Child Care Center
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Creative Minds Early Childhood Center
Fairfield, CT
· Fairfield County
234 GREENFIELD ST,
Fairfield, CT 06825-4470
Quick Facts
Capacity
48 children
Age Range
6 weeks-10 years
Rate Range
Infant / Toddler (< 3 years) - $310<br/> Preschool (3 - 5 years) - $250<br/>
Type of Care
Preschool, School Age, Under 3 Years
Transportation
Walking Distance to School
Languages
English, French, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Elevate Level
Member
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.70116
Active Through
Jul 31, 2029
Issued By
Connecticut Department of Public Health
District Office
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing
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About the Provider
Creative Minds offers the Creative Curriculum Teaching Strategies one of the top curriculum across the country, and a variety of activities and equipment for children. We have multiple equipment for gross motor skills and fine motor skills, hold free play, handheld computer for Pre-K, manipulative toys and blocks, a covered deck, five playgrounds, and we are surrounded by nature which allows us to experience natural science education, tricycles and more. Please come by and observe first hand what your child can do at CMECC!
Additional Information:
Activities/Equipment: Creative Minds offers a variety of activities and equipment for children. We have multiple equipment for gross motor skills and fine motor skills, hold free play, have handheld computer for Pre-K, manipulative toys and blocks, backyard playground, back patio with tricycles and more. Please come by and observe first hand what your child can do at CMECC!
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Hours of Operation
- Monday07:00:00-18:00:00
- Tuesday07:00:00-18:00:00
- Wednesday07:00:00-18:00:00
- Thursday07:00:00-18:00:00
- Friday07:00:00-18:00:00
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Case # | Resolution Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2827388 | Corrective Action Plan |
| 2025-08-12 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2639968 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] - An individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities when it is necessary that special care be taken or provided while a child is in attendance shall be developed and implemented with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary. The plan shall include appropriate care of the child to prevent and respond to a medical or other emergency and shall be signed by the parent and program staff responsible for the care of the child. - 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff [19a-79-7a(c)(5)(A-C)] - Water supply, food service and sewage disposal facilities shall be adequate, safe and in compliance with all applicable sections of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Water from at least one drinking fountain or drinking, beverage and food preparation sink, and from two such sources if the facility has more than one, shall be tested every two years for lead content. The water sample shall hav | |||
| 2024-09-03 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - PARTIAL | 2460635 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2024-06-13 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2419944 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2024-06-10 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2418293 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g)] - A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include documentation of professional development for each program staff person who cares for the children, including new employee orientation and annual training for current staff on programs policies, plans and procedures. Professional development for program staff shall be required for one (1) per cent of the total annual hours worked. The operator of the child care center or group child care home shall develop, implement and maintain a written plan for professional development in child care. The operator shall have documentation of a professional development plan for each program staff member which shall be maintained on site at the facility and made available for review. - 017-Professional Development [19a-79-4a(c)(4)(A) thru (C) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)] - There shall be at least one (1) program staff person for every te | |||
| 2023-06-26 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2252017 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2023-06-20 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2249336 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1)] - Soft surfaces and gas-trapping objects such as pillows, quilts, sheepskins, soft bumpers or stuffed toys shall not be placed under or with an infant for sleeping and shall be kept out of the infant's crib or bed. - 130-Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards [19a-79-7a(d)(5)] - Any unprotected glass doors, windows or mirrors to which children have access shall be protected. - 054-Glass Protected to 36 [19a-79-10(k)(5)] - Each child's bottle shall be individually identified with the child's name. - 140-Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name [19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3)] - The diapering area shall be an elevated sturdy table or counter equipped with a safety rail. Infants and toddlers shall be diapered at a diapering area used only for this purpose and located in the program area. Each diapering area shall have a non-porous surface and be kept in good repair. - 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use [19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g)] | |||
| 2022-12-12 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2167570 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-4a(b)] - A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include evidence that the necessary information and documentation specified by the Office of Early Childhood in order to conduct background checks has been submitted. The operator shall provide to the Office of Early Childhood any information obtained concerning substantiated child abuse or neglect records or criminal convictions upon request. - 018b-Background Checks | |||
| 2022-08-08 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2112455 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(k)(3)] - Clean bottles shall be provided by the parent(s) unless the facility uses disposable bottles or has a dishwasher or dishwashing system approved by the local health director to wash bottles. - 138-Clean Bottles/Disp. Bottles/Approved Bottle Washing [19a-79-3a] - The operator of the child care center or group child care home shall be responsible for compliance with the requirements of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies and applicable endorsements in such a manner as to ensure the safety, health and development of the children while in the operator's care. - 001b-Administration [19a-79-4a(e)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(f)] - At all times the child care center or group child care home is in operation, there shall be present at least one (1) staff member who has successfully completed within the past three years an Office of Early Childhood approved first aid course. The child care center or group child care home shall keep on file written verification of compliance w | |||
| 2021-11-17 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2016496 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)] - The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include a health record that shall include date of birth, a physical examination form, an immunization record, and information regarding disabilities or special health care needs. - 037-Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB [19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3)] - The operator shall be responsible for the overall management and operation of the child care center or group child care home in accordance with applicable state and local laws and regulations and shall require participation by new staff in employee orientation. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group chil | |||
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