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First Congregational Preschool

62 Colony Street, Meriden, CT 06451
licensed capacity
64
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2010
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About First Congregational Preschool

First Congregational Preschool is a licensed child care center in Meriden, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since January 14, 2010, for up to 64 children, serving preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with pre-k and preschool.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Preschool / pre-KSTEM / STEAM

Ages served: preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
64 children

Hours

Hours

Monday8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Thursday8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
Friday8:30 AM to 2:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesPreschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsPre-K and preschool
ApproachPlay-based, STEM / STEAM
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum; Connecticut Early Learning Development Standards
EnrichmentMusicians, karate, creative dance, animal educational visits, music therapy, storytellers
Licensed capacity64 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

First Congregational Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for First Congregational Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
64 children
Ages
Preschoolers
First licensed
2010
License number
#DCCC.16764
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 8, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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. Apr 8, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  2. Feb 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-9a(b)(5)(A-B) 164- Labeling and storage

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(c)(3) 067- Schl age only premises- sanitary, hazard free

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

  4. Dec 7, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  5. Dec 7, 2022Follow-up visit1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(i) 033-Emergency Medical Permission

  6. Dec 2, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-13(c)(1) and/or 19a-79-13(c)(2) 155-On Site Staff Trained in First Aid/Glucose Testing

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(7) 107-Appvd Petition For Special Medication Authorization

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-13(e)(1) and/or 19a-79-13(e)(2) 161-Monitoring of Diabetes: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission

    • Safety and hazards

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

  7. Feb 24, 2022Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  8. Feb 16, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

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

  9. Sep 18, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Aug 28, 2019Inspection6 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(ii) 034-Authorized Released Permission

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

    • Records and paperwork

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

Show 10 earlier visits
  1. Oct 25, 2018Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

    • 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

  2. Jan 22, 2018Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  3. Jan 19, 2018Inspection3 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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff

    • Health, medication and illness

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

  4. May 5, 2017Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-7a 046-Peeling Paint Observed

    • Health, medication and illness

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

  5. Sep 15, 2016Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training

    • Records and paperwork

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

    • Records and paperwork

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

    • Records and paperwork

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

    • 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-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed

  6. Oct 21, 2015Inspection5 rules cited
    • 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-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)

    • 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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(5) 070-Rugs Secured

  7. Nov 10, 2014Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(5) 070-Rugs Secured

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-7a(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number

    • 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)(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

  8. Oct 24, 2013Inspection3 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

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

  9. Apr 9, 2012Inspection3 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(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(d)(5) 054-Glass Protected to 36

  10. Oct 17, 2011Inspection13 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Records and paperwork

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection

    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-4a(a)(4) 018-Disciplinary Actions

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4) 012-Menus

    • 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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6) 041-Proper Refrigeration 45 degrees

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 First Congregational Preschool

Is First Congregational Preschool licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed January 14, 2010.

When was First Congregational Preschool last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on April 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has First Congregational Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 4 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 First Congregational Preschool care for?

64, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.

What are First Congregational Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does First Congregational Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 634-8886 to ask.

What is First Congregational Preschool's phone number?

(203) 634-8886.

Where is First Congregational Preschool?

62 Colony Street, Meriden, CT 06451. The nearest other daycare we list is Boys & Girls Club of Meriden Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.

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