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Learning Ladder Child Care Center

18 N. Route 9w, West Haverstraw, NY 109935.0· 8 reviews
licensed capacity
86
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$325
year first licensed
2012

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About Learning Ladder Child Care Center

Learning Ladder Child Care Center is a licensed child care center in West Haverstraw, New York. The state has licensed it since February 2, 2012, for up to 86 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campSecure entry

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 2 months to 12 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
86 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 2 months to 12 years old
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
Class sizePurple Room (Infants) 2-18 Months Old | Class Size: 8
StaffHead teachers highly trained in early childhood development; remaining staff obtain mandatory requirements yearly
Daily lifePotty training: Helps families during potty training time
SafetyDoors locked at all times; security code to enter the building, Outdoor playground
Licensed capacity86 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Learning Ladder Child Care Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Rockland 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.
Rockland 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 Learning Ladder Child Care Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Day Care Center
Capacity
86 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2012
License number
#551131
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 9 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • 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. Jul 23, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. May 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Feb 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Sep 2, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Feb 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.3(n) 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.

  8. Nov 4, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      418-1.8(k)(5)(i) for 4-year-old children: there must be one teacher for every eight children;

      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

    • Records and paperwork

      413.3(g)(3)(i) The Office shall require the child day care program to immediately post upon receipt, in a prominent place at the program that is visible to parents, a copy of the most recent compliance history report issued to the program by the Office.

  9. Mar 12, 2024InspectionNo 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 Learning Ladder Child Care Center

Is Learning Ladder Child Care Center licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 2, 2012.

When was Learning Ladder Child Care Center last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Learning Ladder Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 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 Learning Ladder Child Care Center care for?

86, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

What are Learning Ladder Child Care Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Learning Ladder Child Care Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (845) 429-3108 to ask.

What is Learning Ladder Child Care Center's phone number?

(845) 429-3108.

Where is Learning Ladder Child Care Center?

18 N. Route 9w, West Haverstraw, NY 10993. The nearest other daycare we list is The Jan & Niles Davies Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.

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