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Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton

10 Progress Dr Ste 1c, Shelton, CT 064845.0· 3 reviews
licensed capacity
62
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2024
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About Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton

Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton is a licensed child care center in Shelton, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since April 2, 2024, for up to 62 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-school

Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: six weeks through school age
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
62 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks through school age
ProgramsAfter-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
EnrichmentArts, sports, and STEM projects
StaffExperienced and certified early childhood educators
Licensed capacity62 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
62 children
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2024
License number
#DCCC.70749
See the state's record

Summary

2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 8, 2026: 7 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Food and nutrition 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. Jan 8, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
    • Background checks

      19a-79-4a(b) 021- Comprehensive background checks

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g)(1) 104- Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(e)(1) 030-Designated Director

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2-3) 159- Non-Prescription Topical Medications

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  2. Oct 8, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(k)(5) 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(5) 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment

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 Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton

Is Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed April 2, 2024.

When was Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on January 8, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 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 Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton care for?

62, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.

What are Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (475) 882-2020 to ask.

What is Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton's phone number?

(475) 882-2020.

Where is Once Upon A Time Development Center-Shelton?

10 Progress Dr Ste 1c, Shelton, CT 06484. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Horizons Childrens Ctr @ Enterprise Co TWR, 0.2 miles away.

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