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Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport
- licensed capacity
- 76
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2020
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About Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport
Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport is a licensed child care center in Westport, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since March 24, 2020, for up to 76 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 76 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 76 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 76 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2020
- License number
- #DCCC.70544
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 19, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 5 visits · 4 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Records and paperwork 1
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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- Feb 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 31, 2025Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 088- Walls/ceilings/floors/rugs-clean, good repair
19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
- Jan 5, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 8, 2023Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
Jan 23, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-9a(a)(3) 100-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
- May 6, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 31, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
164-CO/NCAP Compliance Violation(s)
Jan 31, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
164-CO/NCAP Compliance Violation(s)
Jun 18, 2021Complaint investigation3 rules cited
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-10(c) 57-Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
Show 3 earlier visits
Jun 15, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
19a-79-4a(c) 21-Staffing- Adequate staff
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
Jun 14, 2021Complaint investigation8 rules cited
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-4a(c) 21-Staffing- Adequate staff
19a-79-10(e) 59-Under Three Endorsement- Diapering & toileting
19a-79-3a(a) 05-Administration- Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(C) 08-Administration- Child protection
DCF Finding 02-Neglect- DCF: On Registry
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(E) 04-Administration- Failure to Report
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
Dec 22, 2020Complaint investigation1 rule cited
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport
Is Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed March 24, 2020.
When was Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on February 19, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 5 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.
How many children can Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport care for?
76, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 557-6235 to ask.
What is Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport's phone number?
(203) 557-6235.
Where is Bright Beginnings Early Childhood Program - Westport?
49 Weston Rd, Westport, CT 06880.