Tiny Leader’s Children’s Center
A day care center in Plattsburgh, New York 12901
16 Degrandpre Way, Plattsburgh, New York 12901. (518) 324-5437.
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The short answer
Record last released by New York State Office of Children and Family Services on Nov 2, 2026.
- 28 violations in the last three years
- Jul 242026 the latest visit on record
- 62 children, its licensed capacity
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean4
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
17 inspections in the last three years, the latest on Jul 24, 2026.
28 violations cited in the last three years.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
When those violations happened
28 violations in 10 months of the last 36. Last cited Jul 2026. The last 3 years, to Nov 2, 2026.
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Hover or focus a month to read it.
Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each violation, in its source’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Jul 6, 2026: monitoring4 violations
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The licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all staff and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program’s health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:
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Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.
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Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.
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Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.
Apr 27, 2026: annual Unannounced1 violation
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Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product’s use or the program’s health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.
Feb 24, 2026: complaint investigation4 violations
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Staff and volunteers must each submit a medical statement on forms furnished by the Office or an approved equivalent from a health care provider: before such person has any involvement in child care work.
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The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.
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Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product’s use or the program’s health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.
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for children between ages 18 months old and 36 months old: there must be one teacher for every five children;
Sep 19, 2025: documentation Review1 violation
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Mid-point requirements for four-year license holders. At the two-year calendar date in a four year licensing cycle, a program must be in compliance with the following mid-point requirements and be able to show proof of compliance to the Office when requested, as follows: proof of compliance with the training requirements of section 418-1.14;
Sep 2, 2025: complaint investigation1 violation
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Electronic monitoring devices or surveillance cameras are permitted to transmit images of children in common rooms, hallways and play areas only. Bathrooms and changing areas must remain private and free of all video surveillance equipment.
Jul 10, 2025: self-Report2 violations
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Peeling or damaged paint or plaster must be repaired.
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Protective caps, covers or permanently installed obstructive devices must be used on all electrical outlets that are accessible to children.
Jun 30, 2025: monitoring1 violation
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All matches, lighters, medicines, drugs, cleaning materials, detergents, aerosol cans and other poisonous or toxic materials must be stored in their original containers. Such materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.
May 21, 2025: complaint investigation1 violation
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The Emergency Evacuation Diagram, as approved by the Office, must be posted in a conspicuous place in every room.
Aug 14, 2024: self Reported Serious Incident1 violation
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for children between ages 18 months old and 36 months old: the maximum group size is twelve children.
Apr 22, 2024: monitoring1 violation
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Programs must follow safety plans developed by the Office when allegations of risk of harm to child(ren) against the program, staff, volunteer or visitor are under investigation.
Apr 17, 2024: monitoring1 violation
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Cleaning materials must be stored in their original containers unless the product’s use or the program’s health care plan indicates that the product be mixed with water before use. In this case, the container used for subsequent use of the mixed product must state the name of the cleaning material contained within. Cleaning materials must be used in such a way that they will not contaminate play surfaces, food or food preparation areas, or constitute a hazard to children. Such materials must be kept in a place inaccessible to children.
Apr 9, 2024: complaint investigation7 violations
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The licensee must prepare a health care plan on forms furnished by the Office. Such plan must protect and promote the health of children. The health care plan must be on site, followed by all staff and available upon demand by a parent or the Office. In those instances in which the program will administer medications, the health care plan must also be approved by the program’s health care consultant unless the only medications to be administered are:
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In the case of medication that needs to be given on an ongoing, long-term basis, the authorization and consent forms for children under the age of 5 years of age must be reauthorized at least once every six months. Any changes in the medication authorization related to dosage, time or frequency of administration shall require a program to obtain new instructions written by the licensed authorized prescriber. All other changes to the original medication authorization require a change in the prescription.
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Staff must take steps to prevent a child’s exposure to the foods to which the child is allergic.
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The program must immediately notify the parent and Office upon learning of the following events involving a child which occurred while the child was in care at the program or was being transported by the program: serious incident,
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The program must maintain on file at the child day care center, available for inspection by the Office or its designees at any time, the following records in a current and accurate manner: children’s individual health care plans; parental consents for emergency medical treatment; child’s medical statement, immunizations, and any available results of lead screening for children not yet enrolled in kindergarten or a higher grade only; the name and dosage of any medications used by a child, the frequency of administration of such medications, and a record of their administration by child care center staff; daily health check documentation; a record of illnesses and injuries occurring while in care; and any indicators of child abuse or maltreatment;
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Pursuant to New York Public Health Law Section 2500-h, the program must comply with the anaphylaxis policy jointly issued by the Office and the New York State Department of Health and any amendments thereto. The program must notify the parent of any child in care of the anaphylaxis policy when the child is enrolled and annually thereafter. Notification shall include contact information for parents to engage further with the program to learn more about individualized aspects of the anaphylaxis policy.
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Children cannot be left without competent 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.
Feb 26, 2024: fire Safety - Alternate Year2 violations
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The provisions specified on the license are binding and the child day care center must operate in compliance with the terms of the license. The number and age range of children specified thereon are the maximum number and age range of children who may be in the care of the child day care center at any one time.
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Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.
Feb 26, 2024: annual Unannounced1 violation
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Staff and volunteers must thoroughly wash their hands with soap and running water at the beginning of each day, before and after the administration of medications, when they are dirty, after toileting or assisting children with toileting, after changing a diaper, before and after food handling or eating, after handling pets or other animals, after contact with any bodily secretion or fluid, and after coming in from outdoors.
All 21 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Jul 24, 2026 | Self-Report | No violations found |
| Jul 6, 2026 | Monitoring | 4 violations cited |
| Apr 27, 2026 | Annual Unannounced | 1 violation cited |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Complaint | Complaint (Substantiated); 4 violations cited |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Monitoring | No violations found |
| Sep 19, 2025 | Documentation Review | 1 violation cited |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Complaint | Complaint (Unsubstantiated); 1 violation cited |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Self-Report | 2 violations cited |
| Jun 30, 2025 | Monitoring | 1 violation cited |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Self Reported Serious Incident | No violations found |
| May 21, 2025 | Complaint | Complaint (Unsubstantiated); 1 violation cited |
| Mar 25, 2025 | Annual Unannounced | No violations found |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Monitoring | No violations found |
| Oct 30, 2024 | Monitoring | No violations found |
| Aug 14, 2024 | Self Reported Serious Incident | 1 violation cited |
| Jun 14, 2024 | Self Reported Serious Incident | No violations found |
| Apr 22, 2024 | Monitoring | 1 violation cited |
| Apr 17, 2024 | Monitoring | 1 violation cited |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Complaint | Complaint (Substantiated); 7 violations cited |
| Feb 26, 2024 | Annual Unannounced | 1 violation cited |
| Feb 26, 2024 | Fire Safety - Alternate Year | 2 violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Day Care Center, open since Jul 28, 2017.
- School district: Beekmantown.
- Capacity, in New York’s words: 14 Infants, 26 Toddlers, 22 Preschoolers.
- Approved by New York to give medication.
- Keeps epinephrine auto-injectors for emergencies.
- Licence 803001, issued Jul 28, 2023, expires Jul 27, 2027.
- Capacity: 62 children.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Child Care Regulated Programs. Released Nov 2, 2026. Updated daily.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
Has New York acted against it?
- 4 complaints in the last three years. New York’s status for each: Complaint (Substantiated) (2), Complaint (Unsubstantiated) (2).
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Child Care Regulated Programs. Released Nov 2, 2026. Updated daily.
| Date | What | Detail |
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| Feb 24, 2026 | Complaint (Substantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Substantiated). |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Complaint (Unsubstantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Unsubstantiated). |
| May 21, 2025 | Complaint (Unsubstantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Unsubstantiated). |
| Apr 9, 2024 | Complaint (Substantiated) | New York’s status for this complaint: Complaint (Substantiated). |
Who does the caring?
- New York doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual programs.
Who owns it?
- New York’s open data doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- Takes part in QUALITYstarsNY, New York’s quality rating program.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 86 child care providers in Clinton County, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 3; this one had 28.
New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history. Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| Tiny Leader’s Children’s Center This child care provider | 28 |
| Desautels, Tracey | 0 |
| Norcross, Kimberly | 1 |
| Senecal, Kim | 1 |
| Gowett, Susan | 8 |
| Little Saints Preschool, LLC | 10 |
| Bushey, Donna | 0 |
| Dolphin’s Daycare | 26 |
| Joint Council For Economic Opportunity | 3 |
| Myers, Kimberly | 4 |
| Shepard, Sherry | 9 |
| Davies, Emily | 7 |
| SUNY Plattsburgh Child Care Center, Inc. | 2 |
What the record doesn’t say
- New York doesn’t grade violations by severity, so read what was cited.
- New York’s records give the regulation behind each violation, not what the inspector saw.
- New York’s program pages cover four calendar years; this page shows the last three years.
- New York doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual programs.
Sources
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New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Child Care Regulated Programs (cb42-qumz).
Released Nov 2, 2026 and checked Nov 2, 2026. Updated daily. No licence stated.
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New York State Office of Children and Family Services, Program pages: inspection and complaint history.
Checked Oct 19, 2026. Updated daily. No licence stated.
If you believe something here is wrong, a correction starts with the agency whose record this copies: New York State Office of Children and Family Services. New York’s own record is on hs.ocfs.ny.gov. If Hearth Record copied something wrongly, it will fix it and log the correction publicly, with its date: how corrections work.
This copy of the record was made on Nov 2, 2026.
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Replies
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