Child Care Center
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Bridges School Early Childhood Program
Cos Cob, CT
· Fairfield County
296 VALLEY RD,
Cos Cob, CT 06807-1812
Quick Facts
Capacity
72 children
Age Range
12 months-5 years
Rate Range
Infant / Toddler (< 3 years) - $393<br/>
Preschool (3 - 5 years) - $393<br/>
Type of Care
Preschool, Under 3 Years
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.16732
Active Through
Mar 31, 2030
Issued By
Connecticut Department of Public Health
District Office
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing
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About the Provider
The Tot's Spot advocates the benefits of a multi-age environment for young children as well as the concept of looping, children remain with the same friends and teachers for a three year period, beginning at age 18 months two years until the transition to kindergarten. Research demonstrates that children who are part of a looped classroom experience less stress, more instructional time and an increased sense of stability. The concept of a multi-age classroom in followed in Montessori as well as Waldorf (Steiner) Schools. A multi-age environment looks towards meeting the developmental needs of young children rather than just moving them through an educational system based on date of birth. Developmentally Appropriate Education is the goal of the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children).
Additional Information:
Education Level(s): Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, CDD-Child Development Degree, CDA-Child Development Associate, Associates Degree
Hours of Operation
- MondayMon-Fri | 7:30 AM-4:00 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No
- TuesdayMon-Fri | 7:30 AM-4:00 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No
- WednesdayMon-Fri | 7:30 AM-4:00 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No
- ThursdayMon-Fri | 7:30 AM-4:00 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No
- FridayMon-Fri | 7:30 AM-4:00 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Case # | Resolution Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-12 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2744161 | Closed No Violations |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2025-03-04 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2552525 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] - An individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities when it is necessary that special care be taken or provided while a child is in attendance shall be developed and implemented with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary. The plan shall include appropriate care of the child to prevent and respond to a medical or other emergency and shall be signed by the parent and program staff responsible for the care of the child. - 040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff [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 | |||
| 2024-01-02 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2336468 | Corrective Action Plan |
| 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(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-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C)] - 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. The | |||
| 2023-01-06 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2175904 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-4a(d)(1)] - The child care center or group child care home shall maintain documentation on site that there is a qualified designated director. - 023-Designated Director [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-79-9a(b)(5)(D) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(E)] - All unused or expired medication shall be returned to the parent(s) or disposed of if it is not picked up within one (1) 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 which shall be signed by both parties. The facility shall requir | |||
| 2022-01-27 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2039211 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [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/Contracts [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 acti | |||
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