Child Care - Pre School
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Garden School Summer Program
Jackson Heights, NY
· Queens County
33-16 79 STREET,
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Quick Facts
Capacity
1066 children
Age range (listing information)
2 - 5; 4 - 16
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Subsidized Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care - Pre School
Active License
License Number
4625
License Holder
GARDEN SCHOOL
Active Through
Feb 4, 2028
Issued By
New York State Office of Children and Family Services
District Office
New York City Department of Health
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About the Provider
Garden School was founded in 1923 to meet the need for a high-quality, independent school in Queens. This mission remains unchanged as the faculty and administration work to offer the student body the best possible education in an atmosphere where both individual goals and those of the community are respected and nurtured.
At the center of Garden School is the curriculum. Yet the context in which that curriculum unfolds distinguishes us from other schools—the context of small classes in a small school; of freedom from bureaucracy; of carefully focused college counseling; of a professional and caring relationship among teachers, students, parents, and administrators; of a passionate dedication to education rather than to the politics of education; of a firm commitment to understand, interpret, and present each student as an individual; of recognizing when growth is part of a child’s intellectual development; of building a curriculum based on the highest university standards; and, finally, of knowing when to encourage and support risk-taking in students.
Garden School’s low tuition, compared with that for other independent schools in the metropolitan New York area, makes it an affordable option to a broad spectrum of families. Our student body, reflecting the ever-changing population of Queens, enhances the learning process through an inherent and ongoing cultural exchange. Located in Jackson Heights, Queens, which is one of the most diverse areas of New York City, Garden School is easily accessible to students from most of the city and Long Island.
At the center of Garden School is the curriculum. Yet the context in which that curriculum unfolds distinguishes us from other schools—the context of small classes in a small school; of freedom from bureaucracy; of carefully focused college counseling; of a professional and caring relationship among teachers, students, parents, and administrators; of a passionate dedication to education rather than to the politics of education; of a firm commitment to understand, interpret, and present each student as an individual; of recognizing when growth is part of a child’s intellectual development; of building a curriculum based on the highest university standards; and, finally, of knowing when to encourage and support risk-taking in students.
Garden School’s low tuition, compared with that for other independent schools in the metropolitan New York area, makes it an affordable option to a broad spectrum of families. Our student body, reflecting the ever-changing population of Queens, enhances the learning process through an inherent and ongoing cultural exchange. Located in Jackson Heights, Queens, which is one of the most diverse areas of New York City, Garden School is easily accessible to students from most of the city and Long Island.
Additional Information:
Years in Operation: 22 or more
Hours of Operation
- Open HoursMon-Fri: 7:45 am-6:00 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Regulations | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | Initial Annual Inspection | Passed inspection with no violations | NYC-71d96e70614a0d60baa8 |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Passed inspection with no violations | |||
| 2026-07-29 | Initial Annual Inspection | Passed inspection with no violations | NYC-d08616abedeb557e21cd |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Passed inspection with no violations | |||
| 2026-06-18 | Monitoring Inspection Non-Routine | Passed inspection with no violations | NYC-da390c0adfc21284cd8d |
| Brief Description: Monitoring Inspection Non-Routine - Passed inspection with no violations | |||
| 2026-06-09 | Monitoring Inspection Non-Routine | Reinspection Required; Fines pending | NYC-f8ad6286c368b5e32ba2 |
| Brief Description: Monitoring Inspection Non-Routine - Reinspection Required; Fines pending | |||
| 2026-03-19 | Initial Annual Inspection | Passed inspection; Violations corrected at time of inspection | NYC-d3cbb18762e131cde583 |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Passed inspection; Violations corrected at time of inspection | |||
| 2025-11-06 | Initial Annual Inspection | Reinspection Not Required | NYC-367ecdcf6c369bc6a0fe |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Reinspection Not Required | |||
| 2025-11-06 | Violation | 47.33(c)(1) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: Staff and volunteers obtain documentation showing immunization with 2 doses measles/mumps, 1 dose rubella, 2 doses varicella and 1 dose Tdap. Medical exemptions only. History of measles, mumps or rubella shall Not replace MMR vaccine except in presence of MMR varicella antibodies. [General Violations] | |||
| 2025-11-05 | Inspection | NYC-3c90074f6ff49707759a | |
| 2025-07-31 | Initial Annual Inspection | Reinspection Required; Fines pending | NYC-5daec2866f121c186886 |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Reinspection Required; Fines pending | |||
| 2025-07-31 | Violation | 48.13(a)(2)(i) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: Swimming activities Not supervised by Aquatics Director; Aquatics Director Not present during all swimming and water activity. [Critical Violations] | |||
| 2025-02-06 | Initial Annual Inspection | Reinspection Not Required | NYC-d1d0406d03d62a618622 |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Reinspection Not Required | |||
| 2025-02-06 | Violation | 47.33(b) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: At time of inspection it was determined that child care service allows staff to perform their duties that are Not healthy or are incapable of carrying out their duties. Staff medical clearances are Not maintained by child care service. [General Violations] | |||
| 2025-02-06 | Violation | 47.37(b)(6)(B) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: 15 hours of training Not completed in 24 months. At least 5 hours of training Not conducted in each 12 month period. Required topics Not covered. [General Violations] | |||
| 2025-02-06 | Violation | 47.41(j) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: At time of inspection floors/walls ceilings were observed Not maintained; in disrepair or covered in a toxic finish. [General Violations] | |||
| 2024-09-11 | Initial Annual Inspection | Reinspection Required; Fines pending | NYC-344c383993aabbedf0bf |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Reinspection Required; Fines pending | |||
| 2024-09-11 | Violation | 47.37(b)(1) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: At time of inspection it was determined that child care service failed to ensure staff received required training within time frames and/or failed to maintain training records. [Critical Violations] | |||
| 2024-09-11 | Violation | 47.33(b) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: At time of inspection it was determined that child care service allows staff to perform their duties that are Not healthy or are incapable of carrying out their duties. Staff medical clearances are Not maintained by child care service. [General Violations] | |||
| 2024-09-11 | Violation | 47.37(b)(6)(A) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: Training in child development Not provided every 24 months [General Violations] | |||
| 2024-09-11 | Violation | 47.37(b)(6)(B) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: 15 hours of training Not completed in 24 months. At least 5 hours of training Not conducted in each 12 month period. Required topics Not covered. [General Violations] | |||
| 2024-09-06 | Inspection | NYC-109321de309c27e9b7f6 | |
| 2024-08-20 | Monitoring Inspection Non-Routine | Passed inspection with no violations | NYC-f0247aa5f3d656f317ca |
| Brief Description: Monitoring Inspection Non-Routine - Passed inspection with no violations | |||
| 2024-07-16 | Compliance Inspection of Open Violations | Previously cited violations corrected | NYC-fab222b1bc822f2c9e84 |
| Brief Description: Compliance Inspection of Open Violations - Previously cited violations corrected | |||
| 2024-07-09 | Initial Annual Inspection | Reinspection Required; Fines pending | NYC-39836e3166ec743bfd0c |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Reinspection Required; Fines pending | |||
| 2024-07-09 | Violation | 131.05(a) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: The owner or agent tenant or manager fails to maintain building in safe manner; Structural integrity Not maintained; Building Not free of pests; Adequate heat ventilation and lighting Not provided; Not free of nuisances/hazards. [Public Health Hazards] | |||
| 2024-07-09 | Violation | 48.17(b) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: Medical records for campers obtained prior to admission. Medical exam less than 1 year old. Recommendations for care and immunization status included. Immunizations complete. Records including immunization medical exemption requests available upon request [Critical Violations] | |||
| 2024-07-09 | Violation | 131.09(f) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: Walls and ceiling in commercial building Not properly constructed; Not maintained in good repair; unclean [General Violations] | |||
| 2024-07-09 | Violation | 48.13(a)(3)(iv) | CORRECTED |
| Brief Description: Buddy system or other accountability system has Not been established; System does Not contains camper identity, ability, record of coming and goings, buddy assignments, 15 minute checks. [General Violations] | |||
| 2024-04-10 | Inspection | NYC-d9e805e6726d8108ca93 | |
| 2024-01-11 | Initial Annual Inspection | Passed inspection with no violations | NYC-e298ea25c074b28088c3 |
| Brief Description: Initial Annual Inspection - Passed inspection with no violations | |||
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