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The Valley Community Association, Inc.
93 Leddy Street, Buffalo NY 14210 · License #42931 · Day Care Center
Contact
- Director
- Amanda A. Pezzimenti
- Phone
- (716) 823-4707
- Website
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- Address
- 93 Leddy Street, Buffalo NY 14210 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- Licensed for 84 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: NYS Office of Children and Family Services- Violation
418-1.3(o)(2) · Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.
- Violation
418-1.4(e) · All fire suppression equipment and systems must be tested and maintained in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State or other applicable fire and building codes when the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State is not applicable.
- Violation
418-1.5(t) · Operating carbon monoxide detectors and alarms must be located in accordance with applicable laws.
- Violation
418-1.8(k)(4)(i) · for 3-year-old children: there must be one teacher for every seven children;
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
- Violation
418-1.8(k)(5)(i) · for 4-year-old children: there must be one teacher for every eight children;
Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
- Violation
418-1.15(c)(31) · 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: documentation from service personnel licensed by the New York State Department of State to perform fire alarm systems maintenance, repair and testing which shows that the fire alarm and detection systems have been inspected, tested and maintained during the current license period in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
- Violation
418-1.15(c)(33) · 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: documentation from the local government authority having jurisdiction for determining compliance with the Fire and Building Code of New York State showing that the facility has been inspected and approved once every 12 months during the current license period for compliance with the applicable fire safety provisions of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
- Violation
418-1.3(o)(2) · Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.
Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
- Violation
418-1.11(i)(8) · The premises must be kept clean and free from dampness, odors and the accumulation of trash.
Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
- Violation
418-1.13(g)(1)(i) · To be qualified as a director, a person must possess either: a Bachelor's degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work; or
Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
- Violation
418-1.3(o)(2) · Buildings, systems and equipment must be kept in good repair and operate as designed.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2025
- Violation
418-1.4(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions which may contribute to or create a fire hazard.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2025
- Violation
418-1.4(f) · Adequate means of egress must be provided. Children may be cared for only on such floors as are provided with readily accessible alternate means of egress to other floors, in the case of fire-resistant buildings, and to the outside in the case of non-fire-resistant buildings.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2025
- Violation
418-1.11(i)(8) · The premises must be kept clean and free from dampness, odors and the accumulation of trash.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2025
- Violation
418-1.14(b) · Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.
Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
- Violation
418-1.14(c) · Each staff person and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required thirty (30) hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions:
Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
- Violation
418-1.14(d) · Training must address all topics or subject matters required by state and federal law. The required state topics are:
Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
- Violation
418-1.14(b) · Each applicant for, or individual in the position of director, teacher, or volunteer must complete Office-approved training that complies with federal minimum health and safety pre-service or three-month orientation period requirements. This training must be obtained pre-service or within three months of starting such position.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2024
- Violation
418-1.14(c) · Each staff person and volunteer must complete a minimum of thirty (30) hours of training every two years. The required thirty (30) hours of training every two years is subject to the following conditions:
Corrected by Sep 19, 2024
- Violation
418-1.14(d) · Training must address all topics or subject matters required by state and federal law. The required state topics are:
Corrected by Sep 19, 2024
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418-1.15(b)(29)(iii) · 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: documentation from service personnel licensed by the New York State Department of State to perform fire alarm systems maintenance, repair and testing which shows that the fire alarm and detection systems have been inspected, tested and maintained during the current license period in accordance with the applicable requirements of the Fire and Building code of New York State or other applicable fire and building codes when the Fire and Building Code of New York State is not applicable, for use of the building as a child day care center;
Corrected by Sep 19, 2024
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418-1.15(b)(29)(iv) · 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: documentation from service personnel qualified to perform fire suppression systems testing showing that fire suppression equipment and systems have been tested and maintained during the current license period in accordance with the requirements of the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State, or other applicable fire and building codes when the Fire and Building Code of New York State is not applicable, for use of the building as a child day care center; and
Corrected by Sep 19, 2024
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418-1.15(c)(33) · 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: documentation from the local government authority having jurisdiction for determining compliance with the Fire and Building Code of New York State showing that the facility has been inspected and approved once every 12 months during the current license period for compliance with the applicable fire safety provisions of the Fire and Building Code of New York State;
Corrected by Sep 19, 2024
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418-1.4(h) · The director or a designated qualified staff member must conduct monthly inspections of the premises to observe possible fire or safety hazards. Any such hazard must be corrected immediately.
Corrected by Apr 16, 2024
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418-1.5(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.
Corrected by Apr 16, 2024
- Violation
418-1.8(l)(7) · Except for Office approved continuity of care classrooms, infants may never be mixed with other age groups.
Corrected by Apr 16, 2024
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418-1.15(c)(11) · 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: personnel information including a list of all staff with job assignments and schedules; each staff and volunteer's final and, if applicable, provisional criminal history review and background check approval letter(s); staff resumes; medical statements; acceptable references and other information required by section 418-1.13 of this Subpart;
Corrected by Apr 16, 2024
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418-1.4(b)(1) · Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
- Violation
418-1.8(k)(3)(i) · for children between ages 18 months old and 36 months old: there must be one teacher for every five children;
Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
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418-1.8(l)(5) · In consideration of a child's developmental readiness, appropriateness of the classroom environment, the level of care the child requires and the needs of the other children in care, the center may move a toddler to the next age group when that child is within three months of their third birthday.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
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418-1.8(l)(12) · When school age children are mixed with pre-school children at the beginning and end of the day, toddlers may not be mixed in these groups. School age children may not be mixed with children under age three at any time.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
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418-1.11(b)(1)(ii) · 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.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
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418-1.11(c)(2)(i) · The health care plan must describe the following: how a daily health check of each child for any indication of illness, injury, abuse or maltreatment will be conducted and documented;
Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
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418-1.15(c)(11) · 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: personnel information including a list of all staff with job assignments and schedules; each staff and volunteer's final and, if applicable, provisional criminal history review and background check approval letter(s); staff resumes; medical statements; acceptable references and other information required by section 418-1.13 of this Subpart;
Corrected by Jan 2, 2024
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418-1.3(o) · All buildings used for day care centers must remain in compliance with the applicable provisions of the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State or other applicable fire and building codes when the Fire Code and Building Code of New York State is not applicable.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
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418-1.4(f)(2) · All corridors, aisles, and approaches to exits must be kept unobstructed at all times.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
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418-1.4(h) · The director or a designated qualified staff member must conduct monthly inspections of the premises to observe possible fire or safety hazards. Any such hazard must be corrected immediately.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
- Violation
418-1.5(a) · Suitable precautions must be taken to eliminate all conditions in areas accessible to children which pose a safety or health hazard.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
- Violation
418-1.13(b) · Child day care centers must review and evaluate the backgrounds of all applicants for staff and volunteer positions. All applicants whose backgrounds must be checked are required to provide the following:
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
- Violation
418-1.4(b)(1) · Evacuation drills must be conducted at least monthly during various hours of operation of the child day care center.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
- Violation
418-1.4(h) · The director or a designated qualified staff member must conduct monthly inspections of the premises to observe possible fire or safety hazards. Any such hazard must be corrected immediately.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
- Violation
418-1.5(s)(3) · Egress doors from the center must be able to be opened from the inside without using a key. Child protective door knob covers may not be used on egress doors.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
- Violation
418-1.8(j) · When a child care center is in operation, an adequate number of qualified teachers must be on duty to ensure the health and safety of the children in care.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
- Violation
418-1.11(b)(1)(ii) · 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.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
- Violation
418-1.11(c)(2)(i) · The health care plan must describe the following: how a daily health check of each child for any indication of illness, injury, abuse or maltreatment will be conducted and documented;
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
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418-1.15(c)(5) · 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: daily attendance records, which must be filled out at the time a child arrives and departs, and must include arrival and departure times;
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
- Violation
418-1.15(c)(11) · 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: personnel information including a list of all staff with job assignments and schedules; each staff and volunteer's final and, if applicable, provisional criminal history review and background check approval letter(s); staff resumes; medical statements; acceptable references and other information required by section 418-1.13 of this Subpart;
Corrected by Jul 24, 2023
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