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:::excerpt New York child care oversight depends on the program type and location. Most regulated programs outside New York City work with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services, while many center-based programs in New York City are oversee…
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New York Child Care Licensing Agency
New York State Office of Children and Family ServicesDivision of Child Care Services
South Building Room 309
52 Washington Street
Rensselaer, NY 12144-2796
Phone: 518-474-9454
Toll Free: 800-732-5207
Web Site: http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/main/childcare/da ycare_regs.asp
Note: Will refer to regional office
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