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South Shore

1149 Newbridge Road, North Bellmore, NY 117104.7· 54 reviews
licensed capacity
60
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$300
year first licensed
2020

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About

About South Shore

South Shore is a licensed child care center in North Bellmore, New York. The state has licensed it since December 15, 2020, for up to 60 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.

New York State Office of Children and Family Services made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer camp

Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
60 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
Licensed capacity60 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

South Shore has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time toddler care at a child care center in Nassau 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.
Nassau 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 South Shore

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Licensed Day Care Center
Capacity
60 children
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2020
License number
#865560
See the state's record

Summary

15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 11 of 15 visits · 18 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 7
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 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. Sep 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.5(a) Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Jun 22, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.15(b)(12)(i) The child day care center must report to the Office: Immediately upon learning of a change that affects those portions of the building and property in which the program is operating or which are used for the children's egress in the case of emergency;

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.3(a)(2) Whenever change(s), addition(s) or expansion(s) are proposed which will affect, or reasonably may be expected to affect, those portions of the building designated for the care of children or for their egress in case of an emergency, the licensee must receive written approval from the Office prior to initiating such change(s), addition(s), or expansion(s).

  3. May 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.4(g) Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

      Corrected during the visit

  4. May 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.4(g) Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Feb 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. May 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Dec 4, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      418-1.15(c)(22) 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 health department or the New York State Department of Health showing that the facility has been approved in accordance with the requirements of the New York State Department of Health;

    • 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

    • 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.

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazards

      418-1.4(b)(2) When conducting evacuation drills the exit route must be varied to ensure that all approved means of egress are practiced.

      Corrected during the visit

  9. Oct 16, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      418-1.15(b)(14)(iv) The program must immediately notify the parent and Office upon learning of the following events involving a child which occurred while the child was in care at the program or was being transported by the program: serious condition,

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.3(d) A temperature of at least 68 degrees Fahrenheit must be maintained in all rooms to be occupied by children.

  10. Oct 4, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      418-1.15(b)(23) Upon termination or resignation of the director:

Show 5 earlier visits
  1. Sep 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • 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(f)(15) Prescription and over-the-counter medications must be kept in their original bottles or containers.

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.4(g) Trash, garbage and combustible materials must not be stored in the furnace room or in rooms or outdoor areas adjacent to the facility that are ordinarily occupied by or accessible to children.

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Jul 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 5, 2024Inspection1 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

  4. Feb 5, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • 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.

  5. Jan 26, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      418-1.15(b)(12)(i) The child day care center must report to the Office: Immediately upon learning of a change that affects those portions of the building and property in which the program is operating or which are used for the children's egress in the case of emergency;

    • 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.

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 South Shore

Is South Shore licensed?

Yes. New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 15, 2020.

When was South Shore last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.

Has South Shore had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 11 of 15 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 South Shore care for?

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

What are South Shore's hours?

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

How much does South Shore cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (516) 785-3311 to ask.

What is South Shore's phone number?

(516) 785-3311.

Where is South Shore?

1149 Newbridge Road, North Bellmore, NY 11710. The nearest other daycare we list is SCOPE Education Services, 0.3 miles away.

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