Windsor Early Childhood Education Center
20 Bridge St, Windsor, VT
5.0· 1 review
Bridging the Gap
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About Bridging the Gap
Bridging the Gap is a licensed school-age program in Windsor, Vermont. It is licensed by the state, for up to 59 children, serving school-age children.
Vermont Department for Children and Families, Child Development Division made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- School-age program
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 59 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (802) 281-0206 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 59 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Bridging the Gap
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Licensed Afterschool Child Care Program
- Capacity
- 59 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #63354
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 9, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Background checks 1
- Safety and hazards 1
For comparison: 63% of Vermont daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 1.
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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Mar 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Regulation 12.14: Cushioning material which is absorbent shall be in place under climbers, slides, swings, or other structures which allow children to achieve a height of more than thirty inches. The depth of surfacing materials shall be appropriate to the height and use of the equipment as outlined by the Consumer Product Safety Commission's National Playground Safety Standards (see Appendix B). Surfacing material shall be maintained in good condition. Grass, bare ground, asphalt and concrete are prohibited under these structures. If weather conditions make the use of equipment unsafe, Staff shall keep children off of the equipment.
“There is visible snow pack and ice patches under and around the playground equipment. Children are observed using the swings, slide, and climbing ladder all of which allow children to reach a height requiring cushioning material. The snow pack and ice around the slide exit would not move when kicked with one foot. Corrective Action: As required during the visit, equipment that requires cushioning is not be used unless and until the cushioning material is confirmed to be thawed. The program is to follow the plan discussed by telephone on 03/16/2026 that identified a staff person responsible for monitoring cushioning surface daily, making a detemination if safe to use, and responsible for communicating this to all staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026
Mar 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Regulation 5.39: Within six months of hire, all paid Staff counted in the staff/child ratios shall have obtained CDD-approved training in infant/child CPR and basic first aid for children, injury prevention and emergency readiness. All Staff shall receive retraining in first aid prior to the expiration date on each Staff person's first aid card.
“Three (3) staff members were found to have to have expired CPR and First Aid certifications. Corrective Action: Ensure staff obtain CPR and First Aid within three (3) months of hire and obtain re-certification prior to the expiration date. In the corrective action email provide confirmation that the three (3) identified staff have completed this training by the due date, and identify the system implemented to ensure ongoing compliance with this rule.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2025
Mar 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Regulation 5.12: The licensee shall ensure that all new staff prior to working with children in the Afterschool Child Care Program; and any new individual designated as the representative of the licensee shall submit a Records Check Authorization form to the Division and shall submit to fingerprinting at a location designated by the Division after having received the Fingerprinting Authorization Certificate by the Division.
“Review of fingerprinting status in BFIS as well as follow up check on fingerprint status with Childcare Business Technician team, confirm that Staff B and Staff C have not completed the fingerprinting process. The Division is awaiting Out of State paperwork from both Staff B and Staff C. Staff B's letter informing them of this was printed on 9/20/22. Staff C's letter informing them of this was printed on 12/26/23. Corrective Action: Ensure Staff C and Staff D submit required Out of State forms to the Division by the corrective action due date given. Create and put in to place a system for tracking all staff fingerprinting to ensure completion.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
Regulation 10.10: The Licensee shall assure that a written Emergency Response Plan (ERP) is developed and maintained at the facility. For Afterschool Child Care Programs located in public schools the Emergency Response Plan shall be in concert with the school's preparedness or safety plan. * All Afterschool Child Care Program Staff shall be aware of the location of the plan. * The plan shall be reviewed and updated annually. * Copies of the plan shall be sent to the Vermont Division of Emergency Management upon their request. * For programs located in public schools, the Emergency Response Plan shall reflect relevant physical spaces of the school's preparedness or safety plan.
“Review of the Emergency Response Plan on site as well as conversation with Staff A revealed the plan has not been reviewed since Novemeber 2021. Corrective Action: Review and update the plan as needed by the corrective action due date given. Create a system for tracking when the plan needs to be reviewed to ensure it is done annually as required by this rule.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2024
- Apr 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 25, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 28, 2019Inspection2 rules cited
Regulation 12.14: Cushioning material which is absorbent shall be in place under climbers, slides, swings, or other structures which allow children to achieve a height of more than thirty inches. The depth of surfacing materials shall be appropriate to the height and use of the equipment as outlined by the Consumer Product Safety Commission's National Playground Safety Standards (see Appendix B). Surfacing material shall be maintained in good condition. Grass, bare ground, asphalt and concrete are prohibited under these structures. If weather conditions make the use of equipment unsafe, Staff shall keep children off of the equipment.
“There was not an adequate amount of mulch under and around the large climbing structure and single swing. The mulch that was present measured 1-2 inches in most areas. Corrective Action: Immediately plan to place an adequate amount of cushioning materials under and around the large climber and single swing, or to discontinue use of those items until such a time when adequate cushioning has been placed. If you need guidance with the proper depth and placement for the cushioning materials, you may consult the Consumer Product Safety Commission's National Playground Safety Standards by following this link: https://www.cpsc.gov/s3fs-public/325.pdf-public. Develop a system which will prompt you to routinely check, maintain and replace the cushioning materials on the playground moving forward.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2019
Regulation 4.14: The Licensee shall ensure that they and all Staff receive training and demonstrate understanding of their legal responsibilities regarding preventing and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect.
“The program administrator stated that she and the program staff have not yet completed the online mandated reporter training. Corrective Action: Immediately plan to have all staff members who work with children or are counted in ratio complete the online mandated reporter training. You can find the link to this training on the Child Development Division website; dcf.vermont.gov, our divisions, childcare for providers, professional development. Develop a system which will prompt you to ensure all newly hired staff complete the mandated reporter training in a timely manner moving forward.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2019
- Oct 23, 2018InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Bridging the Gap
Is Bridging the Gap licensed?
Yes. Vermont Department for Children and Families, Child Development Division lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Bridging the Gap last inspected?
Vermont Department for Children and Families, Child Development Division lists the most recent visit on March 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bridging the Gap had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 4 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 63% of Vermont daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 1. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Bridging the Gap care for?
59, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
What are Bridging the Gap's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (802) 281-0206 to confirm.
How much does Bridging the Gap cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (802) 281-0206 to ask.
What is Bridging the Gap's phone number?
(802) 281-0206.
Where is Bridging the Gap?
127 State Street, Windsor, VT 05089. The nearest other daycare we list is Windsor Southeast SU Early Childhood Program (WSSU-ECP), under 0.1 miles away.