CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

Preschool·187 CLAPBOARD RIDGE RD, DANBURY, CT 06811
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About CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE

CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE is a licensed preschool serving families in Danbury, CT. The program focuses on early education and kindergarten readiness, blending structured learning with play-based activities. Connecticut preschool programs are licensed by the OEC. The state's School Readiness program provides free or reduced-cost preschool in priority communities. CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE holds license #DCCC.15460, verified through CT OEC. CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE has earned a 4.6-star rating from 31 families on Google, reflecting consistent parent satisfaction. Ask what curriculum they use — Montessori, Reggio Emilia, play-based, and academic-focused programs differ significantly in approach and daily routine

Last updated April 2026

Preschool Services

Services offered by CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE:

  • Infant And Toddler Care
  • Kindergarten readiness curriculum and early literacy
  • Math, science, and social studies exploration
  • Creative arts, music, and movement activities
  • Social-emotional development and conflict resolution
  • Indoor and outdoor play with structured learning time
  • Progress assessments and parent-teacher conferences

Service Area

CEDAR GABLES PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE serves Danbury and the surrounding communities:

Preschool in Danbury — FAQ

How much does preschool cost in Danbury?

Preschool in Danbury costs $800-$1800 per month. Half-day programs cost roughly half of full-day. Montessori programs run higher. Some programs offer financial aid or sliding-scale tuition based on family income. Half-day programs (typically 8am-12pm) cost roughly half of full-day tuition.

What age should my child start preschool?

Most preschools in Danbury and Fairfield County accept children ages 3-5. Some offer pre-K programs starting at age 2.5 if the child is potty-trained. The ideal age depends on your child's social readiness and developmental milestones — many parents find age 3 is a good starting point. Kindergarten readiness is the primary goal of preschool programs in this area.

Questions to Ask When You Visit

Before choosing a preschool provider, bring this list to your visit or call.

  1. 1What curriculum or learning framework do you follow?
  2. 2How do you assess each child's developmental progress?
  3. 3What is the teacher-to-student ratio in the classroom?
  4. 4How do you prepare children for kindergarten readiness?
  5. 5What training and credentials do your teachers have?
  6. 6How do you handle children with different learning styles or special needs?
  7. 7What does parent involvement look like at your program?

Preschool Costs in Connecticut

Average preschool cost for toddlers in CT: $800-1,300/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.

Apply for Care 4 KidsHelpline: 1-888-214-5437

Cost data: Child Care Aware of America, 2025. Subsidy info: CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC).

Provider data verified through CT Office of Early Childhood (OEC) and Google Business Profiles. Last updated April 2026.

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Credentials

Licensed

License Verified

License #DCCC.15460
StatusACTIVE
Expires2026-05-31

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

28
Total Inspections
3
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Jul 7, 2025Corrective action

254 citations across 28 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment14x
License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe13x
Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors)13x
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR12x
Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)12x
View recent citations
Jul 7, 2025
Lead Paint- testing, management plans
If the child care center or group child care home is housed in any portion of a building that was constructed prior to 1978, the operator shall submit to the Office and maintain documentation on file
Jul 7, 2025
Toileting
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. Programs shall p
Jul 7, 2025
Outdoor space
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
Jul 7, 2025
Feeding
Infants shall be removed from their cribs and held for all bottle feedings. They may be placed in chairs for all other feedings. Infants and toddlers shall be removed from their cribs or playpens at o
Jul 7, 2025
Lead Paint- testing, management plans
If the child care center or group child care home is housed in any portion of a building that was constructed prior to 1978, the operator shall submit to the Office and maintain documentation on file

10 investigations on record

Data from the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) public records. Updated April 2026.

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