Meriden YMCA @ John Barry
124 Columbia St, Meriden, CT
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Boys & Girls Club of Meriden Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Meriden, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since August 17, 2023, for up to 30 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with full-time care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 23 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Children ages 3-5 |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | Care-4-Kids |
| Licensed capacity | 30 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Boys & Girls Club of Meriden Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 9, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 23 rules in all
For comparison: 92% of Connecticut daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5) 136- Feeding
19a-79-6a(a)(3) 048- Proper Refrigeration -41 degrees
19a-79-7a(g)(1) 104- Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust
19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
19a-79-6a(a)(2) 047- Nutritious meals and snacks
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(i-iv) 037- Parent Permissions
19a-79-7a(c)(5)(A-C) 069- Water supply- water testing
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 086- Water temperature 60 ℉ – 120 ℉
19a-79-7a(e)(12) 097- Stairs- protected/good repair-handrails
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A)-(C) 036- Children's Enrollment information
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
19a-79-9a(b)(5)(A-B) 164- Labeling and storage
19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented
19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A) 006-Child behavior management
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-79-4a(c)(2) 020-Two Staff Present
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation
19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-4a(c)(1), 19a-79-11(f)&/or19a-79-12(b)(1) 019-Designated Head Teacher/60%
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FAQ
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 17, 2023.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 9, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 23 rules across 5 of 7 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 92% of Connecticut daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
30, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 235-8185 to ask.
(203) 235-8185.
15 Lincoln St, Meriden, CT 06451. The nearest other daycare we list is First Congregational Preschool, 0.1 miles away.