Child Care Center
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Ballestrini Day Care Center
Waterford, CT
· New London County
90 ROPE FERRY ROAD,
Waterford, CT 06385
Quick Facts
Capacity
45 children
Age Range
2 years-12 years
Rate Range
Preschool (3 - 5 years) - $165<br/>
School Age (5-12 years) - $60<br/>
Type of Care
Preschool, School Age, Under 3 Years
Transportation
School Transportation
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Elevate Level
Member
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.14322
Active Through
Apr 30, 2030
Issued By
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Accreditation
NAEYC
District Office
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing
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About the Provider
The Ballestrini preschool program goals have been developed to promote the emotional, social, intellectual, and physical development of each child. We hold the philosophy that each child is a unique individual with a variety of interests, needs, and abilities. When developing lesson plans and curriculum, we take into account each child's characteristics.
Additional Information:
Education Level(s): Elementary Education, Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, CDD-Child Development Degree, Master's Degree, Associates Degree
Hours of Operation
- Monday06:30:00-18:00:00
- Tuesday06:30:00-18:00:00
- Wednesday06:30:00-18:00:00
- Thursday06:30:00-18:00:00
- Friday06:30:00-18:00:00
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Case # | Resolution Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-10 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2795760 | IN PROCESS |
| 2025-05-15 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2592624 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(h)(1-9)] - There shall be access to a minimum of seventy-five (75) square feet per child of outdoor space for the number of children using the space at any one time. The outdoor area shall be fenced or protected for safety. Outdoor play equipment shall have a shock absorbing surface, under and around, that shall effectively cushion the fall of a child, except where the child is sitting or standing at ground level. The shock absorbing surface shall be maintained at a depth of at least eight inches, be free of water and not allowed to become compacted. Acceptable shock absorbing surfaces may include mulch, sand, and wood chips. Synthetic material that is less than eight inches in depth, including but not limited to, rubber mats or tiles may be acceptable surfaces provided the operator maintains documentation on the licensed premises that the synthetic material is manufactured for this purpose, installed in accordance with the manufacturer�s specifications and sufficient to cus | |||
| 2024-03-28 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2378743 | Closed No Violations |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2023-03-23 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2210536 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(e)(5)] - Walls, ceilings, floors and rugs shall be maintained in a state of good repair and be washable or easily cleanable. - 069-Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair | |||
| 2022-06-09 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2088011 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a] - The building, equipment and services shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards. - 045-License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe [19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8)] - Every area used by children shall be adequately ventilated and have a thermometer affixed to the wall. The ambient air temperature shall be at least sixty-five (65) degrees Fahrenheit. - 066-Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed | |||
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