Little Hands Child Care Center

23 North Chestnut Street, New Paltz, NY 12561License
F

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

20 inspections on record

Active providers

License status: License

Last refreshed

April 3, 2026

Latest inspection

February 10, 2026

Provenance

New York licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 3, 2026

Provider
Little Hands Child Care Center
License number
480288
Location
23 North Chestnut Street, New Paltz, NY 12561
Status
License
Safety grade
F (Poor), score 3.8/100
Inspection record
20 inspections, last inspected February 10, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 3, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

F
Poor3.8 / 100
Health0/100
Safety0/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance25/100

65

Total Violations

Feb 10, 2026

Last Inspection

44

Capacity

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (65)

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE418-1.3(o)(2)Feb 10, 2026

Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(g)Feb 10, 2026

Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(r)Feb 10, 2026

An operable flashlight or battery powered lantern must be kept in each classroom. Such equipment must be properly maintained for use in the event of a power failure.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.12(w)Feb 10, 2026

The program must obtain a written statement from the parent of each infant in care setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(6)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(16)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the napping agreement for each child in care;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(34)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation showing inspection and approval of any steam or hot water boilers performed in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Labor and service performed once every 24 months during the current license period on all other fuel burning heating systems and equipment and boilers not subject to the New York State Department of Labor requirements;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(r)Feb 10, 2026

An operable flashlight or battery powered lantern must be kept in each classroom. Such equipment must be properly maintained for use in the event of a power failure.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(16)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the napping agreement for each child in care;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE418-1.3(o)(2)Feb 10, 2026

Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(g)Feb 10, 2026

Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.12(w)Feb 10, 2026

The program must obtain a written statement from the parent of each infant in care setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(6)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(34)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation showing inspection and approval of any steam or hot water boilers performed in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Labor and service performed once every 24 months during the current license period on all other fuel burning heating systems and equipment and boilers not subject to the New York State Department of Labor requirements;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE418-1.3(o)(2)Feb 10, 2026

Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(g)Feb 10, 2026

Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(r)Feb 10, 2026

An operable flashlight or battery powered lantern must be kept in each classroom. Such equipment must be properly maintained for use in the event of a power failure.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.12(w)Feb 10, 2026

The program must obtain a written statement from the parent of each infant in care setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(6)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(16)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the napping agreement for each child in care;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(34)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation showing inspection and approval of any steam or hot water boilers performed in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Labor and service performed once every 24 months during the current license period on all other fuel burning heating systems and equipment and boilers not subject to the New York State Department of Labor requirements;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE418-1.3(o)(2)Feb 10, 2026

Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(g)Feb 10, 2026

Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(r)Feb 10, 2026

An operable flashlight or battery powered lantern must be kept in each classroom. Such equipment must be properly maintained for use in the event of a power failure.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.12(w)Feb 10, 2026

The program must obtain a written statement from the parent of each infant in care setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(6)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(16)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the napping agreement for each child in care;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(34)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation showing inspection and approval of any steam or hot water boilers performed in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Labor and service performed once every 24 months during the current license period on all other fuel burning heating systems and equipment and boilers not subject to the New York State Department of Labor requirements;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSCOMPLIANCE418-1.3(o)(2)Feb 10, 2026

Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(g)Feb 10, 2026

Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(r)Feb 10, 2026

An operable flashlight or battery powered lantern must be kept in each classroom. Such equipment must be properly maintained for use in the event of a power failure.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.12(w)Feb 10, 2026

The program must obtain a written statement from the parent of each infant in care setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(6)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(16)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: the napping agreement for each child in care;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(c)(34)Feb 10, 2026

The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation showing inspection and approval of any steam or hot water boilers performed in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Labor and service performed once every 24 months during the current license period on all other fuel burning heating systems and equipment and boilers not subject to the New York State Department of Labor requirements;

Resolution: Not Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jan 14, 2025

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.11(a)(1)Jan 14, 2025

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.11(a)(1)Jan 14, 2025

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jan 14, 2025

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.11(a)(1)Jan 14, 2025

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jan 14, 2025

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.11(a)(1)Jan 14, 2025

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSHEALTH418-1.11(a)(1)Jan 14, 2025

No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jan 14, 2025

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jan 14, 2025

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(b)(4)Sep 11, 2024

Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(b)(1)Sep 11, 2024

Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(b)(4)Sep 11, 2024

Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(b)(4)Sep 11, 2024

Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(b)(1)Sep 11, 2024

Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(b)(4)Sep 11, 2024

Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(b)(1)Sep 11, 2024

Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.5(b)(4)Sep 11, 2024

Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(b)(1)Sep 11, 2024

Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.4(b)(1)Sep 11, 2024

Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(a)(4)Jun 20, 2024

The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jun 20, 2024

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(a)(4)Jun 20, 2024

The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(a)(4)Jun 20, 2024

The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jun 20, 2024

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(a)(4)Jun 20, 2024

The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jun 20, 2024

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSAFETY418-1.15(a)(4)Jun 20, 2024

The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jun 20, 2024

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

SERIOUSSTAFFING418-1.14(b)Jun 20, 2024

Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.

Resolution: Corrected

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Little Hands Child Care Center's safety grade?

Little Hands Child Care Center has a safety grade of F (Poor) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 3.8 out of 100.

How many violations does Little Hands Child Care Center have?

Little Hands Child Care Center has 65 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 65 serious, and 0 minor.

When was Little Hands Child Care Center last inspected?

Little Hands Child Care Center was last inspected on February 10, 2026.

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