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Bright Years Southbury

1486 Southford Rd, Southbury, CT 064884.4· 7 reviews
licensed capacity
82
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2022
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About Bright Years Southbury

Bright Years Southbury is a licensed child care center in Southbury, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since December 16, 2022, for up to 82 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageCameras for parentsSecure entryOpens before 7 AM

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
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
82 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 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 sizePreschool classrooms fit up to 10 children
SafetySecurely coded entry system for enrolled families and staff, Cameras / live video for parents (camera system with feed viewed throughout the day by the Director), Outdoor playground
Parent updatesParent app (Tadpoles)
MoreFounded 2022
Licensed capacity82 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Bright Years Southbury

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
82 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2022
License number
#DCCC.70682
See the state's record

Summary

13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 13 visits · 20 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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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  1. Jun 17, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g)(5) 108- Manufacture guidelines followed-furniture, equipment and toys- CPSC unsafe/recalls

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children

  2. Apr 27, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g)(4) 107- Developmentally appr. equipment/materials

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g)(5) 108- Manufacture guidelines followed-furniture, equipment and toys- CPSC unsafe/recalls

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space

  3. Dec 17, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(d)(3)(A-C) 026- Personal qualities of staff

  4. Oct 28, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children

  5. May 13, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Feb 21, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children

  7. Feb 21, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children

  8. Nov 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Aug 1, 2024Follow-up visit2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children

  10. Aug 1, 2024Follow-up visit2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children

Show 7 earlier visits
  1. Jul 9, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  2. Jun 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Other rules

      19a-79-3a 001b-Administration-Ensuring the safety, health & development of children

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  3. Apr 11, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  4. Jun 22, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 21, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  7. Apr 12, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19-79-6a(a)(6) and/or 19a-79-7a 052-All Openings for Ventilation Screened

    • 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

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(d)(4) 053-Windows Protected to Prevent Falls

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 Southbury

Is Bright Years Southbury licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 16, 2022.

When was Bright Years Southbury last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bright Years Southbury had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 10 of 13 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 Southbury care for?

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

What are Bright Years Southbury's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Bright Years Southbury cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 264-3735 to ask.

What is Bright Years Southbury's phone number?

(203) 264-3735.

Where is Bright Years Southbury?

1486 Southford Rd, Southbury, CT 06488. The nearest other daycare we list is Great Expectations Day Care & Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.

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