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Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare

31902 Route 3, Carthage, NY 136194.1· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
89
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$247
year first licensed
2006

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About Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare

Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare is a licensed child care center in Carthage, New York. The state has licensed it since May 19, 2006, for up to 89 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 6 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
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
89 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, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity89 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Jefferson County has a median price of $247 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.
Jefferson County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$247
Home daycare$190

Toddler

Center$230
Home daycare$180

Preschool

Center$200
Home daycare$175

School age

Center$194
Home daycare$175

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 Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Day Care Center
Capacity
89 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2006
License number
#252540
See the state's record

Summary

13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 13 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Safety and hazards 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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  1. Aug 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 2, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.15(c)(6) 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: 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 child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleep

      418-1.7(o) Other than for school age children, sleeping and napping arrangements must be made in writing between the parent and the program. Such arrangements shall include: the area of the program where the child will nap; whether the child will nap on a cot, mat, bed or a crib; and how the napping child will be supervised, consistent with the requirements of section 418-1.8 of this Subpart.

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Aug 4, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.15(c)(6) 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: 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 child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Jul 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      418-1.15(c)(5) 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: daily attendance records, which must be filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Jun 18, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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

  7. Apr 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Oct 30, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.15(c)(6) 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: 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 child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;

      Corrected during the visit

  10. Jun 4, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(i)(2) Staff and volunteers must ensure that children thoroughly wash their hands or assist children with thoroughly washing their hands with soap and running water when they are dirty, after toileting, before and after food handling or eating, after handling pets or other animals, after contact with any bodily secretion or fluid, and after coming in from outdoors.

    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(h)(2) The program must be equipped with a portable first aid kit which is accessible for emergency treatment. The first aid kit must be stocked to treat a broad range of injuries and situations and must be restocked as necessary. The first aid kit and any other first aid supplies must be kept in a clean, covered container or cabinet inaccessible to children.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(b)(1)(ii) Staff and volunteers must each submit a medical statement on forms furnished by the Office or an approved equivalent from a health care provider: before such person has any involvement in child care work.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.5(aa) The following items must be used and stored in such a manner that they are not accessible to children: handbags, backpacks or briefcases belonging to adults; plastic bags; and toys and objects small enough for young children to swallow.

      Corrected during the visit

Show 4 earlier visits
  1. Apr 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 5, 2023InspectionNo 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 Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare

Is Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed May 19, 2006.

When was Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 6 of 13 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 Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare care for?

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

What are Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare's hours?

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

How much does Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (315) 773-7298 to ask.

What is Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare's phone number?

(315) 773-7298.

Where is Natasha's Kiddie Shack Daycare?

31902 Route 3, Carthage, NY 13619. The nearest other daycare we list is Watertown Family YMCA, 1.5 miles away.

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