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The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool

980 Rubber Ave, Naugatuck, CT 067704.1· 27 reviews
licensed capacity
76
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2022

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About The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool

The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool is a licensed child care center in Naugatuck, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since October 4, 2022, for up to 76 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
76 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

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity76 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
76 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2022
License number
#DCCC.70670
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 10, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 20 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 8
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Safe sleep 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. Mar 10, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 095- Potentially hazardous substances, materials – labeled, inaccessible to children

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

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

  2. May 30, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(1-10) 128- Diapering

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)6)(C), (e)(1-6), 7a(e)(17), 10(g)(8) 018-Postings

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

  3. Jan 8, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(7)(C) 008-Child protection

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(d)(3)(A-C) 026- Personal qualities of staff

  4. Jun 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 19, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  6. Mar 5, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) 074-Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(d)(8) 057-Individual Storage of Clothing/Bedding

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(h)(7) 093-Outdoor Play Area Protected/Fenced

  7. Sep 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. May 9, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  9. Apr 25, 2023Visit2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c) 22-Staffing- Ratios

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(c) 24-Staffing- Supervision

  10. Feb 10, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-6a(a)(2) 040-Nutritious Snacks/Meals

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(k)(1) 136-Written Statement/Feeding Schedule from Parent

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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Questions about The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool

Is The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed October 4, 2022.

When was The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on March 10, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 4 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 The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool care for?

76, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

What are The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool'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 The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 489-0227 to ask.

What is The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool's phone number?

(203) 489-0227.

Where is The Learning Barn Childcare Center & Preschool?

980 Rubber Ave, Naugatuck, CT 06770. The nearest other daycare we list is Future Scholars - Rubber Ave, 0.7 miles away.

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