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Brightpath - Manchester

452 Tolland Tpke, Manchester, CT 060424.7· 75 reviews
licensed capacity
215
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2018
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About Brightpath - Manchester

Brightpath - Manchester is a licensed child care center in Manchester, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since December 10, 2018, for up to 215 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 22 visits in the last 3 years and cited 33 rules across 12 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageMeals providedSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
215 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 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
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “7 a.m. – 6 p.m.”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based, STEM / STEAM
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Supporting independence (self-feeding, dressing, potty training)
Assistance it acceptsCT Care for Kids
DiscountsStandard 10% U.S. military discount for families in active duty
LanguagesAmerican Sign Language (ASL)
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity215 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Brightpath - Manchester has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Brightpath - Manchester

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
215 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2018
License number
#DCCC.70463
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Summary

22 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 30, 2025: 8 rules cited

Rules cited on 13 of 22 visits · 33 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 10
  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Building, equipment and play areas 7
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Dec 30, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g)(1) 104- Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) 166- Unused/Expired meds-destroyed/returned

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)6)(C), (e)(1-6), 7a(e)(17), 10(g)(8) 018-Postings

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants

  2. Oct 24, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Safety and hazards

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

  3. Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Apr 24, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(4)(D) 028- Supervision

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c)(2) 118- Ratios- 1:4 (6wks-24mths), 1:5 (24-36mths)

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(4)(A-B) and (d)(6) 027- Ratios

  7. Apr 17, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(1-10) 128- Diapering

  8. Mar 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 3, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A)-(C) 036- Children's Enrollment information

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-7a(d)(10)(A-H) 082- Toileting

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g)(1) 104- Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust

    • 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(d)(3) 074- Window screens

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-6a(a)(4) 049- Menus- 1 wk in advance- keep 3 mths

  10. Dec 16, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Show 41 earlier visits
  1. Nov 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(4)(D) 028- Supervision

  2. Nov 26, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(4)(D) 028- Supervision

  3. Sep 5, 2024Follow-up visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(C) 003c-Child Protection

  4. Aug 28, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  5. Aug 20, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

  6. Aug 5, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

  7. May 13, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  8. May 13, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  9. Apr 29, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

  10. Mar 14, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  11. Feb 23, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

  12. Jan 18, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Records and paperwork

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic

  13. Aug 28, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  14. Jul 24, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

    • Other rules

      19a-79-3a(a) z05-Administration- Ensuring the safety, health & development of children

  15. Apr 27, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures

  16. Feb 24, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  17. Feb 1, 2023Visit1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

  18. Dec 28, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name

    • Records and paperwork

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

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g)(1) 127-Under 12 Months Placed on Back for Sleeping

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray

    • Safety and hazards

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

  19. Dec 28, 2022Follow-up visit6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name

    • Records and paperwork

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

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g)(1) 127-Under 12 Months Placed on Back for Sleeping

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray

    • Safety and hazards

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

  20. Dec 20, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  21. Nov 29, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Other rules

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

  22. Sep 16, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  23. Sep 2, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c) 22-Staffing- Ratios

  24. Jul 26, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e) 38-Physical Plant- Environmental requirements

  25. Jun 22, 2022Visit3 rules cited
    • Other rules

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures

    • Records and paperwork

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

  26. May 13, 2022Visit1 rule cited
    • Other rules

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

  27. Feb 9, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  28. Jan 31, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(d)(11)(F) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(G) 065-Ventilation in Toilet Room

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Records and paperwork

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

  29. Jan 31, 2022Follow-up visit4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(d)(11)(F) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(G) 065-Ventilation in Toilet Room

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Records and paperwork

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

  30. Nov 22, 2021VisitNo rules cited
  31. Nov 8, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c) 57-Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c) 22-Staffing- Ratios

  32. Jul 21, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
  33. Jul 17, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
  34. Mar 13, 2020Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures

    • Other rules

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

  35. Mar 13, 2020Visit3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures

    • Other rules

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

  36. Mar 6, 2020Visit3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(E) 04-Administration- Failure to Report

    • Supervision and ratios

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

  37. Nov 20, 2019Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage

    • 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

    • Safety and hazards

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

  38. Aug 9, 2019Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

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

  39. May 28, 2019InspectionNo rules cited
  40. Feb 27, 2019Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  41. Feb 13, 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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Questions about Brightpath - Manchester

Is Brightpath - Manchester licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 10, 2018.

When was Brightpath - Manchester last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on December 30, 2025, with 8 rules cited. It lists 22 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Brightpath - Manchester had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 33 rules across 13 of 22 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 Brightpath - Manchester care for?

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

What are Brightpath - Manchester'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 Brightpath - Manchester cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 288-4207 to ask.

What is Brightpath - Manchester's phone number?

(860) 288-4207.

Where is Brightpath - Manchester?

452 Tolland Tpke, Manchester, CT 06042. The nearest other daycare we list is Juana I Flores, 0.4 miles away.

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