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The Children's Tree Montessori

Old Saybrook, CT · Middlesex County
96 ESSEX RD, Old Saybrook, CT 06475-1405
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Quick Facts

Capacity
47 children
Age Range
6 weeks-12 years
Type of Care
Under 3 Years
Languages
English, French, Spanish, Other
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
Elevate Level
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Contact Information

📞 (860) 388-3536
96 ESSEX RD
Old Saybrook, CT 06475-1405
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.16405
Licensed Since
2007
Active Through
Aug 31, 2029
Issued By
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Accreditation
AMS
District Office
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing

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About the Provider

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The Children's Tree Montessori School grew out of a respect for the unique potential of every child. For over twenty-five years our school has given children the tools necessary to become independent, confident learners using the Montessori method. Children's Tree Montessori is a 501(c)(3) school, accredited through the American Montessori Society and our teaching staff are certified Montessori teachers.

Our approach goes beyond the limitations and expectations of traditional classroom education to offer parents a better choice. Here, we foster and nurture a learning environment that helps every child develop a love of learning that will last a lifetime.

Additional Information:

Education Level(s): Elementary Education, Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, Master's Degree, Associates Degree

Hours of Operation

  • Monday07:45:00-17:00:00
  • Tuesday07:45:00-17:00:00
  • Wednesday07:45:00-17:00:00
  • Thursday07:45:00-17:00:00
  • Friday07:45:00-17:00:00
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Date Type Case # Resolution Action
2026-03-23 UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL 2749141 IN PROCESS
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
2026-02-27 UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL 2736232 Corrective Action Plan
Violations: [19a-79-3a(d)(1)] - Daily attendance records for both children and program staff, recorded daily at the time of arrival and departure and kept on file at the facility for at least one year, showing the specific times of arrival and departure. - 012-Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff [19a-79-4a(a)(1)] - 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 an acceptable medical statement, completed within 12 months before the date of employment for new program staff, and every 36 months for current program staff. Such statement shall document the presence of any known medical or emotional illness or disorder that would currently pose a risk to children. - 019-Staff Health Records [19a-79-10(i)(1)(2A-C)] - The health consultant shall visit the facility according to the following schedule: once a week for children up to twenty-four months of age; once a week if children two to three years of age, attend
2025-01-09 UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL 2525394 Corrective Action Plan
Violations: [19a-79-4a(a)(1)] - 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 an acceptable medical statement, completed within 12 months before the date of employment for new program staff, and every 36 months for current program staff. Such statement shall document the presence of any known medical or emotional illness or disorder that would currently pose a risk to children. - 019-Staff Health Records [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
2024-01-04 UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL 2338088 IN PROCESS
Violations: [19a-79-4a(c)(1), 19a-79-11(f)&/or19a-79-12(b)(1)] - A designated head teacher shall be on site for sixty percent (60%) of the time the child care center or group child care home is in operation on a weekly basis. A program providing care for one (1) or more hours between the hours of ten (10) P.M. and five (5) A.M. shall have a person on the licensed premises designated as the person in charge who shall meet the head teacher qualifications. - 019-Designated Head Teacher/60% [19a-79-7a(d)(11)(F) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(G)] - Each toilet room shall be ventilated to the outside atmosphere. In child care centers constructed or renovated after January 1, 1994, all toilet facilities shall be mechanically ventilated to the outside atmosphere. - 065-Ventilation in Toilet Room [19a-79-10(h)(2)] - Toys and other objects with a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches shall not be acce
2023-01-12 UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL 2178712 Corrective Action Plan
Violations: [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-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4)] - When a child care center or group child care home provides either meals or snacks, menus shall be prepared at least one (1) week in advance, dated and copies posted in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public. Changes shall be documented by the end of the program day. A copy of what was served shall be kept on file for three (3) months. - 012-Menus [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 consu
2021-11-16 UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL 2016901 Corrective Action Plan
Violations: [19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)] - 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 an acceptable medical statement and a written report of a negative tuberculin test. - 016-Staff Health Records [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

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