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Wallingford, CT 06492 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Brightpath-Wallingford is a licensed child care center in Wallingford, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since September 28, 2012, for up to 188 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 19 visits in the last 3 years and cited 49 rules across 14 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Enrichment | Yoga, Dance & Movement |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Toddler program supports potty training |
| Assistance it accepts | CT Care for Kids |
| Discounts | Standard 10% U.S. military discount |
| Languages | American Sign Language (ASL) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 188 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Brightpath-Wallingford has not listed its tuition.
State record
19 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 18, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 14 of 19 visits · 49 rules in all
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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19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A) 006-Child behavior management
19a-79-10(e)(1-10) 128- Diapering
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 040- Individual Care Plan- signed by parents/staff
19a-79-6a(a)(11) 056- Handwashing - staff/children
19a-79-7a(d)(11) 083- Staff personal articles inaccessible
19a-79-7a(e)(11) 096- Garbage/rubbish - disposed of daily, containers in good repair
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 088- Walls/ceilings/floors/rugs-clean, good repair
19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5) 136- Feeding
19a-79-7a(a)(2) 062- Fire marshal codes/certificate
19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep
19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission
19a-79-10(d)(1)(A-C) 121- Adequate sinks-handwashing-diapering/other use-food prep
19a-79-7a(g)(1) 104- Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A)-(C) 036- Children's Enrollment information
19a-79-7a(e)(1-2) 084- Air Temperature 65F at 3 ft-Thermometer affixed
19a-79-7a(e)(11) 096- Garbage/rubbish - disposed of daily, containers in good repair
19a-79-6a(a)(3) 048- Proper Refrigeration -41 degrees
19a-79-6a(a)(4) 049- Menus- 1 wk in advance- keep 3 mths
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-79-6a(a)(6) 051- Kitchen- clean, safe storage of food/supplies
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 088- Walls/ceilings/floors/rugs-clean, good repair
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 088- Walls/ceilings/floors/rugs-clean, good repair
19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep
19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children
19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep
19a-79-4a(d)(4)(D) 028- Supervision
19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) z102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children
19a-79-9a(a)(2) z099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) z038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-4a(d)(1) z023-Designated Director
19a-79-3a z001b-Administration-Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
19a-79-9a(a)(3) z100-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a z045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4) z012-Menus
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) z037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) z021a-Supervision
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) z089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children
19a-79-9a(b)(5) z103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) z016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-7a(e)(3) z067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) z102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-4a(b) z018b-Background Checks
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) 021b-Supervision
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-7a(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number
19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-10(f)(4) 126-Cribs/Cots Washed/Disinfected
19a-79-10(k)(1) 136-Written Statement/Feeding Schedule from Parent
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
19a-79-9a(a)(3) 100-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(d)(11)(F) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(G) 065-Ventilation in Toilet Room
19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-4a(c) 22-Staffing- Ratios
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Managing Child Behavior
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(ii) 034-Authorized Released Permission
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Managing Child Behavior
19a-79-10(c) 57-Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-3a(a) 05-Administration- Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
19a-79-5a(a) 30-Record Keeping- Responsibility for maintain children's records
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-4a(c) 21-Staffing- Adequate staff
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
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
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 070-Rugs Secured
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Managing Child Behavior
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(C) 08-Administration- Child protection
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(E) 04-Administration- Failure to Report
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(E) 04-Administration- Failure to Report
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Discipline
19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-9a(a)(3) 100-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-7a(d)(11)(F) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(G) 065-Ventilation in Toilet Room
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-3a(k) 17-Administration- Endorsements
19a-79-10(c) 57-Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)
19a-79-4a(c) 23-Staffing- Group size
19a-79-4a(c) 22-Staffing- Ratios
19a-79-10(c) 57-Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)
19a-79-4a(c) 23-Staffing- Group size
19a-79-4a(c) 22-Staffing- Ratios
19a-79-10(c) 57-Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) 066-Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed
19a-79-10(e)(5) 121-Disposable Paper Sheets
19a-79-10(e)(6) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(9) 122-Covered Waste Receptacle
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-9a(a)(3) 100-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(d)(11) 062-Required Toilets/Sinks/Supplies
19a-79-7a(h)(7) 093-Outdoor Play Area Protected/Fenced
19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-10(c) 57-Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)
19a-79-3a(a) 05-Administration- Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Discipline
19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation
19a-79-9a(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2) 101-Med Trained Staff/Certificates
19a-79-3a(e)(6) 013-Emergency Plans
19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4
19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-10(e)(4) 120-Washed/Disinfected
19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 114-Free Standing Cribs
19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
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-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards
19a-79-7a(d)(11)(F) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(G) 065-Ventilation in Toilet Room
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 070-Rugs Secured
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FAQ
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 28, 2012.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on June 18, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 19 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 49 rules across 14 of 19 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.
188, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 265-0055 to ask.
(203) 265-0055.
15 N Plains Industrial Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492. The nearest other daycare we list is Kidz Are Us Child Care & Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.