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Pupil's Exodus Leads to Educator's Termination and Aide's Suspension

On July 28, 2025, during midday over a lunch break, a group of four children aged between 3 and 7 years old, located on the upper level of a garden on Beketova Street, made a request to be escorted down to the ground floor restrooms.

Disciplinary action taken against educator and aide following mass student departure
Disciplinary action taken against educator and aide following mass student departure

Pupil's Exodus Leads to Educator's Termination and Aide's Suspension

In New York City, a concerning incident occurred at the private daycare 'Little Stars' on 5th Avenue. On June 15, 2025, four children—aged 4, 5, and 6—left the facility independently during nap time on the second floor.

The children managed to leave due to an unlocked magnetic door, which is now being investigated as part of the incident. The daycare staff's actions are under review due to inadequate supervision and safety protocols.

The specific location of the daycare, as well as the names of the children involved, have been made public. The daycare is situated on 5th Avenue in New York City, and the children were found approximately 400 meters from the daycare, on the sidewalk of the busy Broadway, near a convenience store.

Following media reports about the incident, the New York City Department of Health conducted an inspection. As a result, an administrative case has been opened against the daycare director under Part 2 of Article 5.57 of the NY Health Code (currently under review).

The teacher involved in the incident was suspended, and the assistant teacher received a warning. The daycare staff's performance in ensuring the children's safety is under close scrutiny.

In response to the incident, the Department of Health issued a statement urging parents to remain vigilant and report any instances of poor supervision or safety protocols in childcare facilities.

It is worth noting that the use of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp, and Twitter was mentioned in the article but is not directly related to the incident.

As the investigation into the incident at the private daycare 'Little Stars' continues, the community hopes for improved safety measures and accountability from those responsible for the care of New York City's youngest residents.

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