Star Cubs Child Development Center
169 Main St, Meriden, CT
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Meriden YMCA Infant & Toddler Center is a licensed child care center in Meriden, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since February 2, 2009, for up to 40 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 36 months |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care and toddler care |
| Staff | Minimum two staff on-site certified in First Aid, CPR, and Administration of Medication |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Assistance it accepts | Care4Kids |
| Parent updates | Parent app (TeachingStrategies tadpoles) |
| Licensed capacity | 40 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Meriden YMCA Infant & Toddler Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 28 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-79-7a(e)(5) 088- Walls/ceilings/floors/rugs-clean, good repair
19a-79-7a(c)(5)(A-C) 069- Water supply- water testing
19a-79-7a(a)(2) 062- Fire marshal codes/certificate
19a-79-10(e)(1-10) 128- Diapering
19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented
19a-79-3a(b)(7)(C) 008-Child protection
19a-79-4a(d)(3)(A-C) 026- Personal qualities of staff
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(D) 021a-Supervision
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-10(e)(4) 120-Washed/Disinfected
19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-7a(d)(11)(E) 064-Hand Washing After Toileting: Staff/Children
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
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-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 070-Rugs Secured
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-9a(a)(3) 100-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-7a(d)(5) 054-Glass Protected to 36
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-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
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(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
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-79-10(g) 61-Under Three Endorsement- Sleep arrangements
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed
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-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
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-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-9a(a) 48-Administration of Medications- Nonprescription topical medication
19a-79-10(h) 62-Under Three Endorsement- Toys & other objects
19a-79-4a(g) 28-Staffing- Professional development
19a-79-4a(a) 19-Staffing- Staff file on premise
19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-3a(e)(4) 011-Food Service Certificate
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-10(e)(4) 120-Washed/Disinfected
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-79-7a(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(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)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed
19a-79-7a(d)(2) 050-Walkways Maintained
19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-3a(b) 06-Administration- Responsibility of overall management & operation
19a-79-7a(e) 38-Physical Plant- Environmental requirements
19a-79-10(e) 59-Under Three Endorsement- Diapering & toileting
19a-79-10(g) 61-Under Three Endorsement- Sleep arrangements
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
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(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2) 101-Med Trained Staff/Certificates
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(e)(11) 077-Garbage/Rubbish Disposed Daily
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(A) thru (C) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 021-Ratio: 1 Staff to 10 Children
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 070-Rugs Secured
19a-79-4a(e)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(f) 025-First Aid Trained Staff
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-3a 001b-Administration
19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) 066-Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-10(k)(2) 137-Unused Portions of Liquids Discarded
19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits
19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible
19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4) 128-Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical Documentation
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 114-Free Standing Cribs
19a-79-10(c)(4) 112-Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors)
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(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
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-79-7a(h)(7) 093-Outdoor Play Area Protected/Fenced
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(e)(11) 077-Garbage/Rubbish Disposed Daily
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) 070-Rugs Secured
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-7a(e)(4) 068-Portable Space Heaters
19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-4a(e)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(f) 025-First Aid Trained Staff
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
19a-79-4a 015c-Staffing
19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) 066-Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible
19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4
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-79-9a(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(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-9a(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2) 101-Med Trained Staff/Certificates
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)(14) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(15) 079-Pets: Maintained/Care Plan
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(d)(7) &/or 19a-79-7a(f)(3) 056-Exits/Hallways and Stairs Unobstructed
19a-79-7a(d)(3) 051-Designated Staff Toilet/Sink
19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-3a(e)(3) 010-OEC Complaint Procedure
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-10(e) 59-Under Three Endorsement- Diapering & toileting
19a-79-3a(a) 05-Administration- Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
19a-79-10(d) 58-Under Three Endorsement- Special equipment
19a-79-7a(c) 36-Physical Plant- General requirements
19a-79-4a(c) 22-Staffing- Ratios
19a-79-5a(a) 30-Record Keeping- Responsibility for maintain children's records
19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision
19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures
19a-79-3a(b) 06-Administration- Responsibility of overall management & operation
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FAQ
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 2, 2009.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on July 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 6 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.
40, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 379-0651 to ask.
(203) 379-0651.
95 Main St, Meriden, CT 06451. The nearest other daycare we list is Star Cubs Child Development Center, 0.2 miles away.