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The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret

189 Pomfret St, Pomfret Center, CT 062593.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
39
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2015

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About The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret

The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret is a licensed child care center in Pomfret Center, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since March 12, 2015, for up to 39 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 20 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

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
39 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity39 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Child Care Center
Capacity
39 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
First licensed
2015
License number
#DCCC.70224
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Summary

2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 26, 2025: 13 rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 20 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Food and nutrition 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 26, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) 019-Staff Health Records

    • Staff training and qualifications

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) 166- Unused/Expired meds-destroyed/returned

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-6a(a)(3) 048- Proper Refrigeration -41 degrees

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(7-9) 094- Lighting

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(8) 001-Local Health Inspection

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(6) 004-Employee orientation for new program staff

    • 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-79-5a(2)(C) 039- Immunization records

  2. Jun 17, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked

  3. Jul 20, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)] thru [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(D) 003b-Managing Child Behavior/Child Protection

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records

    • 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)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible

  4. Sep 14, 2022Follow-up visit6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Background checks

      19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) 066-Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space

    • Safety and hazards

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

  5. Sep 9, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      Public Act 19-106 015a-Dev.Milestones

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate

    • Background checks

      19a-79-4a(b) 018b-Background Checks

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space

  6. Oct 22, 2021Follow-up visit2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development

  7. Sep 1, 2021Inspection11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(c)(1), 19a-79-11(f)&/or19a-79-12(b)(1) 019-Designated Head Teacher/60%

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training

  8. Aug 18, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Dec 10, 2019Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  10. Dec 4, 2019Inspection6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-3a(e)(2) 009-Current Fire Marshal Certificate

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

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

Show 12 earlier visits
  1. Mar 11, 2019InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jan 30, 2019Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  3. Jan 3, 2019Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR

  4. Dec 21, 2018VisitNo rules cited
  5. Jun 26, 2018Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      164-CO/NCAP Compliance Violation(s)

  6. Jan 22, 2018Inspection24 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits

    • Food and nutrition

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-6a(a)(7) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(11) 043-Hand Washing Before Eating/Food Handling

    • Health, medication and illness

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a 097-Administration of Medications: Written Policies/Procedures

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(d)(3) 051-Designated Staff Toilet/Sink

    • 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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(E) 104-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Unused/Expired Meds Returned/Disposed

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(c)(1), 19a-79-11(f)&/or19a-79-12(b)(1) 019-Designated Head Teacher/60%

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training

  7. Nov 17, 2017Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(c) 10-Administration-Notification of changes

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(i) 63-Under Three Endorsement- Health consultants

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(g) 28-Staffing- Professional development

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-5a(a) 30-Record Keeping- Responsibility for maintain children's records

  8. Oct 24, 2017Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d) 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures

    • Other rules

      19a-79-3a(a) 05-Administration- Ensuring the safety, health & development of children

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(g) 28-Staffing- Professional development

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g) 61-Under Three Endorsement- Sleep arrangements

  9. Jul 6, 2017Inspection28 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 002-New Staff/Employee Orientation

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(g)(1) 127-Under 12 Months Placed on Back for Sleeping

    • Discipline and child guidance

      19a-79-10(j) 135-Infants Held for Bottles/Indiv. Attn/Tummy Time

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-10(i) 134-Health Consultant/Documentation of Visits

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-10(h)(2) 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-10(d)(1) 113-Adequate Sinks in Program Space

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(5) 103-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(3) 100-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19-79-6a(a)(6) and/or 19a-79-7a 052-All Openings for Ventilation Screened

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip

    • Food and nutrition

      19a-79-10(d)(2)(C) 116-Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking Tray

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g) 017-Professional Development

    • Safety and hazards

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

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies

    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-7a(g)(2) 083-Cots Stored/Maintained/Adequate Number

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(5) 070-Rugs Secured

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(c) 005-Notification of Change

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents

    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records

  10. Dec 21, 2016Follow-up visit1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed

  11. Nov 9, 2016Inspection16 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3) 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(d)(11) 062-Required Toilets/Sinks/Supplies

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(d)(10) 060-Approved Safety Outlets/Covers

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-7a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(a)(4) 047-Lead Management Plan Reviewed

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(3) 039-Injury/Illness/Accident Reports

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB

    • Safe sleep

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(7) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(8) 124-Hand Washing Policy Posted/Followed

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10) 123-Diaper Changing Policy Posted/Followed

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a 097-Administration of Medications: Written Policies/Procedures

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(g) 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(1) 023-Designated Director

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) 066-Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed

  12. Feb 17, 2016Inspection10 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      19a-79-9a(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2) 101-Med Trained Staff/Certificates

    • Safety and hazards

      19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      19a-79-7a(e)(9) 075-Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter Proof

    • 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)

    • Supervision and ratios

      19a-79-4a(d)(1) 023-Designated Director

    • Records and paperwork

      19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) 016-Staff Health Records

    • Safe sleep

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

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR

    • Health, medication and illness

      19a-79-9a(a)(2) 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR

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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Is The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret licensed?

Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed March 12, 2015.

When was The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret last inspected?

Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on September 26, 2025, with 13 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 2 of 2 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 Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret care for?

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

What are The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (860) 928-0410 to ask.

What is The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret's phone number?

(860) 928-0410.

Where is The Owl's Nest Day School - Pomfret?

189 Pomfret St, Pomfret Center, CT 06259. The nearest other daycare we list is Children At Rectory, 0.9 miles away.

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