Child Care Center
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First Step Child Care & Learning Ctr
New Haven, CT
· New Haven County
95 HAMILTON ST,
New Haven, CT 06511-5917
Quick Facts
Capacity
183 children
Age Range
6 weeks-13 years
Rate Range
Infant / Toddler (< 3 years) - $280<br/>
Preschool (3 - 5 years) - $255<br/>
School Age (5-12 years) - $85<br/>
Type of Care
Preschool, School Age, Under 3 Years, Night Care
Transportation
Transportation Provided, School Transportation
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Elevate Level
Member (Accredited)
Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.70158
Licensed Since
2014
Active Through
Jan 31, 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
When it comes to your child and choosing a child care center, nothing less than the highest standards will do. Our infant, toddler, preschool and elementary (before- and after-school) programs provide a safe and clean learning environment for your child to explore to his or her full potential. Our caring, professional staff plan activities that are fun, age appropriate, and lay the foudation for future success. We exchange information with families members and provide coordination with important community resources to support the whole child, as well as other family members. Misty Morning Children's Center, with its tree-lined playgrounds is located less than a 1/2 mile from Exit 10 on I-84, providing a convenient location for those families working or living in Newtown, Southbury, Bethel and Danbury. If you are looking for quality child care that meets your high standards look no further. We would love to have an opportunity to show you our facilities and give you and your child a chance to look around and ask questions. Please call or email today to schedule your personal tour. We hope to hear from you soon!
Additional Information:
Education Level(s): Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, Master's Degree, Associates Degree
Hours of Operation
- Monday06:00:00-18:00:00
- Tuesday06:00:00-18:00:00
- Wednesday06:00:00-18:00:00
- Thursday06:00:00-18:00:00
- Friday06:00:00-18:00:00
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
| Date | Type | Case # | Resolution Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-18 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2662499 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(c)(2)] - For programs serving children younger than school age, the building, equipment and furnishings 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. - 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program [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 | |||
| 2024-05-30 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2412568 | 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-79-10(d)(1)] - In child care centers that serve children under three years of age, there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of staff and children in the program space. Visual contact with all other children shall be maintained while changing diapers or using the sink. Child care centers which staff three (3) adults to a group size of eight (8) infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the program area. Separate sinks shall be available for p | |||
| 2023-07-19 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2262361 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(e)(10)] - Potentially hazardous substances in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a separate locked area. - 076-Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked [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 policies, plans and procedures, annual review of education programs, availability by telecommunication for advice regarding problems, availability, in person of the consultant to the program, consulting with administration and staff about specific problems, and acting as a resource person to staff and the parents. - 026-Consultant Agreements/Contr | |||
| 2022-08-17 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2115967 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(h)(2)] - Plastic bags, balloons and Styrofoam objects shall not be accessible to children under three (3) years of age. - 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible [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)(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 [19a-79-7a(h)(2)] - Where swings, seesaws or climbing apparatus are used, the surface in the space shall be protected with a minimum of eight (8) inches of impact absorbing materials. - 088 | |||
| 2022-05-04 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - PARTIAL | 2074473 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000 No Violations | |||
| 2022-04-04 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - PARTIAL | 2062730 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4)] - Infants under twelve (12) months of age shall be placed in a supine (back) position for sleeping in a well constructed, free standing crib or bed designed for infant sleeping, with a snug fitting mattress unless the child has written documentation from a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse specifying a medical reason for an alternative sleep position. No infant shall be put to sleep on a sofa, soft mattress, waterbed or other soft surface. No infant shall be put to sleep in a child restraint system intended for use in a vehicle, an infant carrier, a swing or any place that is not specifically designed to be an infant bed. - 128-Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical Documentation | |||
| 2021-11-08 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2012969 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B)] - The operator shall document that the techniques used to manage child behaviors in the facility have been discussed with the child's parent(s) prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the period of the child's enrollment. - 004-Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents [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. T | |||
| 2021-09-28 | Complaints | 2021-678 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: 04-Administration- Failure to Report - [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(E)]<br/> 08-Administration- Child protection - [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(C)]<br/> 11-Administration-Policies, plans and procedures - [19a-79-3a(d)]<br/> 24-Staffing- Supervision - [19a-79-4a(c)]<br/> | |||
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