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FAMILY FIRST IN EDUCATION - ELM STREET

Daycare·180 E ELM ST, GREENWICH, CT 06830
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About FAMILY FIRST IN EDUCATION - ELM STREET

FAMILY FIRST IN EDUCATION - ELM STREET is a licensed daycare serving families in Greenwich, 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. FAMILY FIRST IN EDUCATION - ELM STREET holds license #DCCC.70591, verified through CT OEC. 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

Common daycare services in Greenwich:

  • 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

FAMILY FIRST IN EDUCATION - ELM STREET serves Greenwich and the surrounding communities:

Daycare in Greenwich — FAQ

How do I choose a good daycare in Greenwich?

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 Greenwich?

Most Greenwich 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.70591
StatusACTIVE
Expires2028-11-30

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

8
Total Inspections
0
Passed Clean
Last inspected: May 21, 2025Corrective action

46 citations across 8 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR6x
Current Fire Marshal Certificate4x
Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB4x
Enrollment Information3x
Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff3x
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May 21, 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 21, 2025
Educational requirements
The written plan shall include the use of a variety of indoor and outdoor environments based on the children�s interest, individual needs and the learning to be addressed; a flexible schedule that al
May 21, 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 28, 2024
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR
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)
May 28, 2024
Operable CO Detector on Each Level
Child care centers and group child care homes that utilize combustible fuel shall be equipped with at least one (1) operable carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each occupied level of the fac

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

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