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Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42

71 Hester Street, New York, NY 10002
licensed capacity
124
year first licensed
2001

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About Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42

Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42 is a school-age program in New York, New York. It is registered with the state (since April 16, 2001), for up to 124 children, serving school-age children.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-age

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
School-age program
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Not listed
Licensed capacity
124 children

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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity124 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42

License

Status
Registered with the state and operating
License type
Registered School Age Child Care
Capacity
124 children
Ages
School-age children
First licensed
2001
License number
#73423
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 15, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 11 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Records and paperwork 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. Jan 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      414.14(c)(2) Each staff person 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: A minimum of five (5) hours of Office approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 414.14(d).

  2. Nov 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      414.15(c)(11) The program must maintain on file at the program, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: personnel information including a list of all staff with job assignments and schedules; each staff and volunteer's final and, if applicable, provisional criminal history review and background check approval letter(s); staff resumes; medical statement; acceptable references and other information required by section 414.13 of this Part;

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

  3. Aug 14, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      414.3(k) Adequate and safe water supply and sewage facilities must be provided and must comply with State and local laws. Hot and cold running water must be available and accessible at all times.

  5. Mar 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      414.14(c)(2) Each staff person 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: A minimum of five (5) hours of Office approved training must be obtained each year which addresses topics or subject matters set forth in 414.14(d).

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      414.3(k) Adequate and safe water supply and sewage facilities must be provided and must comply with State and local laws. Hot and cold running water must be available and accessible at all times.

  6. Jan 7, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      414.3(l)(2) Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.

  7. Apr 11, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      414.3(g) Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.

  8. Mar 4, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      414.3(g) Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.

  9. Nov 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited

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 Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42

Is Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42 licensed?

Yes. Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42 is registered with the state and operating, first licensed April 16, 2001. This is how New York authorizes this type of child care.

When was Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42 last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on January 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 7 of 9 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 Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42 care for?

124, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

What are Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42's hours?

Its hours are not listed. Call (212) 571-1840 to confirm.

How much does Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (212) 571-1840 to ask.

What is Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42's phone number?

(212) 571-1840.

Where is Immigrant Social Services @P.S. 42?

71 Hester Street, New York, NY 10002. The nearest other daycare we list is Victoria Children's Center, 0.1 miles away.

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