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Living Waters Child Care II

299 Norton Street, Rochester, NY 146211.9· 21 reviews
licensed capacity
86
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$289
year first licensed
2011

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About Living Waters Child Care II

Living Waters Child Care II is a licensed child care center in Rochester, New York. The state has licensed it since June 23, 2011, for up to 86 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
86 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity86 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Living Waters Child Care II has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Monroe County has a median price of $289 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.
Monroe County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$289
Home daycare$200

Toddler

Center$275
Home daycare$200

Preschool

Center$255
Home daycare$198

School age

Center$215
Home daycare$180

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 Living Waters Child Care II

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Day Care Center
Capacity
86 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2011
License number
#475398
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 25, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 23 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Background checks 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Health, medication and illness 2

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. Sep 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 28, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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. (not corrected)

    • Background checks

      418-1.13(c) If an applicant discloses in the sworn statement furnished in accordance with section 418-1.13(b)(3) that he or she has been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony, the child day care center must inform the Office and provide a copy of the statement to the Office so the Office may take appropriate action in conformance with the provisions of section 413.4 of this Title. (not corrected)

    • Background checks

      418-1.13(b)(1) Child day care centers must review and evaluate the backgrounds of all applicants for staff and volunteer positions. All applicants whose backgrounds must be checked are required to provide the following: a statement or summary of the applicant's employment history including, but not limited to, any relevant child-caring experience; (not corrected)

    • Background checks

      418-1.13(b) Child day care centers must review and evaluate the backgrounds of all applicants for staff and volunteer positions. All applicants whose backgrounds must be checked are required to provide the following: (not corrected)

    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.13(a) Staff members must be qualified by training and experience to carry out their respective functions in the administration, operation and maintenance of the child day care center. (not corrected)

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.4(f) Adequate means of egress must be provided. Children may be cared for only on such floors as are provided with readily accessible alternate means of egress to other floors, in the case of fire-resistant buildings, and to the outside in the case of non-fire-resistant buildings.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.4(b)(4) The program must maintain on file a record of each evacuation drill conducted, using forms furnished by the Office or approved equivalents. (not corrected)

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.4(b)(1) Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center. (not corrected)

  3. Jul 10, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(c)(2) Each staff person and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required thirty (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 418-1.14(d).

    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.13(g)(3)(i) To be qualified as a group teacher for an infant or toddler class, a person must possess either: an Associate's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field; and one year of experience related to caring for infants and toddlers; or (not corrected)

    • Food and nutrition

      418-1.12(x) Where infant formula is required, such formula may be prepared and provided by the parent, or by a qualified, designated staff person when agreed to in writing by the parent.

    • Food and nutrition

      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.

    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(h)(5)(i) A written Individual Health Care Plan must be developed for the child;

    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(a)(3) The program must keep documentation of immunizations the child has received to date, in accordance with New York State Public Health Law.

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(w) Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product's use or the program's health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning 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

    • Safety and hazards

      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.

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.4(h) The director or a designated qualified staff member must conduct monthly inspections of the premises to observe possible fire or safety hazards. Any such hazard must be corrected immediately. (not corrected)

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.4(b)(4) The program must maintain on file a record of each evacuation drill conducted, using forms furnished by the Office or approved equivalents. (not corrected)

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.3(h) Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.

  4. Mar 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Dec 27, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.3(o)(2) Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.

  6. Dec 9, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(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.

    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.13(g)(3)(i) To be qualified as a group teacher for an infant or toddler class, a person must possess either: an Associate's degree in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field; and one year of experience related to caring for infants and toddlers; or (not corrected)

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(t) Operating carbon monoxide detectors and alarms must be located in accordance with applicable laws.

      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 Living Waters Child Care II

Is Living Waters Child Care II licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 23, 2011.

When was Living Waters Child Care II last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on September 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Living Waters Child Care II had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 4 of 6 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 Living Waters Child Care II care for?

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

What are Living Waters Child Care II's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Living Waters Child Care II cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (585) 338-7979 to ask.

What is Living Waters Child Care II's phone number?

(585) 338-7979.

Where is Living Waters Child Care II?

299 Norton Street, Rochester, NY 14621. The nearest other daycare we list is Youth Empowerment Zone, 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).