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ROOM TO GROW- NORWALK

Daycare·208 EAST AVE, NORWALK, CT 06855
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About ROOM TO GROW- NORWALK

ROOM TO GROW- NORWALK 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. ROOM TO GROW- NORWALK holds license #DCCC.14366, verified through CT OEC. 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

Common daycare services in Norwalk:

  • 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

ROOM TO GROW- NORWALK serves Norwalk and the surrounding communities:

Daycare in Norwalk — FAQ

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.

How do I choose a good daycare in Norwalk?

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.14366
StatusACTIVE
Expires2030-03-31

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

18
Total Inspections
2
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Apr 29, 2025Corrective action

83 citations across 18 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe6x
Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff)6x
Playground Free From Hazards5x
Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked4x
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR4x
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Apr 29, 2025
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
Apr 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
Apr 29, 2025
Comprehensive background checks
The operator shall ensure that all program staff have completed a comprehensive background check before they have unsupervised access to children. The operator shall provide to the Office of Early Chi
Apr 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
Apr 22, 2024
Professional Development
A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include documentation of professional development for each program staff p

4 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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