Nature's Nest Childcare
Buffalo, NY 14216 · takes infants · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Le3 is a licensed child care center in Kenmore, New York. The state has licensed it since June 30, 2022, for up to 61 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, drop-in care and full-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists daily tuition from $10 to $60.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff | Qualified Directors, teachers, and support staff; background checks; regular training |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Discounts | LE3 Referral Program - $100 tuition credit for referring a family |
| Licensed capacity | 61 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Le3 lists daily tuition from $10 to $60. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Erie County has a median price of $289 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School - 4:00 pm Pick up | $24 |
| After School - 6:00 pm Pick up | $40 |
| Before School Rate | $10 |
| Early Dismissal | $60 |
| non-refundable registration fee of $100 per family | $100 |
| Break Camp - half day until 1:00 pm | $60 a day |
| Break Camp - full day, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm | $75 a day |
| Camp Cranium Program (July - August) summer rate | $75 a day |
State record
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 19 visits · 11 rules in all
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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418-1.15(c)(34) The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation showing inspection and approval of any steam or hot water boilers performed in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Labor and service performed once every 24 months during the current license period on all other fuel burning heating systems and equipment and boilers not subject to the New York State Department of Labor requirements;
418-1.15(c)(31) The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation from service personnel licensed by the New York State Department of State to perform fire alarm systems maintenance, repair and testing which shows that the fire alarm and detection systems have been inspected, tested and maintained during the current license period in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
418-1.3(o) All buildings used for day care centers must remain in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State or other applicable fire and building codes when the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State is not applicable.
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
418-1.3(o)(2) Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.
418-1.15(c)(33) The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: documentation from the local government authority having jurisdiction for determining compliance with the Fire and Building Code of New York State showing that the facility has been inspected and approved once every 12 months during the current license period for compliance with the applicable fire safety provisions of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
418-1.5(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.
418-1.3(o)(2) Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.
418-1.3(h) Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.
418-1.12(w) 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.
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.
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.
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FAQ
Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 30, 2022.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 9 of 19 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.
61, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Daily tuition from $10 to $60, as it lists it.
(716) 444-1481.
855 Englewood, Kenmore, NY 14223. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA Buffalo Niagara, 0.3 miles away.