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Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery

486 Townline Rd, Commack, NY 117254.7· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
122
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$300
year first licensed
1989

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About Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery

Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery is a licensed child care center in Commack, New York. The state has licensed it since July 22, 1989, for up to 122 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, part-time care, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Summer campMeals provided

Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 18 mo.-5 years of age
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
122 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “any hours between 7am-5:30pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 18 mo.-5 years of age
ProgramsFull-time care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyOutdoor playground
MoreFounded 1973
Licensed capacity122 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Suffolk County has a median price of $300 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.
Suffolk 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 Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Day Care Center
Capacity
122 children
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
1989
License number
#40377
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 9 visits · 6 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(r) An operable flashlight or battery powered lantern must be kept in each classroom. Such equipment must be properly maintained for use in the event of a power failure.

      Corrected during the visit

    • 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)

  2. Feb 17, 2026Inspection2 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.

    • Health, medication and illness

      418-1.11(c)(1) The licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all staff and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program's health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:

  3. Oct 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 30, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      418-1.14(c)(1) 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: Fifteen (15) of the required thirty (30) hours of training must be obtained during the person's first six months at the program.

  5. Apr 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 17, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      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

  7. Sep 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 4, 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 Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery

Is Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed July 22, 1989.

When was Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 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 Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery care for?

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

What are Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (631) 499-6498 to ask.

What is Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery's phone number?

(631) 499-6498.

Where is Pumpkin Patch Day Nursery?

486 Townline Rd, Commack, NY 11725. The nearest other daycare we list is Tutor Time Learning Centers, 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).