Lorraine E Reid
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Neighborhood Preschool is a licensed child care center in Middletown, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since June 28, 1989, for up to 64 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and preschool.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 4 months to Pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Infants & Toddlers program, teachers to children 1:3 |
| Staff | At least one teacher in each of the three programs holds a degree in early childhood education |
| Daily life | Snacks provided. Potty training: Toilet training not a prerequisite; staff trained to handle diapering and toileting |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | CT Care 4 Kids |
| Licensed capacity | 64 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Neighborhood Preschool has not listed its tuition.
State record
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 21 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(d)(4) 075- Glass and mirrors protected to 36
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
19a-79-10(i)(1)(2A-C) 135- Health consultant visits/documentation
19a-79-7a(g)(1) 104- Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust
19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep
19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
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-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change
19a-79-10(k)(1) 136-Written Statement/Feeding Schedule from Parent
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19-79-6a(a)(6) and/or 19a-79-7a 052-All Openings for Ventilation Screened
19a-79-7a(i) 085-Hot Tubs/Spas/Saunas: Locked/Inaccessible
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(A) 07-Administration- Managing Child Behavior
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-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-7a(d)(8) 057-Individual Storage of Clothing/Bedding
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-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-7a(d)(8) 057-Individual Storage of Clothing/Bedding
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip
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-79-3a 001b-Administration
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-7a(d)(7) &/or 19a-79-7a(f)(3) 056-Exits/Hallways and Stairs Unobstructed
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-3a(h) 015b-Access
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits
19a-79-7a(f)(1) &/or 19a-79-7a(f)(2) 081-Program Space/Adequate Sq. Ft. Per Child
19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
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-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
19a-79-7a(e)(14) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(15) 079-Pets: Maintained/Care Plan
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
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-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation
19a-79-7a(d)(7) &/or 19a-79-7a(f)(3) 056-Exits/Hallways and Stairs Unobstructed
19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-6a(a)(2) 040-Nutritious Snacks/Meals
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change
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-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip
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 046-Peeling Paint Observed
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
19a-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed
19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged
19a-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed
19a-79-7a(e)(6) 071-Hot Water/Steam Pipes Protected
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-10(g)(1) 127-Under 12 Months Placed on Back for Sleeping
19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
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-79-6a 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(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-7a(a)(3) &/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 091-Lead Management Plan Reviewed
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip
19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged
19a-79-7a(h)(7) 093-Outdoor Play Area Protected/Fenced
19a-79-9a(b) 098-Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med Training
19a-79-9a(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2) 101-Med Trained Staff/Certificates
19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name
19a-79-7a 090-Peeling Paint Observed
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(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)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-9a 097-Administration of Medications: Written Policies/Procedures
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-7a(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number
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(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers
19a-79-7a(d)(3) 051-Designated Staff Toilet/Sink
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-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(c)(4) 112-Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors)
19a-79-10(c)(3) 111-Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8
19a-79-4a(c)(5)(A) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(5)(B) 022-Group Size: Maximum 20 Children
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-6a(a)(2) 040-Nutritious Snacks/Meals
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged
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-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children
19a-79-10(c)(3) 111-Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8
19a-79-10(c)(4) 112-Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors)
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
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)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-9a(b) 098-Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med Training
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair
19a-79-7a(d)(5) 054-Glass Protected to 36
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
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Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
369 Butternut St, Middletown, CT
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Middletown, CT 06457 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed June 28, 1989.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 2 of 3 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.
64, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 685-3710 to ask.
(860) 685-3710.
60 Long Lane, Middletown, CT 06457. The nearest other daycare we list is The Butterfly Academy, 0.4 miles away.