SOUND BEACH DAY SCHOOL

SOUND BEACH DAY SCHOOL

Daycare·535 FAIRFIELD AVE, STAMFORD, CT 06902
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About SOUND BEACH DAY SCHOOL

SOUND BEACH DAY SCHOOL is a licensed daycare serving families in Stamford, 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. SOUND BEACH DAY SCHOOL holds license #DCCC.70323, 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

Services offered by SOUND BEACH DAY 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

SOUND BEACH DAY SCHOOL serves Stamford and the surrounding communities:

Daycare in Stamford — FAQ

How do I choose a good daycare in Stamford?

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 Stamford?

Most Stamford 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.70323
StatusACTIVE
Expires2028-09-30

Verified via CT OEC

State Inspection Record

14
Total Inspections
2
Passed Clean
Last inspected: Sep 24, 2025Corrective action

88 citations across 14 inspections. Most childcare citations are minor regulatory issues that providers correct promptly.

Common citation types:

Logs/Visits Documented6x
Consultant Agreements/Contracts5x
Menus5x
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR5x
License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe4x
View recent citations
Sep 24, 2025
2.8 yr olds enrolled in preschool-authorization
A child care center or group child care home with a preschool endorsement may deem a child who is thirty-two to thirty-six months of age, inclusive, to be three years of age for purposes of enrolling
Sep 24, 2025
Local Health Inspection
At least every two (2) years, the local health director shall make unannounced visits, inspections or investigations of the licensed child care center or group child care home.
Sep 24, 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
Sep 24, 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
Sep 24, 2025
Fire marshal codes/certificate
The operator shall comply with all local codes and ordinances, including the State of Connecticut Fire Safey Code. These codes include but are not limited to: inspections by the fire marshal, ensuring

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

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