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Bright Years Middlebury
- licensed capacity
- 158
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2022
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About
About Bright Years Middlebury
Bright Years Middlebury is a licensed child care center in Middlebury, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since November 4, 2022, for up to 158 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSecure entry
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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 158 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Class size | Infant and toddler classrooms up to 8 children; preschool classrooms 10 children |
| Safety | Key fob entry system, Outdoor playground |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Tadpoles) |
| Languages | American Sign Language (ASL) |
| Licensed capacity | 158 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Years Middlebury has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Bright Years Middlebury
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 158 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2022
- License number
- #DCCC.70674
Summary
15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 15 visits · 18 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Other rules 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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Sep 9, 2026Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A) 006-Child behavior management
- Jun 23, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
- Jun 23, 2026VisitNo rules cited
May 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep
19a-79-7a(d)(6)-(f)(3) 077- Exits, stairs, hallways unobstructed
19a-79-9a(b)(5)(C) 165- Emergency medication inaccessible
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children
- Oct 16, 2025Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Oct 2, 2025Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A) 006-Child behavior management
- May 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 24, 2025Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-4a(d)(3)(A-C) 026- Personal qualities of staff
Nov 27, 2024Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A)-(E) 038-Child Health Records
- May 3, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Show 6 earlier visits
Mar 26, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) 021b-Supervision
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(E) 104-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Unused/Expired Meds Returned/Disposed
Mar 26, 2024Visit8 rules cited
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) 021b-Supervision
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(E) 104-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Unused/Expired Meds Returned/Disposed
- Feb 22, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Feb 6, 2024Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) 021b-Supervision
Jan 5, 2024Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-3a 001b-Administration-Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
Mar 15, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Years Middlebury
Is Bright Years Middlebury licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed November 4, 2022.
When was Bright Years Middlebury last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on September 9, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Years Middlebury had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 9 of 15 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 Years Middlebury care for?
158, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Bright Years Middlebury's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Years Middlebury cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 528-3400 to ask.
What is Bright Years Middlebury's phone number?
(203) 528-3400.
Where is Bright Years Middlebury?
489 Middlebury Rd, Middlebury, CT 06762. The nearest other daycare we list is Generali School of Literature & The Arts, 1.3 miles away.