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Happy Time Nursery School- Norwalk
Norwalk, CT
· Fairfield County
260 NEW CANAAN AVENUE,
Norwalk, CT 06850
Quick Facts
Capacity
68 children
Age Range
6 weeks-5 years
Rate Range
Infant / Toddler (< 3 years) - $297<br/>
Preschool (3 - 5 years) - $250<br/>
Type of Care
Preschool, School Age, Under 3 Years
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Elevate Level
Member
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.16062
Active Through
Mar 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
Our mission at Happy Time Nursery School is to nurture and educate your children in a safe, healthy, Christian environment that will prepare them for their school years. Working together in a partnership with Christian families in laying a truly solid foundation for your child to grow and build upon.
Additional Information:
Education Level(s): Elementary Education, Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, CDA-Child Development Associate, Associates Degree
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Tuesday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Wednesday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Thursday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Friday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Case # | Resolution Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-30 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - PARTIAL | 2823831 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(d)(6)-(f)(3)] - Exit doorways, stairs or hallways shall not be blocked by furniture, toys or play equipment. Cots, cribs and playpens shall be placed so that walkways are clear for emergencies and evacuation. - 077- Exits, stairs, hallways unobstructed [19a-79-3a(c)(1-4)] - The operator shall notify the Office of Early Childhood, the parent(s) and staff of any changes in programs or services. Notification of personnel changes shall be made within five (5) business days after the change. If the change is for a head teacher, a plan for interim head teacher coverage shall be submitted to the Office of Early Childhood. A qualified head teacher or a plan approved by the commissioner shall be in place within thirty (30) days of change of a qualified head teacher. Notification of changes related to the licensed capacity, fees, services or voluntary closing shall be made at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of the proposed change. A change of location, change of ope | |||
| 2026-05-01 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2773114 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2026-04-07 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2757354 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2026-04-06 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2757172 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-4a(a)(2), (h)(1-2)] - Documentation of professional development for each program staff who cares for the children, including new employee orientation and annual training for current program staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures. Program staff, including the director, shall complete health and safety training no later than three months after the date of hire. Written verification of ongoing training that is at least one percent of the total annual hours worked. As of April 1, 2025, such annual training shall include content as defined in 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(i) to (a)(1)(xi). Such education may include, but is not limited to, early education and child development, licensing and regulations, emergency preparedness, prevention and control of infectious diseases, prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleep practices, administration of medication, prevention and response to emergencies due to food and allergic rea | |||
| 2026-03-30 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2753626 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(c)(3)] - The group size shall not exceed eight for children that are under the age of two years and shall not exceed ten for children that are two years old, indoors and outdoors. - 119- Group size- max 8 (6wks-24mths), max 10 (24-36mths) [19a-79-10(c)(4)] - There shall be a physical barrier separating each group of children under the age of three, indoors and outdoors. - 120- Physical barriers- indoors/outdoors | |||
| 2026-03-26 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2752912 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(c)(4)] - There shall be a physical barrier separating each group of children under the age of three, indoors and outdoors. - 120- Physical barriers- indoors/outdoors [-] - A Negotiated Corrective Action Plan or Consent Order is a voluntary agreement in which a provider/program agrees to take certain steps or make changes above and beyond the regulations in order to retain their license. The operator shall ensure compliance with the conditions. - 180- CO/NCAP Compliance Violation(s) [19a-79-7a(e)(6)] - Hot water or steam pipes located in areas accessible to children shall have adequate protective covering which is maintained safely and in good repair. - 090- Hot water/steam pipes protected [19a-79-3a(b)(7)(B)] - The operator shall document that parents have been informed of the techniques used to manage child behaviors in the facility prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the period of the child's enrollment. - 007-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques | |||
| 2025-03-31 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2566488 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(e)(1-10)] - 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. Diapering areas shall be washed and disinfected after each use. Disposable paper sheets shall be used and discarded immediately after each diapering. A covered washable lined waste receptacle shall be available and located in a convenient place for soiled waste material. These materials shall be removed to an exterior waste storage area at least daily. Disposable diapers shall be discarded in a covered receptacle immediately after diapering. The hands of the program staff and the children shall be washed after each diaper change. Diapering and hand washing policies and procedures shall be posted in each diapering area and followed. When cloth diapers or training pants are used | |||
| 2024-03-26 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2377196 | Corrective Action Plan |
| 2023-09-27 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - PARTIAL | 2295603 | Closed No Violations |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2023-07-13 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - PARTIAL | 2259700 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2023-06-30 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - PARTIAL | 2252789 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(c)(3)] - For children under three years of age, the group size shall not exceed eight (8) children. - 111-Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8 [19a-79-10(c)(4)] - For children under three years of age, there shall be a physical barrier separating each group of eight (8) children, indoors and outdoors. - 112-Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors) | |||
| 2023-05-01 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2226207 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000 No Violations | |||
| 2023-04-25 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2223659 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-2a(c)(7)] - At least every two (2) years, the local health director shall make unannounced visits, inspections or investigations of the licensed child care center or group child care home. - 001-Local Health Inspection [19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G)] - A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. Consultative services shall include documenting the activities and observations in a consultation log that is kept on file at the facility for two years. - 027-Logs/Visits Documented [19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)] - A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. These services shall include an early childhood educational consultant, a health consultant, a dentist or dental hygienist consultant, a social service consultant, and a registered dietitian consultant for those programs that serve meals. Consultative services shall include annual review of written | |||
| 2022-05-31 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2083442 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-9a(a)(2)] - The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication. - 099-Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR | |||
| 2021-08-16 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 1982302 | Closed No Violations |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000 No Violations | |||
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