New York Childcare Licensing
New York Childcare Immunization Requirements (2026)
Children enrolled in a licensed New York childcare center must show proof of age-appropriate immunization. New York requires documentation for 8 vaccine series, with limited medical and legally permitted exemptions.
Licensing Agency
New York State Office of Children and Family Services →Last updated: April 2026
Researched by the TotReady Research TeamNew York Immunization Requirements: The Specifics
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate DTaP immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Polio immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate MMR immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Varicella immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hib immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Hepatitis B immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Pneumococcal immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York childcare licensing requires age-appropriate Meningococcal (required per NY Public Health Law) immunization for enrolled children (subject to documented medical or legally permitted exemptions).
New York Immunization Requirements Checklist
- DTaP
- Polio
- MMR
- Varicella
- Hib
- Hepatitis B
- Pneumococcal
- Meningococcal (required per NY Public Health Law)
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New York Immunization Requirements: Frequently Asked Questions
Which vaccines does New York require for childcare enrollment?
New York requires age-appropriate immunization records for: DTaP, Polio, MMR, Varicella, Hib, Hepatitis B, Pneumococcal, Meningococcal (required per NY Public Health Law).
Are immunization exemptions allowed in New York?
New York permits documented medical exemptions and, where state law allows, certain non-medical exemptions. Confirm the current exemption rules with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services.
When must immunization records be on file in New York?
New York requires up-to-date immunization documentation at enrollment, with records kept current in each child's file thereafter.
New York childcare licensing rules are amended regularly. This page is compiled from published New York administrative codes and statutes for informational purposes only — always verify current requirements with the New York State Office of Children and Family Services before relying on them. TotReady provides information and document templates, not legal or regulatory advice.