New York State regulations keep us focused on better health and safety standards for the children we care for.

As a general rule, any day care program planning to serve three or more children for more than three hours a day on a regular basis must obtain a license or registration certificate. To obtain this certificate, the applicant must show that the day care program meets requirements that the state has established to help ensure the health and safety of children in care.

To view current New York State Office of Children & Family Services Family or Group Family Child Care Regulations, click on the links below.

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In addition to the links below, there are several Family and Group Family Day Care videos available to view online.