PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL

PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL

Preschool·449 GRASMERE AVENUE, FAIRFIELD, CT 06824
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About PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL

PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL in Fairfield offers infant and toddler care as a licensed preschool provider. This 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. PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL holds license #DCCC.12381, verified through CT OEC. PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL has 4 parent reviews on Google with a 4-star average. 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 PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL:

  • 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

PUMPKIN PRESCHOOL serves Fairfield and the surrounding communities:

Preschool in Fairfield — FAQ

How much does preschool cost in Fairfield?

Preschool in Fairfield 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 Fairfield 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.12381
StatusACTIVE
Expires2029-03-31

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

25
Total Inspections
5
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Sep 4, 2025No violations

182 citations across 25 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Playground Free From Hazards12x
Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children12x
Other11x
Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 89x
License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe8x
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Jun 12, 2025
Child Health Records
The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available a
Jun 12, 2025
Authorized prescriber/parent permission
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)
Jun 12, 2025
Ratios
Proper staff child ratios shall be maintained at all times, indoors and outdoors. There shall be at least one program staff for every ten children, or fraction thereof in attendance. When there is a m
Jun 12, 2025
Toys and other objects
Toys used for infants shall be kept separate, washed and sanitized at least daily. Toys for toddlers, including floor and riding toys, shall be washed and sanitized at least weekly and as needed. Toys
Jun 12, 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

10 investigations on record (3 self-reported by the provider)

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

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