Santana, Danna - East Elmhurst NY Group Family Day Care

23-14 92nd Street, Floor 2nd 2nd Floor, East Elmhurst NY 11369
(718) 672-8544
16 Reviews

About the Provider

Description: Santana, Danna is a Group Family Day Care in East Elmhurst NY, with a maximum capacity of 16 children. The home-based daycare service helps with children in the age range of Total Capacity: 12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children . The provider does not participate in a subsidized child care program.

Additional Information: This facility is authorized to administer over-the-counter topical ointments only; Initial License Date: 1/18/2008;

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 798473
  • Capacity: 16
  • Age Range: Total Capacity: 12 children, ages 6 weeks to 12 years AND 4 additional school-aged children
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: No
  • Schools Served: Queens 30 School District
  • Initial License Issue Date: Dec 15, 2017
  • Current License Issue Date: Dec 15, 2019
  • District Office: New York City Dept. of Health - Regional Office
  • District Office Phone: (718) 553-3981 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Regulations Status
2021-06-25 Violation 416.11(i)(27) Corrected
Brief Description: Garbage receptacles must be covered, and cleaned as needed after emptying.
2021-06-25 Violation 416.11(i)(27) Corrected
Brief Description: Garbage receptacles must be covered, and cleaned as needed after emptying.

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Reviews

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Erika Surinach Apr 06, 2022
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We had a wonderful experience at Danna Day care. My daughter started going there around 4months and I was very sad for her to leave the school after almost 3 years, because of our move out of state .Danna and family always treated us like family . They are extremely kind, loving, and supportive of all the children. I felt my little girl was in the best of hands at all times and we felt safe with the school's comprehensive cleaning and safety protocols throughout the year. I highly recommend this school for any parents with young children! Thank you Danna for being a vital part of my daughters growth and development and for all the love you always gave her, We will miss you!

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Aleahs mom Aug 24, 2021
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Danna has been a blessing sent from heaven. Dannas daycare became my daughter’s second home at just 6 months. Danna and her staff introduced my daughter to solids, culturally competent books, the art of napping and they even potty trained her. As a first time mother, I was terrified to send my daughter to daycare but Danna and her staff made me feel so comfortable with my decision. This daycare met all my expectations and more.
Dannas Daycare offered my child a stimulating, nurturing environment which helped her get prepare for school. I’ll be forever grateful to Danna and her staff.

-Aleahs mom

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Alexi Quito Jan 30, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I cant find the words to Thank Danna and her family for taking care of my little princess for over 7 years ... Danna not only took care of her and prepared her for kindergarten and made sure she did her homework, but she also made sure my daughter knows the importance of manners and respect. She has the perfect crew to give kids the attention, love and care they need, her beautiful family... After trying two different daycares a friend recommended Dannas daycare and I feel so blessed to have found this amazing place where my daughter lived beautiful moments and created memories that will never forget .. Thank you Danna for loving my child and taking care of her like your own.

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Jessica G. Jan 17, 2019
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I set up a visit with Danna in 2015 when I was preparing to go back to work and needed childcare for my 9-month-old daughter. After 5 seconds of sitting down, Danna started talking to me about daytime schedules, routines, nutrition, values and answered all my questions before I even asked them. Through time we were very happy and comforted to know the type of care and instruction our daughter was receiving. This is why my partner and I never hesitated to bring our 4-month-old son to Danna's in 2018.
We saw amazing language development; art projects and critical thinking grow in our children. She potty trained my daughter without a hitch, and one can say she also helped train us as first-time parents.
The icing on the cake was the dual language approach. Wow!! Cultural and language immersion are critical to our family and to find all these things in one place was absolutely amazing!
My family recently relocated to Seattle and one of the toughest decisions we had to make was disrupting our childcare situation. We were very sad to leave Danna as she became part of our family.
It was a blessing to find Danna’s Family Daycare and highly recommend it.

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Mario Natareno Aug 15, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I was very spectacle about leaving my baby at any facility, daycare or babysitter with everything you hear on the news. However I’m please with the decision of bringing my son to Danna’s Daycare. All of them are super humble lovable, educated and most importantly very patient. My 2 year old went for close to 3 years. When he left to go to pre-k he was above average. I thank all the staff for their love and time they invested with my joshy! Deft recomend this place to everyone.

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Corey/Carlos Aug 09, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

DANNA’s day are is the best kept secret in queens. We were recommended here by a family friend and have been so pleased with our experience at this bilingual daycare. It’s affordable and a flexible schedule for working parents. Our daughter who started here at one is now three and thriving. DANNA and her staff are extremely knowledgeable in childcare. They shower the children with love and attention but also provide the right type of direction and discipline. We love DANNA and her staff!

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Kenia Soto Aug 08, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My boys attended Danna's daycare since they were 2 years old and everyday when I picked them up they didn't want to leave! The love, care and dedication she and her staff give to each one of her children is like no other. When I went to work, I knew my boys were in a safe, nurturing and educational environment. We attribute our boys' educational and social growth in school and outside of school to Danna and her staff. My family and I are forever grateful to Danna's daycare. I highly recommend this daycare to anyone! She is a blessing!

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KellyColladoCruz Aug 08, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Ever since day 1 Danna's Day Care gave nothing but love and positive reinforcement towards my son. They taught him everything. From learning how to eat solids to potty training him to learn how to count and spell his name. Danna and her family are a group of incredible teachers and there's was not one day that worried about my son being well taken cared of. They provided the same care to many others children I know. Including my two oldest nephews. We are so blessed to have them in our lives. Thank you Danna's Day Care for everything!

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Jacqueline Aug 07, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Danna's Daycare is the best home daycare ever!! My daughter started Danna's daycare at 1.5 years old and before her 2nd birthday she was both potty trained and had stopped using bottles/pacifier. Danna is the most warm, caring and selfless individual I've ever met. From the minute you walk thru the door you feel like part of the family. She loves those kids as if they were her own. Before you know it your child will have learned ABCs, Numbers, Colors, Shapes and be more than ready for Pre-K. Danna's daycare is always clean and germ-free. I can count with one hand the times my daughter got sick. My daughter is now 10 years old and we've relocated to FL. But there is not one visit to NY where she says to me, "Mom, I want to spend a day at Danna's daycare" and sure enough we call Danna up and we're there the next day. Ohhh... And I must not forget to mention her delicious and nutritious food she cooks from scratch for her kids. We will forever be grateful to have placed our daughter in Danna's care. Right now I wish I had a Danna's daycare down in FL for my other 2yr old daughter. I can just go on and on. But it's best if you experience it on your own. I assure you there won't be any regrets.

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Maria P Aug 03, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

There aren't enough words to express and describe the wonderful work that Danna's Family Daycare does with children. I returned to work after 5 months of maternity leave and at that tender age what I was looking for was a safe environment for my daughter overall. I got that and then some. Not only did I have peace of mind because I knew my child was safe, I had peace of mind because my child was very well taken care of. The experience ended up feeling more like an extension of my family than a service. Beyond that, the daycare grew with my daughters needs. From infant, to toddler and finally preschooler, Danna's Family Daycare kept my daughter engaged at each stage with developmentally appropriate activities. A hidden benefit of family daycare at this level is the amount of vocabulary that my daughter picked up because she was in a mixed-age group up until she went to preschool. It was not something I had thought about in my search for daycare. I have so many positive things to say about this daycare that I've referred 4 different families to the daycare and they have all placed their children at the daycare. In the end my daughter ended up with nothing but love for Danna and her staff and so did I. We love Danna's Family DayCare! <3

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Zoila Alonzo Aug 02, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Danna is so great with my child. He has learned so much from her. He was potty-trained here, learned how tp use his own spoon. He also started to talk more and form his own sentences. He is three years old. I love knowing that he is in a safe and loving place. He loves Danna and all of his friends. He looks foward to going to Danna's everyday.

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Danna’s Day Care Aug 02, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I have used Danna’s Day Care for many yrs with both my kids. Danna and her staff are very professional loving and caring with all her kids. She treats my children like her very own till this day i will be eternally greatfull for Danna’s Day Care. amongst many things she thaught my daughter shapes colors to speak spanish and how to write her name before pre-k she took my son in at only 3mnths old (while still exclusivly being breast/bottle feed) i consider Danna and her whole staff like family

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Elaine Palmer Aug 01, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I was recommended to Danna day care back in 2010.She cared for my 1st son Victor .Hes was 14months.I felt so comfortable with her &
her services.8yrs later Danna day care is caring for my 2nd son Elias hes 1yrs 1/2..I highly recommended this daycare to everyone.

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R. Peralta Aug 01, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Danna and her staff are amazing. I have been so lucky to have her watch all 3 of my kids. Danna and her staff love the children as if they were their own. I have never had to worry about leaving my kids there, I know that they are in amazing hands when they are there.

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Ili S. Aug 01, 2018
I have used this provider for less than 6 months

Dana has provided me with childcare for nearly 10 years. My 3 children have been under her care since infancy. My 17 month old is the only one of my kids in the daycare now. The others have moved on to school. I have nothing but praises for this childcare facility. The staff is very loving towards the children, always attentive to their care and needs. In the years I have brought my children here, they have never had any diaper rashes, no accidents, no bumps or scratches outside of the normal for children when playing, always clean (hardly ever their change of clothing is needed!), and ALWAYS happy to 'go to school to Dana'. The parents' wishes and instructions are respected and are followed as close as possible to staff's ability and if it's not possible, a reason is always given. Dana's daycare is always clean, the backyard and play area always safe- even for the youngest in attendance, and the food delicious! - don't be surprised if you walk in to drop off your child and get hungry just smelling whatever is being cooked for lunch! I have always trusted Dana completely with my children's care. I would highly recommend Dana's daycare to anyone who asks me for childcare I trust. There is no other place or anyone else I would think of letting my child spend the day with while I work. That peace of mind of knowing your child is well cared for, safe and LOVED while you are away from them is SO comforting.

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Leslie P. Jul 31, 2018
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We have been using Danna's Daycare since 2013, when my son was three months old, and continue to use the Daycare for my 18 month old daughter. This is the type of daycare that all parents hope for when they are looking for a caregiver to look after their little babies. They provide a loving and nurturing environment, and both my kids love the ladies of Danna's daycare like family. As the kids get older, they learn all of the basics that ensure that they will be ready for Pre-K - letters, colors, numbers, shapes, and most importantly, sitting still and paying attention.
I truly feel blessed to have found such a wonderful daycare.

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