Smart Start Learning Center
238 W Rocks Rd, Norwalk, CT
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St Paul Christian School is a licensed child care center in Westport, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since September 13, 1976, for up to 96 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with preschool and toddler care.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Two's through Five's |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Faith-based (St. Paul Lutheran Church), STEM / STEAM |
| Enrichment | Creative movement, Spanish, music |
| Daily life | Extended care: Extended Day Enrichment 1:00-3:00 pm; Early Care 8:00-9:00 am; After Care until 3:00 pm |
| Licensed capacity | 96 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
St Paul Christian School has not listed its tuition.
State record
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 30, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 11 rules in all
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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19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children
19a-79-4a(b) 021- Comprehensive background checks
19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) 166- Unused/Expired meds-destroyed/returned
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-3a 001b-Administration-Ensuring the safety, health & development of children
19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(e)(6) 071-Hot Water/Steam Pipes Protected
19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits
19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-10(c)(4) 112-Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors)
19a-79-10(c)(3) 111-Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8
19a-79-6a(a)(9) 042-Kitchen Separated
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
19a-79-7a(e)(6) 071-Hot Water/Steam Pipes Protected
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-7a(e)(6) 071-Hot Water/Steam Pipes Protected
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-10(c)(4) 112-Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors)
19a-79-10(c)(3) 111-Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-4a(d)(1) 023-Designated Director
19a-79-4a(c)(4)(A) thru (C) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 021-Ratio: 1 Staff to 10 Children
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-7a(e)(9) 075-Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter Proof
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(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) 092-Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
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(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number
19a-79-7a(e)(9) 075-Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter Proof
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-4a(d)(1) 023-Designated Director
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-79-10(h)(2) 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4
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FAQ
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 13, 1976.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on January 30, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 3 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.
96, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 227-7920 to ask.
(203) 227-7920.
41 Easton Rd, Westport, CT 06880. The nearest other daycare we list is Westport-Weston Coop Nursery School, 0.6 miles away.