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Northford Preschool Academy

1355 Middletown Ave, Northford, CT 064725.0· 11 reviews
licensed capacity
27
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2011
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About Northford Preschool Academy

Northford Preschool Academy is a licensed child care center in Northford, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since August 12, 2011, for up to 27 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with preschool and toddler care.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-age

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
27 children

Hours

Hours

Monday8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Thursday8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Friday8:30 AM to 3:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsPreschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumRead, Play and Learn
EnrichmentArt, music and yoga
StaffCertified teacher
Licensed capacity27 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Northford Preschool Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Northford Preschool Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
27 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2011
License number
#DCCC.70002
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Summary

2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 3, 2025: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 6 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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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  1. Dec 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants

  2. Dec 10, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(e)(1-6) 018-Postings

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) 019-Staff Health Records

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(a)(2) 062- Fire marshal codes/certificate

  3. Oct 3, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records

  4. Nov 2, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented

  5. Oct 6, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

  6. Oct 6, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Dec 9, 2019Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)

  8. Mar 13, 2019InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 16, 2018Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(e)(6) 013-Emergency Plans

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development

  10. Jun 5, 2017Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate

Show 6 earlier visits
  1. Sep 26, 2016Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

  2. Dec 23, 2015Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection

  3. Mar 25, 2015Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents

  4. Apr 2, 2014Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR

  5. Jan 7, 2013Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented

  6. Nov 18, 2011Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies

Copied from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing on October 1, 2026; the state's records start around Mar 1990. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Northford Preschool Academy

Is Northford Preschool Academy licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 12, 2011.

When was Northford Preschool Academy last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on December 3, 2025, with 1 rule cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Northford Preschool Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 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 Northford Preschool Academy care for?

27, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

What are Northford Preschool Academy'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 Northford Preschool Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 208-1306 to ask.

What is Northford Preschool Academy's phone number?

(203) 208-1306.

Where is Northford Preschool Academy?

1355 Middletown Ave, Northford, CT 06472. The nearest other daycare we list is Twin Lake Children's Center - Forest Road, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing (license and visits).