
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Find licensed child care centers and family day care homes near any NYC address. Check compliance status, violation history, and capacity — free DOHMH data, no account required.

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NYC Intel indexes all DOHMH-licensed child care programs from NYC Open Data, updated regularly.

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NYC Licensed Child Care Program Types

DOHMH licenses several types of child care in NYC, each with different size, staffing, and safety requirements.

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Day Care Centers (Article 47)

Licensed centers serving 7+ children, typically in commercial or institutional buildings. Subject to annual DOHMH inspection.

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Group Family Day Care

Home-based programs serving 7–12 children. Must be licensed and inspected by DOHMH annually.

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Family Day Care

Smaller home-based programs serving 3–6 children. Licensed and regulated by DOHMH.

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School-Age Child Care (SACC)

Before and after-school programs for school-age children. Regulated separately with different staffing ratios.

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Enter Any NYC Address

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See all licensed programs near that address with compliance status, inspection dates, and capacity.

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Check violation history, inspection frequency, and compliance record before choosing a program for your child.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find licensed child care near me in NYC?
Download NYC Intel (free, no account). Enter any NYC address and tap Child Care Programs to see all DOHMH-licensed programs nearby, with compliance status, inspection history, and program type.
What types of child care does NYC DOHMH license?
DOHMH licenses Day Care Centers (Article 47), Group Family Day Care homes, Family Day Care homes, and School-Age Child Care (SACC) programs. Each has different size, staffing, and inspection requirements.
How do I check if a NYC daycare has violations?
Download NYC Intel (free, no account) and enter any address. Tap Child Care Programs to see violation history and compliance status for all licensed programs near that location.
Are NYC daycare inspection records public?
Yes. DOHMH child care inspection records are public records available through NYC Open Data. NYC Intel makes them searchable by address without any download.
How often does DOHMH inspect NYC daycares?
DOHMH typically inspects licensed Day Care Centers and Group Family Day Care homes annually, or more frequently if violations are found. Inspection frequency and last inspection date are visible in NYC Intel.

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