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The School For Young Children At The University Of Saint Joseph
West Hartford, CT
· Hartford County
238 STEELE RD,
West Hartford, CT 06117
Quick Facts
Capacity
145 children
Age Range
3 years-6 years
Rate Range
Preschool (3 - 5 years) - $370<br/>
Type of Care
Pre-School, School Age
Transportation
Transportation Provided, Near Public Transportation
Languages
English, Portuguese
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
Licensed Home Daycare
Active License
License Number
Child Care Center
Expired
Mar 31, 2026
Issued By
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Accreditation
NAEYC
District Office
Connecticut Dept. of Public Health - Child Day Care Licensing Program
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About the Provider
The School for Young Children at the University of Saint Joseph is a nationally accredited preschool program offering part- and full-day programs during the school year and a part - and full-day camp program during the summer. Founded in 1936, The School was one of the first preschools in the state and one of the first student laboratory programs in the nation. The School continues a proud tradition of serving as a training program for college students pursuing careers in early childhood education.
Additional Information:
Focus on science, nature, and math; Situated on a 5-acre nature preserve complete with a protected field and nature trail; Home-like setting; Play-based, child-resposive curriculum; All teachers hold Bachelor's or Master's Degrees in Education
Education Level(s): Elementary Education, High School Degree, Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, CDD-Child Development Degree, CDA-Child Development Associate, Master's Degree, Associates DegreeHours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday-Friday
- Open HoursMon - Fri: 7:45 am - 5:00 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Case # | Resolution Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-24 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2691251 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(e)(18)] - Child care centers and group child care homes that utilize combustible fuel shall be equipped with at least one operable carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each occupied level of the licensed premises. - 102- Carbon monoxide detector- each level [19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F)] - An education consultant shall be available to the operator and program staff for advice and support regarding the educational content and practice of the program. A person needs to apply for approval to be an education consultant. Program staff shall not serve as education consultants for programs in which they provide direct care or direct program supervision in a non-consultative role; or in a program with the same operator as a program in which they provide direct care or direct program supervision in a non-consultative role. Specific duties of the education consultant shall include, but not be limited to making, at a minimum, annual site visits to the facility, reviewing daily plans, curricul | |||
| 2025-01-06 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2524784 | IN PROCESS |
| 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-79-4a(i)(1-2)] - An education consultant shall be available to the operator and program staff for advice and support regarding the educational content and practice of the program. A person needs to apply for approval to be an education consultant. Program staff shall not serve as education consultants for programs in which they provide direct care or direct program supervision in a non-consultative role; or in a program with the same operator as a program in which they provide d | |||
| 2023-11-21 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2321271 | IN PROCESS |
| 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-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)] - Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child's parent(s) which shall be on file at the facility. Individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the facility for at least two (2) years after the child is no longer attending the program. - 102-Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-3a(c)] - The operator shall notify the Office of Early Childhood, the parent(s) and staff of any changes in programs or services. Notification of personnel | |||
| 2022-11-28 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2160039 | Corrective Action Plan |
| 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-79-7a(d)(11)(F) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(G)] - Each toilet room shall be ventilated to the outside atmosphere. In chi | |||
| 2021-12-09 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2024819 | IN PROCESS |
| 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-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A)] - The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of Early Childhood within five (5) days of changes in these policies, plans and procedures. Where toilets and sinks are shared by children and adults, a written policy shall be developed and implemented that requires supervision of children when using the shared toilet room. - 006-Policies [19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)] - A written plan for consultation ser | |||
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