CHILDREN'S ACADEMY

CHILDREN'S ACADEMY

Daycare·890 ETHAN ALLEN HWY, RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877
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About CHILDREN'S ACADEMY

Rated 5 stars by 20 parents on Google, CHILDREN'S ACADEMY is a daycare provider in Ridgefield, 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. CHILDREN'S ACADEMY holds license #DCCC.12837, verified through CT OEC. With 20 parent reviews and a 5-star rating, CHILDREN'S ACADEMY is one of the higher-rated daycare options in Ridgefield. Request a copy of the center's most recent state inspection report. Licensed centers must make these available to parents on request

Last updated April 2026

Daycare Services

Services offered by CHILDREN'S ACADEMY:

  • 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

CHILDREN'S ACADEMY serves Ridgefield and the surrounding communities:

Daycare in Ridgefield — FAQ

How do I choose a good daycare in Ridgefield?

Visit in person during operating hours to observe the environment and how staff interact with children. Check that the center is licensed by CT OEC (portal.ct.gov/oec) and ask to see the current license posted at the entrance. Confirm actual staff-to-child ratios, ask about staff turnover and training requirements, and request references from current parents. Look for age-appropriate activities, clean facilities, and a structured daily schedule.

What age can my child start daycare in Ridgefield?

Most Ridgefield daycare centers accept infants starting at 6 weeks old, though some begin at 3 months. Infant rooms have the lowest ratios and highest costs. Many parents find that starting between 3-6 months works well for their family's schedule and the child's developmental readiness.

Questions to Ask When You Visit

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

  1. 1What is your staff-to-child ratio, and how does it compare to state requirements?
  2. 2What does a typical day look like for my child's age group?
  3. 3How do you handle illnesses, allergies, and medication administration?
  4. 4What training and certifications do your caregivers hold?
  5. 5How do you communicate daily updates to parents?
  6. 6What is your policy on discipline and conflict resolution?
  7. 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.

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.12837
StatusACTIVE
Expires2029-09-30

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

38
Total Inspections
0
Passed Clean
Last inspected: May 29, 2025

537 citations across 38 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)47x
Playground Free From Hazards41x
License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe31x
Staff Health Records27x
Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR23x
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May 29, 2025
Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program
For programs serving children younger than school age, the building, equipment and furnishings shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures th
May 29, 2025
Postings
The operator shall post the following items in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public: the license, the OEC complaint procedure, menus, No Smoking signs, the plan for administrative oversight,
May 29, 2025
Consultants
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
May 29, 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
May 29, 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

51 investigations on record (6 self-reported by the provider)

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

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