The Learning Experience Queens Jamaica
148-02 Archer Avenue, Queens, NY
3.0· 4 reviews
Jenice Polanco
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $250
- year first licensed
- 2019
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About
About Jenice Polanco
Jenice Polanco is a licensed group home daycare in Jamaica, New York. The state has licensed it since October 2, 2019, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 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 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Jenice Polanco has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a home daycare in Queens County has a median price of $250 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.
Infant
Center$300
Home daycare$250
Toddler
Center$277
Home daycare$220
Preschool
Center$259
Home daycare$200
School age
Center$225
Home daycare$190
State record
Inspection reports for Jenice Polanco
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Group Family Day Care
- Capacity
- 12 children
- First licensed
- 2019
- License number
- #850611
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 4 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
416.8(g)(1) When the provider is absent for 3 or fewer consecutive days, the Office does not need to be notified in advance; however the program must keep a written record of the caregiver present in place of the absent provider.
Corrected during the visit
Mar 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
416.4(h)(4) All paths of egress on the interior and exterior of the home, including corridors, aisles and approaches must be kept free of obstructions, impediments and debris at all times.
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 15, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
416.5(s)(1) Every closet door latch that is accessible to children must be constructed to enable children to open the door from inside the closet.
Corrected during the visit
416.3(b) Rooms that will be used by the children must be well-lighted and well-ventilated. Heating, ventilating and lighting equipment must be adequate for the protection of the health of the children.
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Jenice Polanco
Is Jenice Polanco licensed?
Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed October 2, 2019.
When was Jenice Polanco last inspected?
New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on July 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Jenice Polanco had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 7 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 Jenice Polanco care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Jenice Polanco's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Jenice Polanco cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (347) 752-6266 to ask.
What is Jenice Polanco's phone number?
(347) 752-6266.
Where is Jenice Polanco?
Jamaica, NY 11435. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.