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Smart Start Learning Center

238 W Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT 068514.8· 17 reviews
licensed capacity
63
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2025
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About Smart Start Learning Center

Smart Start Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Norwalk, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since April 15, 2025, for up to 63 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: preschool. It says it provides meals.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
63 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 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
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license
ProgramsPreschool
StaffExceptional, certified teachers
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyCameras / live video for parents (Livestreaming)
Assistance it acceptsCare4Kids
Licensed capacity63 childrenFrom the state license
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Tuition and costs

Smart Start Learning Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Smart Start Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
63 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2025
License number
#DCCC.70829
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 14 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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. Sep 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 14, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  3. Jul 6, 2026Follow-up visit1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(1) 012-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff

  4. Jun 25, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(2) 025- Two staff present - age 18 or older

  5. Apr 16, 2026Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  6. Mar 31, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2) 024- Designated head teacher - 60%

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(2) 025- Two staff present - age 18 or older

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(c)(1-4) 010-Notification of Change

    • Background checks

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

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-7a(c)(5)(A-C) 069- Water supply- water testing

    • Supervision and ratios

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

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g)(1-8) 130- Safe Sleep

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(2), (h)(1-2) 033-Professional development

    • Health, medication and illness

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

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 Smart Start Learning Center

Is Smart Start Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed April 15, 2025.

When was Smart Start Learning Center last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Smart Start Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 3 of 6 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 Smart Start Learning Center care for?

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

What are Smart Start Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Smart Start Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 354-0899 to ask.

What is Smart Start Learning Center's phone number?

(203) 354-0899.

Where is Smart Start Learning Center?

238 W Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT 06851. The nearest other daycare we list is Tutor Time Child Care Learning Centers - Norwalk, 0.4 miles away.

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