New York ChildcareLicensing Requirements
Stay compliant with New York OCFS Regulations regulations. Bloomily helps New York childcare centers manage staff ratios, certifications, and emergency drills — all in one platform.
Staff-to-Child Ratios
Required ratios for New York licensed childcare facilities
| Age Group | Staff : Children | Max Group Size |
|---|---|---|
Infants (0-12 months) | 1:4 | 8 children |
infant_6m | 1:4 | 8 children |
toddler | 1:5 | 10 children |
toddler_18m | 1:6 | 12 children |
twos | 1:6 | 12 children |
threes | 1:7 | 14 children |
fours | 1:8 | 16 children |
fives | 1:9 | 18 children |
School Age (5+ years) | 1:10 | 20 children |
Bloomily automatically monitors staff-to-child ratios in real-time and alerts you when you're approaching limits.
Required Certifications
Certifications required for New York childcare staff
Annual Training (30 hours)
New York 30-hour annual training requirement
Background Check (SCR/CBC)
New York Statewide Central Register and Criminal Background Check
Epinephrine Administration Training
Training for epinephrine auto-injector administration
First Aid
First Aid certification
Health Assessment
Physical examination for child care workers
Mandated Reporter Training
California mandated reporter training for child abuse
Mandated Reporter Training
New York State mandated reporter training
MAT Certification
Medication Administration Training for child care providers
Pediatric CPR
CPR certification for infants and children
Bloomily tracks certification expiration dates and sends automated renewal reminders before they lapse.
Emergency Drill Requirements
Required safety drills for New York childcare facilities
Required Drills
Fire Drill
Monthly fire drills required
Ref: 418-1.12
Lockdown/Security
Lockdown drills required
Ref: 418-1.12
Shelter in Place
Quarterly shelter-in-place drills required
Ref: 418-1.12
Recommended Drills
Evacuation
Evacuation drills recommended
Bloomily automatically schedules drills and tracks completion to ensure you never miss a requirement.
Pre-Inspection Checklist
45 items based on New York OCFS Regulations requirements
License displayed conspicuously
Ref: 418-1.1
Enrollment within licensed capacity
Ref: 418-1.1
Written policies and procedures available
Ref: 418-1.5
Parent handbook distributed
Ref: 418-1.5
Incident/injury reporting procedures in place
Ref: 418-1.5
Indoor space minimum (35 sq ft per child)
Ref: 418-1.6
Outdoor space minimum (75 sq ft per child)
Ref: 418-1.6
Adequate heating and ventilation
Ref: 418-1.6
Lighting adequate in all areas
Ref: 418-1.6
Toilet facilities clean and accessible
Ref: 418-1.6
Handwashing sinks available
Ref: 418-1.6
Safe drinking water available
Ref: 418-1.6
Rest area/equipment for napping
Ref: 418-1.6
Daily health observation performed
Ref: 418-1.11
Handwashing procedures implemented
Ref: 418-1.11
Diapering procedures followed
Ref: 418-1.11
Medication administration policy
Ref: 418-1.11
First aid kit properly stocked
Ref: 418-1.11
Emergency evacuation plan posted
Ref: 418-1.12
Fire drills conducted monthly
Ref: 418-1.12
Shelter-in-place drills conducted
Ref: 418-1.12
Smoke/carbon monoxide detectors working
Ref: 418-1.12
Fire extinguishers inspected
Ref: 418-1.12
Hazardous materials secured
Ref: 418-1.12
Outdoor equipment safe and maintained
Ref: 418-1.12
Staff-to-child ratios maintained
Ref: 418-1.8
Children supervised at all times
Ref: 418-1.8
Sign-in/out procedures followed
Ref: 418-1.8
Release only to authorized persons
Ref: 418-1.8
Background checks completed (SCR/CBC)
Ref: 418-1.13
Director meets qualifications
Ref: 418-1.13
Staff credentials on file
Ref: 418-1.13
CPR/First Aid certification current
Ref: 418-1.13
Annual training completed (30 hrs)
Ref: 418-1.13
Health statements for all staff
Ref: 418-1.13
Mandated reporter training completed
Ref: 418-1.13
Enrollment forms complete
Ref: 418-1.14
Emergency contact info current
Ref: 418-1.14
Immunization records on file
Ref: 418-1.14
Health exam records current
Ref: 418-1.14
Allergy/medical conditions documented
Ref: 418-1.14
Attendance records maintained
Ref: 418-1.14
Daily schedule posted
Ref: 418-1.9
Age-appropriate activities provided
Ref: 418-1.9
Outdoor play time included
Ref: 418-1.9
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Bloomily keeps your checklist updated, tracks staff certifications, and alerts you before items expire.
Nearby State Requirements
Requirements vary by state. Click to view specific licensing requirements.
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