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60 Long Lane, Middletown, CT
3.9· 7 reviews
Little Bear's Adventure Center
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2023
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About
About Little Bear's Adventure Center
Little Bear's Adventure Center is a licensed child care center in Portland, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since August 17, 2023, for up to 60 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 36 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Bear's Adventure Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Bear's Adventure Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2023
- License number
- #DCCC.70722
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 31, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 36 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Records and paperwork 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Food and nutrition 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 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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- Jul 31, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 30, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Apr 17, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
19a-79-10(c)(3) 119- Group size- max 8 (6wks-24mths), max 10 (24-36mths)
Apr 7, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
19a-79-3a(a) 002-Ensuring the safety & health of children
19a-79-3a(b)(7)(C) 008-Child protection
Mar 19, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
19a-79-7a(d)(10)(A-H) 082- Toileting
19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission
19a-79-7a(g)(1) 104- Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust
19a-79-7a(a)(2) 062- Fire marshal codes/certificate
19a-79-3a(d)6)(C), (e)(1-6), 7a(e)(17), 10(g)(8) 018-Postings
Feb 5, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
19a-79-2a(c)(8) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-8a-(a)(1-11)-(b) 116- Educational requirements
19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff
19a-79-5a(2)(C) 039- Immunization records
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children
19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2) 035- Consultants
19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep
19a-79-3a(e)(1-6) 018-Postings
Nov 12, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
19a-79-10(l)(2) 138- Outdoor equip. dev. appropriate
Aug 22, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
Feb 26, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(d)(8) 057-Individual Storage of Clothing/Bedding
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-79-7a(d)(7) &/or 19a-79-7a(f)(3) 056-Exits/Hallways and Stairs Unobstructed
19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6) 041-Proper Refrigeration -45 degrees
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FAQ
Questions about Little Bear's Adventure Center
Is Little Bear's Adventure Center licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 17, 2023.
When was Little Bear's Adventure Center last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 31, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Bear's Adventure Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 36 rules across 7 of 9 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 Little Bear's Adventure Center care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Little Bear's Adventure Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Bear's Adventure Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 342-2273 to ask.
What is Little Bear's Adventure Center's phone number?
(860) 342-2273.
Where is Little Bear's Adventure Center?
1255 Portland Cobalt Rd, Portland, CT 06480. The nearest other daycare we list is Zion Lutheran Sunny Hill Preschool, 1.8 miles away.