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The Smart Start Preschool & Learning Center
Hamden, CT
· New Haven County
4133 WHITNEY AVE,
Hamden, CT 06518-1432
Quick Facts
Capacity
52 children
Age Range
6 weeks-12 years
Rate Range
Infant / Toddler (< 3 years) - $290<br/>
Preschool (3 - 5 years) - $230<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
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.16844
Active Through
Sep 30, 2026
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 is to provide a safe, nurturing and caring environment for young children. We want students to grow not only physically, but also cognitively, emotionally and socially. Our programs will enrich your child's life as well as yours. We are committed to you, your child and education making this a wonderful place for your child to start learning and growing.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2772641 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-2a(c)(8)] - 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-79-7a(g)(6)] - Indoor play equipment for climbing shall have a shock absorbing surface, under and around, that shall effectively cushion the fall of a child. Carpet is not considered a shock absorbing surface. - 109- Indoor climbing play equipment- shock absorbing materials under and around [19a-79-9a(b)(5)(A-B)] - Medication shall be stored in the original child-resistant safety container and appropriately labeled. Medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container in a refrigerator in keeping with the label directions away from food and inaccessible to children. Only personnel authorized to administer medication may be provided with the means to access such medication. Controlled drugs shall be stored in accordance with state law. - 164- Lab | |||
| 2025-06-30 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2616213 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D)] - All unused or expired medication, except for controlled substances, shall be returned to the parent(s) or disposed of if it is not picked up within one week following the termination of the order, in the presence of at least one witness. The facility shall keep a written record of the medications destroyed for three years which shall be signed by both parties. - 166- Unused/Expired meds-destroyed/returned [19a-79-7a(g)(3)] - Hardware such as air conditioners, water heaters or fuse boxes shall be inaccessible to children. - 106- Air cond./water heaters/fuse boxes inaccessible [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 | |||
| 2024-06-10 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2418327 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(g)] - All equipment shall be of such design and material as to be readily cleaned and safe for children. Equipment shall not be colored or covered by any poisonous material. Equipment shall be sturdy, safely constructed and free from protruding nails, rust, toxic material and other hazards. - 082-Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic [19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)] - Hardware such as air conditioners, water heaters or fuse boxes shall be inaccessible to children. The playground shall be free of glass, debris, holes and other hazards. - 089-Playground Free From Hazards | |||
| 2024-04-18 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2388913 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [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-79-5a(a)(2)(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 an indi | |||
| 2024-02-15 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2357836 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [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-79-5a(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-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)] - Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication | |||
| 2022-12-19 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2169304 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(k)(1)] - A written statement specifying the formula, breast milk or other liquids and the feeding schedule for infants shall be obtained from the parent(s). - 136-Written Statement/Feeding Schedule from Parent [19a-79-10(h)(1)] - Toys used for infants shall be kept separate, washed and disinfected at least daily. Toys for toddlers, including floor and riding toys, shall be washed and disinfected at least weekly and as needed. - 131-Infant Toys Separate/Washed/Disinfected Daily [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 accessible to children under three (3) years of age. - 132-No Toys/Objects Less than 1 1/4 [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 cop | |||
| 2022-01-26 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2038657 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000 No Violations | |||
| 2021-12-08 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2023997 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [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-79-3a(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(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(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 | |||
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