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NORWALK COMM CHILD DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY SCHOOL

Daycare·188 RICHARDS AVE, NORWALK, CT 06854
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About NORWALK COMM CHILD DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY SCHOOL

NORWALK COMM CHILD DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY SCHOOL is a licensed daycare serving families in Norwalk, 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. NORWALK COMM CHILD DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY SCHOOL holds license #DCCC.13850, verified through CT OEC. Ask about their daily schedule, how they handle transitions between activities, and what curriculum framework they follow — look for age-appropriate structure, not just supervision

Last updated April 2026

Daycare Services

Services offered by NORWALK COMM CHILD DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY SCHOOL:

  • 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

NORWALK COMM CHILD DEVELOPMENT LABORATORY SCHOOL serves Norwalk and the surrounding communities:

Daycare in Norwalk — FAQ

How much does daycare cost in Norwalk?

Daycare in Norwalk 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.

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

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 Norwalk center for their actual staffing levels — ratios directly affect the quality of care your child receives.

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.13850
StatusACTIVE
Expires2026-03-31

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

22
Total Inspections
4
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Dec 9, 2025No violations

109 citations across 22 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Consultant Agreements/Contracts11x
Logs/Visits Documented10x
Policies6x
Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)5x
Local Health Inspection4x
View recent citations
Dec 9, 2025
Health consultant visits/documentation
The health consultant shall visit the facility according to the following schedule: once a week for children up to twenty-four months of age; once a week if children two to three years of age, attend
Dec 9, 2025
Designated Director
The child care center or group child care home shall maintain documentation on site that there is a designated director who is twenty years of age or older. Any director hired or newly designated shal
Dec 9, 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
Dec 9, 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
Dec 9, 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

6 investigations on record (4 self-reported by the provider)

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

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