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Bright Years Niantic

245 Flanders Rd, Niantic, CT 063574.2· 18 reviews
licensed capacity
160
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2019
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About Bright Years Niantic

Bright Years Niantic is a licensed child care center in Niantic, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since February 11, 2019, for up to 160 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: infant care, preschool and toddler care.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageSecure entry

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
160 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, preschool and toddler care
Class sizeInfant and toddler classrooms up to 8 children; preschool classrooms up to 20 children
SafetySecurely coded entry system for enrolled families and staff only, Outdoor playground
Parent updatesParent app (Tadpoles)
MoreFounded 2019
Licensed capacity160 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Bright Years Niantic has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Bright Years Niantic

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
160 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2019
License number
#DCCC.70476
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 6, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 15 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Discipline and child guidance 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Jul 6, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5) 136- Feeding

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(d)(1)(A-C) 121- Adequate sinks-handwashing-diapering/other use-food prep

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2-3) 159- Non-Prescription Topical Medications

  2. Aug 12, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(7)(E) 009-Mandated reporting

    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A) 006-Child behavior management

  3. Jul 7, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2-3) 159- Non-Prescription Topical Medications

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-6a(c) 059- First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip

  4. Sep 17, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  5. Aug 28, 2024Visit2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) 021b-Supervision

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies

  6. Jun 11, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 003b-Managing Child Behavior

  7. Apr 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe

  8. Apr 26, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR

  9. Mar 1, 2023Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Managing Child Behavior

  10. Dec 6, 2022Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Show 10 earlier visits
  1. Nov 15, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision

  2. Oct 26, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  3. Oct 3, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g) 61-Under Three Endorsement- Sleep arrangements

  4. Jul 27, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a 090-Peeling Paint Observed

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe

  5. Mar 23, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Managing Child Behavior

  6. Aug 25, 2021Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 1 1/4

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked

  7. Apr 26, 2021Visit3 rules cited
    • Other rules

      19a-79-3a(a) 05-Administration- Ensuring the safety, health & development of children

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-5a(a) 30-Record Keeping- Responsibility for maintain children's records

    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(C) 08-Administration- Child protection

  8. Dec 4, 2019Inspection9 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(6) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(9) 122-Covered Waste Receptacle

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(h)(7) 093-Outdoor Play Area Protected/Fenced

  9. Sep 4, 2019Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  10. Aug 7, 2019Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision

Copied from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Mar 1990. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Bright Years Niantic

Is Bright Years Niantic licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 11, 2019.

When was Bright Years Niantic last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 6, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bright Years Niantic had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 6 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.

How many children can Bright Years Niantic care for?

160, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

What are Bright Years Niantic'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 Niantic cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 691-0344 to ask.

What is Bright Years Niantic's phone number?

(860) 691-0344.

Where is Bright Years Niantic?

245 Flanders Rd, Niantic, CT 06357. The nearest other daycare we list is Carelot Children's Center- East Lyme, 0.4 miles away.

Sources: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing (license and visits).