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The Learning Den

174 Willimantic Rd, Chaplin, CT 06235
licensed capacity
59
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2025
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About The Learning Den

The Learning Den is a licensed child care center in Chaplin, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since August 1, 2025, for up to 59 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

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

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageOpens before 7 AM

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
Closed today
Licensed capacity
59 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity59 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

The Learning Den has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Learning Den

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
59 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2025
License number
#DCCC.70848
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 10, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 3 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Aug 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. May 27, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A) 006-Child behavior management

  4. May 27, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A) 006-Child behavior management

  5. May 14, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c)(2) 118- Ratios- 1:4 (6wks-24mths), 1:5 (24-36mths)

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(4)(A-B) and (d)(6) 027- Ratios

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 The Learning Den

Is The Learning Den licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed August 1, 2025.

When was The Learning Den last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on August 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Learning Den had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 5 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 Den care for?

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

What are The Learning Den's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Learning Den cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 465-9871 to ask.

What is The Learning Den's phone number?

(860) 465-9871.

Where is The Learning Den?

174 Willimantic Rd, Chaplin, CT 06235. The nearest other daycare we list is Felicia M Spicer, 2.3 miles away.

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