Debra Robison
Bridgeport, CT 06606 · takes infants · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5.0· 9 reviews
The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli)
- licensed capacity
- 41
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 2016
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About
About The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli)
The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli) is a licensed child care center in Fairfield, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since July 11, 2016, for up to 41 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 41 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 41 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli) has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli)
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 41 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- First licensed
- 2016
- License number
- #DCCC.70304
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 12, 2025: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 3 rules in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- 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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- Dec 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 31, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-7a(c)(2) 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
Nov 21, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet
19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) 089-Playground Free From Hazards
Jan 30, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
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
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits
19a-79-7a(e)(18) 080-Operable CO Detector on Each Level
19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use
19a-79-3a(e)(4) 011-Food Service Certificate
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
Mar 29, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-7a(e)(18) 080-Operable CO Detector on Each Level
19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records
19a-79-7a(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number
- Nov 2, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 10, 2019Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
- Feb 8, 2019InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 10, 2018Inspection6 rules cited
19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts
19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development
19a-79-3a(e)(9) 015-Radon Test
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate
Apr 28, 2017Inspection7 rules cited
19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4) 012-Menus
19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change
19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards
19a-79-7a(h)(2) 088-Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment
19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
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FAQ
Questions about The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli)
Is The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli) licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed July 11, 2016.
When was The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli) last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on December 12, 2025, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli) had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 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.
How many children can The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli) care for?
41, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
What are The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli)'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 The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli) cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 254-4028 to ask.
What is The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli)'s phone number?
(203) 254-4028.
Where is The Early Language and Literacy Initiative (Elli)?
1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT 06824. The nearest other daycare we list is Pumpkin Preschool, 0.6 miles away.