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Little Explorers Academy
- licensed capacity
- 78
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2025
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About
About Little Explorers Academy
Little Explorers Academy is a licensed child care center in Putnam, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since August 7, 2025, for up to 78 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 1 visit in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campCameras for parentsSTEM / STEAMOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 78 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (live video viewable securely through the app) |
| Parent updates | Cameras / live video for parents (live video viewable securely through the app) |
| Licensed capacity | 78 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Little Explorers Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Explorers Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 78 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2025
- License number
- #DCCC.70850
Summary
1 visit in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 11, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 1 visit · 9 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Aug 11, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
19a-79-10(e)(1-10) 128- Diapering
19a-79-4a(a)(1) 019-Staff Health Records
19a-79-10(i)(1)(2A-C) 135- Health consultant visits/documentation
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
19a-79-4a(a)(2), (h)(1-2) 033-Professional development
19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A)-(C) 036- Children's Enrollment information
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children
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FAQ
Questions about Little Explorers Academy
Is Little Explorers Academy licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 7, 2025.
When was Little Explorers Academy last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on August 11, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 1 visit in the last 3 years.
Has Little Explorers Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 1 of 1 visit 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 Explorers Academy care for?
78, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Little Explorers Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Explorers Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 933-2738 to ask.
What is Little Explorers Academy's phone number?
(860) 933-2738.
Where is Little Explorers Academy?
37 Kennedy Dr Ste F, Putnam, CT 06260. The nearest other daycare we list is Linda's House Pediatric Daycare & Preschool, 0.1 miles away.