License #DCFH.22826 · BRIDGEPORT, CT · Capacity 6
20 total deficiencies
20 citations across this facility's inspection history. Top 10 below — click any rule to read the plain-English summary, evidence inspectors look for, and how to fix.
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19a-87b-9(c)
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4 | Poisonous substances shall not be accessible to children enrolled in the facility. Poisonous and unidentified plants and plant parts shall be removed from the area, protected by barriers, or kept out of the reach of chil… |
19a-87b-9(b)
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4 | The facility and equipment shall be in good repair, and reasonably free from anything that would be dangerous to children. — 17-Freedom of Hazards |
19a-87b-9(d)(4)(D)
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3 | Every stairway shall have a sturdy handrail for children to use, shall provide safe passageway and be maintained free of obstructions. Sturdy child-safe gates shall be placed at the top and bottom of stairways to prevent… |
19a-87b-5(j)
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2 | The applicant or provider shall notify the Commissioner in writing within five (5) working days of any change in circumstances which alters or affects the child care services. — 06-Notification of Change |
19a-87b-6(b)
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1 | The provider shall be physically, emotionally and mentally able to handle child care responsibilities and emergencies and shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems which might impair such abili… |
19a-87b-9(d)(3)
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1 | Electrical cords and appliances shall be in good repair. Special protective covers for all electrical receptacles shall be installed in all areas occupied by children. — 21-Electrical Safety |
19a-87b-9(h)
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1 | The bathroom washing and toileting facilities shall be adequate to ensure the health, safety and comfort of the day care children. Sewage and garbage disposal systems shall ensure a sanitary environment. Garbage and tras… |
19a-87b-9(k)
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1 | The provider shall have a working telephone at the facility, with emergency numbers posted nearby in an easily visible location. — 37-Working Telephone/Emergency Numbers Posted |
19a-87b-9(d)(5)
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1 | Provider and all child care staff shall practice at least quarterly an emergency evacuation drill. — 26-Fire Drills-Quarterly |
19a-87b-5(g)(2)
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1 | The license shall be displayed conspicuously in a location visible to the Office of Early Childhood staff and to parents whose children are in care or who are considering placing their children in the provider's care. — … |
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Unknown source cadence · Retrieved by AccreditReady May 11, 2026 · Source: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood