BUSY BEAVER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM
About BUSY BEAVER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM
BUSY BEAVER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM is a licensed daycare serving families in Bridgeport, CT. The program operates as a center-based facility with dedicated classrooms, multiple staff members, and structured daily routines. Connecticut child care centers are licensed by the OEC, with required ratios of 1:4 for infants and 1:4 for toddlers, among the strictest in the country. BUSY BEAVER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM holds license #DCCC.13734, verified through CT OEC. BUSY BEAVER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM has 11 parent reviews on Google with a 4.2-star average. Many centers offer part-time schedules (3 days/week or half days), which can significantly reduce costs while still giving your child regular socialization
Last updated April 2026
Daycare Services
Services offered by BUSY BEAVER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM:
- Infant And Toddler Care
- Full-day childcare for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Structured daily activities and age-appropriate curriculum
- Nutritious meals and snacks included in tuition
- Safe outdoor play areas and indoor learning spaces
- Nap and rest time with supervised quiet activities
- Regular progress updates and parent communication
Service Area
BUSY BEAVER EXTENDED DAY PROGRAM serves Bridgeport and the surrounding communities:
Daycare in Bridgeport — FAQ
How do I verify a daycare's license in Bridgeport?
Use the CT Office of Early Childhood licensing lookup at portal.ct.gov/oec to verify a center is currently licensed and check its inspection history. Licensed Bridgeport centers must post their OEC license prominently. Connecticut also publishes Quality Counts ratings, which go beyond basic licensing to assess curriculum, staff qualifications, and family engagement — look for Care4Kids-accepted providers if you need subsidy assistance.
How much does daycare cost in Bridgeport?
Daycare in Bridgeport typically costs $1200-$2400 per month. Infant care costs 20-40% more than toddler/preschool rates. Many centers offer sibling discounts of 10-15% and multi-day discounts for full-week enrollment. Infant rooms cost 20-40% more than toddler or preschool rooms because state ratios require more staff — CT requires 1 caregiver for every 4 infants, compared to 1:7 for preschool-age children.
Questions to Ask When You Visit
Before choosing a daycare provider, bring this list to your visit or call.
- 1What is your staff-to-child ratio, and how does it compare to state requirements?
- 2What does a typical day look like for my child's age group?
- 3How do you handle illnesses, allergies, and medication administration?
- 4What training and certifications do your caregivers hold?
- 5How do you communicate daily updates to parents?
- 6What is your policy on discipline and conflict resolution?
- 7Can I drop in unannounced during the day to check on my child?
Daycare Costs in Connecticut
Average daycare cost for toddlers in CT: $800-1,400/month. Rates vary by provider, location, and hours needed.
Financial Assistance
Care 4 Kids: Connecticut's Care 4 Kids program helps eligible families pay for childcare while they work or attend school. The program covers licensed family childcare, center-based care, and before/after school programs.
Cost data: Child Care Aware of America, 2025. Subsidy info: CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC).
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Credentials
License Verified
Verified via CT OEC
State Inspection Record
225 citations across 27 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.
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7 investigations on record
Data from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) public records. Updated April 2026.
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