Tom Hargrove & Anita Grover MD CDC at the New Canaan YMCA
564 South Ave, New Canaan, CT
New Canaan Community Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 51
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 1970
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About
About New Canaan Community Preschool
New Canaan Community Preschool is a licensed child care center in New Canaan, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since February 9, 1970, for up to 51 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. It describes its programs: pre-k and preschool.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KSchool-age
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 51 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K and preschool |
| Curriculum | The Project Approach |
| Enrichment | Classroom yoga, weekly Spanish lessons, bi-monthly music with Kwame (African drummer) |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 51 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
New Canaan Community Preschool has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for New Canaan Community Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 51 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 1970
- License number
- #DCCC.13412
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 12, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 2 visits · 3 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Nov 12, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
- Sep 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 26, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
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)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet
- Oct 11, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 17, 2021Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-7a(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
- Sep 16, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 28, 2019InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 19, 2018Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-7a 090-Peeling Paint Observed
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
Jan 17, 2018Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number
- Jan 17, 2017InspectionNo rules cited
Show 5 earlier visits
Sep 6, 2016Inspection2 rules cited
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
Mar 24, 2016Inspection3 rules cited
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-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
May 21, 2015Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
- Feb 26, 2014InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 13, 2012InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about New Canaan Community Preschool
Is New Canaan Community Preschool licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed February 9, 1970.
When was New Canaan Community Preschool last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on November 12, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has New Canaan Community Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 of 2 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 New Canaan Community Preschool care for?
51, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
What are New Canaan Community Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does New Canaan Community Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 966-3010 to ask.
What is New Canaan Community Preschool's phone number?
(203) 966-3010.
Where is New Canaan Community Preschool?
77 Old Norwalk Rd, New Canaan, CT 06840. The nearest other daycare we list is Tom Hargrove & Anita Grover MD CDC at the New Canaan YMCA, 0.8 miles away.