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The David Foster Preschool Academy

72 Clarkson Ave., Brooklyn, NY 112265.0· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
16
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2015
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About The David Foster Preschool Academy

The David Foster Preschool Academy is a school-age program in Brooklyn, New York. It is registered with the state (since October 23, 2015), for up to 16 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

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

School-age

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
School-age program
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
16 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity16 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for The David Foster Preschool Academy

License

Status
Registered with the state and operating
License type
Registered School Age Child Care
Capacity
16 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2015
License number
#738654
Also at this site
Facility #DC18549: Child care center
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: no rules cited

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

  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Background checks 2
  • 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. Aug 4, 2026InspectionFacility #738654No rules cited
  2. Sep 10, 2025InspectionFacility #738654No rules cited
  3. Aug 22, 2025InspectionFacility #7386541 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      414.4(f)(2) All corridors, aisles, and approaches to exits must be kept unobstructed at all times.

  4. Jun 4, 2025InspectionFacility #7386541 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      414.15(c)(28) The program must maintain on file at the program, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: a copy of a certificate of insurance from an insurance company showing the intent to provide general liability insurance to the program upon registration and a copy of the insurance policy issued after licensure;

  5. Mar 12, 2024InspectionFacility #7386543 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      414.8(k)(1)(i) for a child of school-age through the age of nine years old: there must be one teacher for every ten children;

    • Supervision and ratios

      414.8(a) Children cannot be left without competent direct supervision at any time. Competent supervision includes awareness of and responsibility for the ongoing activity of each child. It requires that all children be within a teacher's range of vision and that the teacher be near enough to respond when redirection or intervention strategies are needed. Competent supervision must take into account the child's age emotional, physical, and cognitive development.

    • Background checks

      413.4(b)(1) all clearances required pursuant to subdivision (a) of this section; and

  6. Feb 6, 2024InspectionFacility #7386541 rule cited
    • Background checks

      413.4(b)(1) all clearances required pursuant to subdivision (a) of this section; and

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 The David Foster Preschool Academy

Is The David Foster Preschool Academy licensed?

Yes. The David Foster Preschool Academy is registered with the state and operating, first licensed October 23, 2015. This is how New York authorizes this type of child care.

When was The David Foster Preschool Academy last inspected?

New York State Office of Children and Family Services lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The David Foster Preschool Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 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 The David Foster Preschool Academy care for?

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

What are The David Foster Preschool Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The David Foster Preschool Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (718) 462-0776 to ask.

What is The David Foster Preschool Academy's phone number?

(718) 462-0776.

Where is The David Foster Preschool Academy?

72 Clarkson Ave., Brooklyn, NY 11226. The nearest other daycare we list is Samfely Corporation, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: New York State Office of Children and Family Services (license and visits).