Tender Years Too Child Development Center
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The Preschool Center
- licensed capacity
- 45
- open each week
- 5 days
- year first licensed
- 1978
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About
About The Preschool Center
The Preschool Center is a licensed child care center in Southbury, Connecticut. The state has licensed it since January 24, 1978, for up to 45 children, serving preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach.
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Ages served: preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- Hours today
- 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 45 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | PreschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Low teacher-to-student ratio of about 1:6 |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 45 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Preschool Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Preschool Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center
- Capacity
- 45 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers
- First licensed
- 1978
- License number
- #DCCC.13423
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Oct 24, 2025: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 14 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Transportation 1
- 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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Oct 24, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
19a-79-7a(b)(6) 065- Space not approved-not used for field trips-written parent permission
19a-79-7a(e)(7-9) 094- Lighting
19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F) 035- Consultants
19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7) 011-Policies- complete, implemented
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 086- Water temperature 60 ℉ – 120 ℉
Dec 17, 2024Follow-up visit2 rules cited
19a-79-9a(b)(4)(A-B) 163- Medication Administration Records (MAR)
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff
Dec 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff
19a-79-9a(b)(5)(A-B) 164- Labeling and storage
19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B) 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission
Nov 17, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents
19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) 032-Enrollment Information
19a-79-3a(e)(9) 015-Radon Test
Dec 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents
Feb 1, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-7a(e)(18) 080-Operable CO Detector on Each Level
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) 049-Lead Water Test/Bottled Water
- Oct 5, 2020InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 14, 2020Inspection2 rules cited
19a-79-7a(e)(10) 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
Apr 2, 2019Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
- May 4, 2018InspectionNo rules cited
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May 3, 2018Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
May 3, 2018Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) 003-Annual Staff Training
19a-79-7a(e)(3) 067-Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degrees
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
Sep 13, 2017Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-4a(c)(5)(A) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(5)(B) 022-Group Size: Maximum 20 Children
Oct 14, 2016Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-9a(b)(7) 107-Appvd Petition For Special Medication Authorization
19a-79-13(a) 154-Monitoring of Diabetes: Written Policies/Procedures
19a-79-9a 097-Administration of Medications: Written Policies/Procedures
Nov 18, 2015Inspection3 rules cited
19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) 006-Policies
19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d) 044-First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field Trip
Jan 29, 2015Inspection4 rules cited
19a-79-3a(d)(1) 007-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff
19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents
19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) 027-Logs/Visits Documented
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
- Sep 4, 2014Follow-up visitNo rules cited
Apr 4, 2014Inspection3 rules cited
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)(7) 093-Outdoor Play Area Protected/Fenced
19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E) 038-Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)
Oct 16, 2012Inspection1 rule cited
19a-79-2a(c)(7) 001-Local Health Inspection
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FAQ
Questions about The Preschool Center
Is The Preschool Center licensed?
Yes. Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed January 24, 1978.
When was The Preschool Center last inspected?
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing lists the most recent visit on October 24, 2025, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Preschool Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 4 of 4 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 Preschool Center care for?
45, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers.
What are The Preschool Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Preschool Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (203) 264-4749 to ask.
What is The Preschool Center's phone number?
(203) 264-4749.
Where is The Preschool Center?
283 Main St N, Southbury, CT 06488. The nearest other daycare we list is Tender Years Too Child Development Center, 0.5 miles away.