Alerts

Kindergarten and Pre-Kindergarten Programs Exempt from Article 47

July 17, 2008

Kindergarten and pre-kindergarten programs in elementary schools located in New York City will soon be exempt from the requirements of Article 47 of the New York City Health Code (“Day Care Services”). Article 47 imposes requirements upon programs for children ages 3 through 5 including, inter alia, a permit requirement, certain teaching staff qualifications, requirements regarding screening for prospective personnel and various health requirements.