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Big Bird's Playhouse
- licensed capacity
- 47
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 1999
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About
About Big Bird's Playhouse
Big Bird's Playhouse is a school-age program in Staten Island, New York. It is registered with the state (since April 29, 1999), for up to 47 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals provided
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- School-age program
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 47 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Arts & crafts lessons, music, outdoor games, afternoon projects, story time |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| More | Founded 1991 |
| Licensed capacity | 47 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Big Bird's Playhouse
License
- Status
- Registered with the state and operating
- License type
- Registered School Age Child Care
- Capacity
- 47 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 1999
- License number
- #73845
- Also at this site
- Facility #DC11123: Child care center
- Facility #DC14480: Child care center
- Facility #DC913: Child care center
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 12 visits · 6 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Other rules 1
For comparison: 79% of New York daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 4.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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- Apr 1, 2026InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
- Mar 4, 2026InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
Feb 26, 2026Complaint investigationFacility #738451 rule cited
414.3(l) All buildings used for school-age child care programs must remain in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State or other applicable fire and building codes when the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State is not applicable.
- Jan 23, 2026InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
Nov 25, 2025InspectionFacility #738451 rule cited
414.15(b)(12)(iv) The school age child care program must report to the Office: immediately upon learning of any other change that would place the school age child care program out of compliance with applicable regulations;
Jun 17, 2025InspectionFacility #738453 rules cited
414.15(b)(25) When a school age child care program is located in a multi-use building, those portions of the building designated for the care of children must be used exclusively for child day care during the hours that children are present.
414.15(a)(4) The provisions specified on the registration are binding and the school-age child care program must operate in compliance with the terms of the registration. 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 school-age child care program at any one time.
414.15(a)(1)(ii) Each school age child care program must operate in compliance with the regulations of the Office and all other applicable laws and regulations.
- Mar 12, 2025InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
- Sep 27, 2024InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
- Jul 24, 2024InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
- May 29, 2024InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
Show 2 earlier visits
- Apr 9, 2024InspectionFacility #73845No rules cited
Jan 5, 2024InspectionFacility #738451 rule cited
414.11(b)(6) The initial medical statement for staff and volunteers must include the results of a Mantoux tuberculin test or other federally approved tuberculin test performed within the 12 months preceding the date of the application.
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FAQ
Questions about Big Bird's Playhouse
Is Big Bird's Playhouse licensed?
Yes. Big Bird's Playhouse is registered with the state and operating, first licensed April 29, 1999. This is how New York authorizes this type of child care.
When was Big Bird's Playhouse last inspected?
New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on April 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Big Bird's Playhouse had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 12 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 79% of New York daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 4. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Big Bird's Playhouse care for?
47, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Big Bird's Playhouse's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Big Bird's Playhouse cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (718) 982-0550 to ask.
What is Big Bird's Playhouse's phone number?
(718) 982-0550.
Where is Big Bird's Playhouse?
1859 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10314. The nearest other daycare we list is 1869 Richmond Avenue Holdings, under 0.1 miles away.