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Future Leaders Childcare

5952 Route 25a, Wading River, NY 117924.9· 52 reviews
licensed capacity
154
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$325
year first licensed
2021

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About Future Leaders Childcare

Future Leaders Childcare is a licensed child care center in Wading River, New York. The state has licensed it since June 10, 2021, for up to 154 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campSecure entry

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
154 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Today's Hours: 6:30am - 5:30pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumLife Essentials
EnrichmentAmerican Sign Language classes weekly
StaffAll educators must meet or exceed state requirements, including background clearance, education qualifications, professional development
SafetySecure entrance
MoreFounded 2002
Licensed capacity154 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Future Leaders Childcare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Suffolk County has a median price of $325 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Suffolk County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$325
Home daycare$300

Toddler

Center$300
Home daycare$290

Preschool

Center$293
Home daycare$275

School age

Center$250
Home daycare$250

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Future Leaders Childcare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Day Care Center
Capacity
154 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2021
License number
#874179
See the state's record

Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 4 of 8 visits · 8 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Supervision and ratios 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, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(a) Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Apr 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 1, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(c)(1) Each staff person and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required thirty (30) hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions: Fifteen (15) of the required thirty (30) hours of training must be obtained during the person's first six months at the program.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(b) 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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(v) All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, cleaning materials, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers. Such materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.

      Corrected during the visit

  5. May 1, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(c)(1) The licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all staff and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program's health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:

    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(b)(1)(ii) Staff and volunteers must each submit a medical statement on forms furnished by the Office or an approved equivalent from a health care provider: before such person has any involvement in child care work.

    • Supervision and ratios

      418-1.8(n) The use of any type of personal electronic media device for social or entertainment purposes, including but not limited to, listening to music on headphones, playing screen games, surfing the internet, sending e-mails, or making personal calls while supervising children is prohibited. The use of mobile phones is permitted as necessary to promote the children's safety and ensuring the orderly operation of the program.

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Nov 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jul 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 14, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(f)(21) In the case of medication that needs to be given on an ongoing, long-term basis, the authorization and consent forms for children under the age of 5 years of age must be reauthorized at least once every six months. Any changes in the medication authorization related to dosage, time or frequency of administration shall require a program to obtain new instructions written by the licensed authorized prescriber. All other changes to the original medication authorization require a change in the prescription.

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 Future Leaders Childcare

Is Future Leaders Childcare licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 10, 2021.

When was Future Leaders Childcare last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Future Leaders Childcare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 8 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 Future Leaders Childcare care for?

154, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

What are Future Leaders Childcare's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Future Leaders Childcare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (631) 929-4800 to ask.

What is Future Leaders Childcare's phone number?

(631) 929-4800.

Where is Future Leaders Childcare?

5952 Route 25a, Wading River, NY 11792. The nearest other daycare we list is Terri Montenegro Day Care, 0.6 miles away.

Sources: New York State Office of Children and Family Services (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).