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Esmeralda Merveille

Brooklyn, NY 11236 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
16
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2020

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About Esmeralda Merveille

Esmeralda Merveille is a licensed group home daycare in Brooklyn, New York. The state has licensed it since January 31, 2020, for up to 16 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Group home daycare
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Hours today
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Licensed capacity
16 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

SettingGroup child care homeFrom the state license
Licensed capacity16 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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State record

Inspection reports for Esmeralda Merveille

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Group Family Day Care
Capacity
16 children
First licensed
2020
License number
#858560
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Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 10 visits · 20 rules in all

  • Background checks 5
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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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  1. Aug 7, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      416.15(c)(18) The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: the napping agreement for each child in care;

    • Health, medication and illness

      416.11(h)(1)(i) The caregivers also must: obtain written consent at the time of admission from the parent which authorizes the provider or other caregivers to obtain emergency health care for the child;

    • Health, medication and illness

      416.11(a)(7) With the exception of children meeting the criteria of section 416.11(a)(6), children enrolled in child day care must remain current with their immunizations in accordance with the current schedule for required immunizations established in the New York Public Health Law.

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Jun 12, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.11(a)(7) With the exception of children meeting the criteria of section 416.11(a)(6), children enrolled in child day care must remain current with their immunizations in accordance with the current schedule for required immunizations established in the New York Public Health Law.

  3. Mar 18, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      416.15(c)(13) The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection: a daily schedule documenting the arrival and departure times of each caregiver, employees and volunteers;

    • Staff training and qualifications

      416.14(m) All child care programs must have at least one caregiver who holds a valid certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid on the premises of the child care program during the program's operating hours.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      416.14(c) Each employee and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions:

  4. Dec 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      416.4(b)(4) The licensee must maintain on file a record of each evacuation drill conducted, using forms provided by the Office or approved equivalents.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      416.3(h) Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.

  5. May 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Feb 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      416.4(b)(1) Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during the hours of operation of the group family day care home.

  7. Sep 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      416.7(l) Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the home where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 416.8 of this Part.

  9. Feb 22, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Background checks

      416.15(b)(19)(ii) Within five days of a household member turning eighteen (18) years of age or a person eighteen (18) years of age or older beginning to live in the residence, the program must: submit the forms necessary to check the register of substantiated category one cases of abuse or neglect maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of Persons with Special Needs pursuant to Section 495 of the Social Services Law; and

    • Background checks

      416.15(b)(19)(i) Within five days of a household member turning eighteen (18) years of age or a person eighteen (18) years of age or older beginning to live in the residence, the program must: submit the State Central Register of Child Abuse And Maltreatment database check forms necessary to complete required screening by the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment to determine if the person is the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment; and

    • Staff training and qualifications

      416.14(c) Each employee and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required 30 hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions:

    • Health, medication and illness

      416.11(b)(7)(i) Such medical statement must be completed before the person begins to reside in the child care home, and must be dated within 12 months preceding the date of the application or the date the person takes up residency at the home and must state that the person has no health conditions which would endanger the health of children receiving day care in the home.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      416.2(d)(7) Applicants for renewal of a license must submit to the Office at least 60 days in advance of the expiration date of the license the following: proof of compliance with the training requirements of section 416.14 of this Part; and

    • Other rules

      416.2(d)(1) Applicants for renewal of a license must submit: a completed application for renewal, including required attestations, on forms furnished by the Office or approved equivalents. Such application and attestations must include an agreement by the applicant to operate the group family day care home in conformity with applicable laws and regulations;

  10. Jan 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      416.15(b)(19)(iii) Within five days of a household member turning eighteen (18) years of age or a person eighteen (18) years of age or older beginning to live in the residence, the program must: submit the necessary fingerprint image necessary to complete the criminal history review required pursuant to section 413.4 of this Article.

    • Background checks

      416.15(b)(19)(ii) Within five days of a household member turning eighteen (18) years of age or a person eighteen (18) years of age or older beginning to live in the residence, the program must: submit the forms necessary to check the register of substantiated category one cases of abuse or neglect maintained by the Justice Center for the Protection of Persons with Special Needs pursuant to Section 495 of the Social Services Law; and

    • Background checks

      416.15(b)(19)(i) Within five days of a household member turning eighteen (18) years of age or a person eighteen (18) years of age or older beginning to live in the residence, the program must: submit the State Central Register of Child Abuse And Maltreatment database check forms necessary to complete required screening by the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment to determine if the person is the subject of an indicated report of child abuse or maltreatment; and

Copied from New York State Office of Children and Family Services on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Esmeralda Merveille

Is Esmeralda Merveille licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed January 31, 2020.

When was Esmeralda Merveille last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Esmeralda Merveille had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 8 of 10 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 Esmeralda Merveille care for?

16, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Esmeralda Merveille's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Esmeralda Merveille cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (347) 898-5407 to ask.

What is Esmeralda Merveille's phone number?

(347) 898-5407.

Where is Esmeralda Merveille?

Brooklyn, NY 11236. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

Sources: New York State Office of Children and Family Services (license and visits).