Cherrys Learning Tree
141 Franklin St, Stamford, CT
Play To Learn Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 61
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2018
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About
About Play To Learn Childcare
Play To Learn Childcare is a licensed child care center in Stamford, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since April 4, 2018, for up to 61 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, part-time care, pre-k and toddler care.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-age
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 61 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, part-time care, pre-k and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Potty training: Toddlers begin and continue potty training in the program. Extended care: Saturday Academy (limited time offer) |
| Licensed capacity | 61 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Play To Learn Childcare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Play To Learn Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 61 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- First licensed
- 2018
- License number
- #DCCC.70403
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 24, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 25 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Safety and hazards 3
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Mar 24, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission
19a-79-4a(a)(2), (h)(1-2) 033-Professional development
19a-79-4a(b) 021- Comprehensive background checks
19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep
May 12, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5) 136- Feeding
19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) 111- Outdoor space
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
Nov 25, 2024Visit1 rule cited
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(i-iv) 037- Parent Permissions
Apr 30, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
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)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19-79-6a(a)(6);19a-79-7a(d)(4)];19a-79-7a(e)(16) 052-All Openings for Ventilation Screened
19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks
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-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change
19a-79-3a(e)(9) 015-Radon Test
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
Jul 27, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet
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-79-3a 001b-Administration-Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-9a(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2) 101-Med Trained Staff/Certificates
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks
19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6) 041-Proper Refrigeration -45 degrees
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
Jun 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change
Jul 25, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
- Feb 17, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 14, 2021Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Nov 29, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
Show 7 earlier visits
- Sep 27, 2021Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Sep 24, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
19a-79-3a 001b-Administration
19a-79-10(j) 135-Infants Held for Bottles/Indiv. Attn/Tummy Time
19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) 129-Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping
19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards
19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed
- Oct 9, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 7, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2019Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Oct 7, 2019Inspection5 rules cited
19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-4a(d)(1) 023-Designated Director
19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
Nov 26, 2018Inspection7 rules cited
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-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
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FAQ
Questions about Play To Learn Childcare
Is Play To Learn Childcare licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed April 4, 2018.
When was Play To Learn Childcare last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on March 24, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Play To Learn Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 4 of 4 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 Play To Learn Childcare care for?
61, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
What are Play To Learn Childcare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Play To Learn Childcare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 832-3519 to ask.
What is Play To Learn Childcare's phone number?
(203) 832-3519.
Where is Play To Learn Childcare?
20 Forest St, Stamford, CT 06901. The nearest other daycare we list is Ordered Steps Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.