LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE

LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE

Daycare·575 MONROE TPKE, MONROE, CT 06468
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About LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE

LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE is a licensed daycare serving families in Monroe, 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. LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE holds license #DCCC.70553, verified through CT OEC. LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE has 4 parent reviews on Google with a 5-star average. Centers with multiple classrooms allow children to move up as they develop, which provides continuity — your child keeps the same friends while getting age-appropriate challenges

Last updated April 2026

Daycare Services

Services offered by LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE:

  • 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

LITTLE STEPS DAYCARE serves Monroe and the surrounding communities:

Daycare in Monroe — FAQ

What are the staff-to-child ratios at daycare centers in Monroe?

Connecticut's Office of Early Childhood (OEC) sets these ratios for licensed daycare centers: 1 caregiver per 4 infants (under 12 months), 1 per 4 one-year-olds, 1 per 5 two-year-olds (updated October 2024), 1 per 10 preschoolers (3–5 years), and 1 per 10 school-age children. Ask your Monroe center for their actual staffing levels — ratios directly affect the quality of care your child receives.

How do I choose a good daycare in Monroe?

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.

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.70553
StatusACTIVE
Expires2028-07-31

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

16
Total Inspections
2
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Feb 17, 2026Corrective action

188 citations across 16 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Administration9x
Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR8x
Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB8x
Consultants6x
Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked6x
View recent citations
Jan 15, 2026
Water supply- water testing
Water supply, food service and sewage disposal facilities shall be adequate, safe and in compliance with all applicable sections of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Water from at least o
Jan 15, 2026
Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff
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 an
Jan 15, 2026
Potentially hazardous substances, materials � labeled, inaccessible to children
Potentially hazardous substances and materials in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a labeled container identifying the exact contents and dilutions, used according
Jan 15, 2026
Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust
All equipment shall be of such design and material as to be readily cleaned and safe for children. Equipment shall not be colored or covered by any poisonous material. Equipment shall be sturdy, safe
Jan 15, 2026
Annual policy training for program staff
The operator shall assure annual training for all current program staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures.

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

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