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Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury

984 Southford Rd, Middlebury, CT 067623.5· 38 reviews
licensed capacity
87
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2022
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About Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury

Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury is a licensed child care center in Middlebury, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since December 30, 2022, for up to 87 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 Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based and Montessori approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 45 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageSummer campFaith-basedOpens before 7 AMBilingual program

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks - 12 years
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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
87 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 licenseHours it lists: “Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 5:45 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - 12 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachBilingual / immersion, Faith-based, Montessori
EnrichmentCadence KickStart™ Soccer (ages 3–5, 12-week program)
SafetyOutdoor playground
Licensed capacity87 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
87 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2022
License number
#DCCC.70687
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Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 6, 2026: 9 rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 14 visits · 45 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 10
  • Building, equipment and play areas 10
  • Records and paperwork 7
  • Staff training and qualifications 7
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Transportation 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. Jul 6, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A)-(E) 038-Child Health Records

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(6) 004-Employee orientation for new program staff

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(6) 005-Annual policy training for program staff

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-7a(c)(5)(A-C) 069- Water supply- water testing

    • Food and nutrition

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

    • 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

  2. Mar 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 22, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  4. Jan 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

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

  5. Oct 1, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Sep 4, 2025Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-6a(a)(11) 056- Handwashing - staff/children

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Health, medication and illness

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

  7. Aug 14, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(2), (h)(1-2) 033-Professional development

  8. May 6, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(2), (h)(1-2) 033-Professional development

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(6) 005-Annual policy training for program staff

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(c)(1-4) 010-Notification of Change

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(8) 001-Local Health Inspection

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(c)(6)(A-D) 070- Lead Paint- testing, management plans

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g)(6) 109- Indoor climbing play equipment- shock absorbing materials under and around

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2) 024- Designated head teacher - 60%

    • Transportation

      19a-79-7a(b)(6) 065- Space not approved-not used for field trips-written parent permission

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(a)(2) 062- Fire marshal codes/certificate

  9. Apr 3, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Mar 21, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

    • Supervision and ratios

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

Show 8 earlier visits
  1. Apr 10, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-9a(b) 098-Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med Training

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(d)(8) 057-Individual Storage of Clothing/Bedding

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • 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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Other rules

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

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Records and paperwork

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

  2. Feb 16, 2024Complaint investigation2 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(e)(11) 077-Garbage/Rubbish Disposed Daily

  3. Jan 19, 2024Follow-up visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

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

  4. Dec 29, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  5. Sep 18, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Aug 1, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(E) z04-Administration- Failure to Report

  7. Apr 24, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  8. Apr 21, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-6a(a)(2) 040-Nutritious Snacks/Meals

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c)(4)(A) thru (C) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 021-Ratio: 1 Staff to 10 Children

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed

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 Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury

Is Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed December 30, 2022.

When was Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 6, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 45 rules across 9 of 14 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 Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury care for?

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

What are Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury'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 Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 758-9799 to ask.

What is Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury's phone number?

(860) 758-9799.

Where is Cadence Academy Preschool - Middlebury?

984 Southford Rd, Middlebury, CT 06762. The nearest other daycare we list is Reg 15 BAS Prog Middlebury Elem School, 2.4 miles away.

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