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Jacqueline Cruz Castro

New York, NY 10031 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families5.0· 4 reviews
licensed capacity
16
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2010

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About Jacqueline Cruz Castro

Jacqueline Cruz Castro is a licensed group home daycare in New York, New York. The state has licensed it since June 15, 2010, for up to 16 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 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 24 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 15 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
Closed today
Licensed capacity
16 children

Hours

Hours

Monday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

SettingGroup child care homeFrom the state license
MoreFounded 2010
Licensed capacity16 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Jacqueline Cruz Castro

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Group Family Day Care
Capacity
16 children
First licensed
2010
License number
#451719
Also at this site
Facility #698060: Group child care home
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Summary

24 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 15 of 24 visits · 22 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 9
  • Background checks 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Food and nutrition 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. Jul 21, 2026InspectionFacility #698060No rules cited
  2. Jul 15, 2026InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.15(c)(6) The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

  3. Apr 9, 2026InspectionFacility #6980601 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.15(c)(6) The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

  4. Apr 9, 2026InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      416.14(o) The caregiver(s) who holds the valid certification in CPR and First Aid must have their certification available for review during their working hours at the program on file.

  5. Jan 20, 2026InspectionFacility #698060No rules cited
  6. Jan 14, 2026InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.11(a)(1) No child may be accepted for care in a child care program unless the program has been furnished with a written statement signed by a health care provider verifying that the child is able to participate in child care and currently appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases. A child's medical statement must have been completed within the 12 months preceding the date of enrollment.

  7. Nov 6, 2025InspectionFacility #698060No rules cited
  8. Oct 20, 2025InspectionFacility #451719No rules cited
  9. Aug 8, 2025InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.11(h)(5)(i) A written Individual Health Care Plan must be developed for the child;

  10. Jul 29, 2025InspectionFacility #6980601 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.15(c)(6) The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

Show 14 earlier visits
  1. May 7, 2025InspectionFacility #698060No rules cited
  2. May 7, 2025InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.11(b)(13) Caregivers must be aware of each child's special health care needs identified in the child's individual health care plan. This includes, but is not limited to, allergies, disabilities and medical conditions.

  3. Apr 10, 2025InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  4. Jan 22, 2025InspectionFacility #6980602 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;

    • Health, medication and illness

      416.8(i) In other than emergency situations such as illness or accident, parents must be notified in writing 2 weeks prior to any long-term absence of the provider. This notice must include specific start and end dates of the absence and who will be taking the provider's place in the day care program.

  5. Jan 16, 2025InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      416.5(b)(4) Each program must hold two shelter-in-place drills annually during which procedures and supplies are reviewed. Parents must be made aware of this drill in advance.

  6. Nov 7, 2024InspectionFacility #698060No rules cited
  7. Oct 30, 2024InspectionFacility #451719No rules cited
  8. Sep 3, 2024InspectionFacility #698060No rules cited
  9. Jul 23, 2024InspectionFacility #6980603 rules cited
    • 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) Renewal. 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:

    • Health, medication and illness

      416.2(a)(15) Applicants for a license must submit to the Office: a health care plan developed in accordance with requirements of section 416.11(c); and

  10. Jul 10, 2024InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      416.12(n) The program must obtain a written statement, from the parent of each infant in care, setting forth the breast milk, formula and feeding schedule instructions for the infant and must be updated as changes are made.

  11. Apr 23, 2024InspectionFacility #4517191 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      416.15(c)(6) The program must maintain on file at the group family day care home, available for inspection children's individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child's medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by caregivers; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

  12. Apr 8, 2024InspectionFacility #698060No rules cited
  13. Mar 13, 2024InspectionFacility #6980604 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

    • Background checks

      416.2(a)(5) Applicants for a license must submit to the Office: sworn statements by the provider, assistant(s), substitutes and any person 18 years of age or older who resides in the proposed group family day care home indicating whether, to the best of their knowledge, they have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or a felony in New York State or any other jurisdiction, and fingerprint images as required pursuant to section 413.4 of this Article;

  14. Mar 5, 2024InspectionFacility #4517192 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      416.5(v) Operating carbon monoxide detectors must be used in all group family day care homes when required, and located in areas of the home in accordance with applicable laws.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazards

      416.4(c) There must be an operational smoke detector on each floor of the home.

      Corrected during the visit

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 Jacqueline Cruz Castro

Is Jacqueline Cruz Castro licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 15, 2010.

When was Jacqueline Cruz Castro last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 24 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Jacqueline Cruz Castro had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 15 of 24 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 Jacqueline Cruz Castro care for?

16, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Jacqueline Cruz Castro's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Jacqueline Cruz Castro cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (212) 281-0713 to ask.

What is Jacqueline Cruz Castro's phone number?

(212) 281-0713.

Where is Jacqueline Cruz Castro?

New York, NY 10031. 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).