Bright Years New Milford, CT
Daycare center in New Milford, CT. 204 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT 06776
About the program
Bright Years New Milford, CT is a licensed daycare center in New Milford, Connecticut, on the state register since 2021. It is licensed for 124 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
Bright Years Academy is a multi-location child care provider offering programs for infants through school-age children in Connecticut.
The program states NAEYC accreditation and offers American Sign Language.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Bright Years New Milford, CT does not publish a fee schedule on its website.
Licensing and safety
Open the state record →Most violations are record-keeping, training or maintenance items, and nearly every program has some. Read what each one was and how fast it was fixed. Connecticut records each regulation cited at an inspection with the date it was closed. The state does not assign a risk level. The text shown is the regulation the program was cited under.
Safe Sleep [19a-79-10(g)(1-8)]
Regulation: Infants under twelve months of age shall be placed in a supine (back) position for sleeping in a well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child. A well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment shall be used designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child, with a snug fitting mattress covered by a tightly-fitted sheet. Infants under twelve months of age shall be placed
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Postings [19a-79-3a(d)6)(C), (e)(1-6), 7a(e)(17), 10(g)(8)]
Regulation: The operator shall post the following items in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public: the license, the OEC complaint procedure, menus, No Smoking signs, the plan for administrative oversight, the radon test, the OEC Inspection report (posted or available), the safe sleep policy and the OEC Developmental Milestones document.
Staff Health Records [19a-79-4a(a)(1)]
Regulation: 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 an acceptable medical statement, completed within 12 months before the date of employment for new program staff, and every 36 months for current program staff. Such statement shall document the presence of any known medical or emotional illness or disorder that would currently pose a risk to children.
Feeding [19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5)]
Regulation: Infants shall be removed from their cribs and held for all bottle feedings. They may be placed in chairs for all other feedings. Infants and toddlers shall be removed from their cribs or playpens at other intervals during the day for individual cuddlings and for verbal communication. They shall be allowed to crawl and toddle as age and development permit. Each infant shall be placed in a prone (front) position part of the time when awake. When food and liquids are served a written statement spec
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Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-9a(a)(2)]
Regulation: The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication.
Playground Free From Hazards [19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)]
Regulation: Hardware such as air conditioners, water heaters or fuse boxes shall be inaccessible to children. The playground shall be free of glass, debris, holes and other hazards.
Rugs Secured [19a-79-7a(e)(5)]
Regulation: Rugs, if used, shall be secured to the floor.
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)]
Regulation: 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) which shall be on file at the facility. Individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the facility for at least two (2) years after the child is no longer attending the program
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Enrollment Information [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C)]
Regulation: 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 and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. The record shall include enrollment information and permission forms signed and dated by the parent(s).
Logs/Visits Documented [19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G)]
Regulation: A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. Consultative services shall include documenting the activities and observations in a consultation log that is kept on file at the facility for two years.
Annual Staff Training [19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3)]
Regulation: The operator shall be responsible for the overall management and operation of the child care center or group child care home in accordance with applicable state and local laws and regulations and shall assure annual training for all current staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures. 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 develo
Hand Washing Before Eating/Food Handling [19a-79-6a(a)(7) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(11)]
Regulation: Separate hand washing facilities shall be located convenient to the room where food is prepared in child care centers and group child care homes. Children and staff shall wash their hands with soap and water before eating or handling food.
Individual Care Plan (Signed by Parent/Staff) [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)]
Regulation: 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 and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include an individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities, developed with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as nece
Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-9a(a)(2)]
Regulation: The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication.
Rugs Secured [19a-79-7a(e)(5)]
Regulation: Rugs, if used, shall be secured to the floor.
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)]
Regulation: 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) which shall be on file at the facility. Individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the facility for at least two (2) years after the child is no longer attending the program
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Unused/Expired Meds Returned/Disposed [19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(E)]
Regulation: All unused or expired medication shall be returned to the parent(s) or disposed of if it is not picked up within one (1) week following the termination of the order, in the presence of at least one witness. The facility shall keep a written record of the medications destroyed which shall be signed by both parties. The facility shall require the parent(s) of a child who has a prescription for an automatic prefilled cartridge injector, or similar automatic injectable equipment used to treat an all
Adequate Sinks in Program Space [19a-79-10(d)(1)]
Regulation: In child care centers that serve children under three years of age, there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of staff and children in the program space. Visual contact with all other children shall be maintained while changing diapers or using the sink. Child care centers which staff three (3) adults to a group size of eight (8) infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the progra
Playground Free From Hazards [19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)]
Regulation: Hardware such as air conditioners, water heaters or fuse boxes shall be inaccessible to children. The playground shall be free of glass, debris, holes and other hazards.
Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked [19a-79-7a(e)(10)]
Regulation: Potentially hazardous substances in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a separate locked area.
Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors) [19a-79-10(c)(4)]
Regulation: For children under three years of age, there shall be a physical barrier separating each group of eight (8) children, indoors and outdoors.
Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use [19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3)]
Regulation: The diapering area shall be an elevated sturdy table or counter equipped with a safety rail. Infants and toddlers shall be diapered at a diapering area used only for this purpose and located in the program area. Each diapering area shall have a non-porous surface and be kept in good repair.
Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical Documentation [19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4)]
Regulation: Infants under twelve (12) months of age shall be placed in a supine (back) position for sleeping in a well constructed, free standing crib or bed designed for infant sleeping, with a snug fitting mattress unless the child has written documentation from a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse specifying a medical reason for an alternative sleep position. No infant shall be put to sleep on a sofa, soft mattress, waterbed or other soft surface. No infant shall be put
Bottles Individually Identified w/ Child's Name [19a-79-10(k)(5)]
Regulation: Each child's bottle shall be individually identified with the child's name.
Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage [19a-79-9a(a)(3)]
Regulation: Nonprescription Topical Medications shall be stored in the original container and shall be appropriately labeled and shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children. Any unused portion of the medication shall be returned to the parent(s).
Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-9a(a)(2)]
Regulation: The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication.
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)]
Regulation: 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) which shall be on file at the facility. Individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the facility for at least two (2) years after the child is no longer attending the program
Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked [19a-79-7a(e)(10)]
Regulation: Potentially hazardous substances in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a separate locked area.
Infants Held for Bottles/Indiv. Attn/Tummy Time [19a-79-10(j)]
Regulation: Infants shall be removed from their cribs and held for all bottle feedings. They may be placed in chairs for all other feedings. Infants and toddlers shall be removed from their cribs or playpens at other intervals during the day for individual cuddlings and for verbal communication. They shall be allowed to crawl and toddle as age and development permit. Each infant shall be placed in a prone (front) position part of the time when awake.
Hand Washing Before Eating/Food Handling [19a-79-6a(a)(7) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(11)]
Regulation: Separate hand washing facilities shall be located convenient to the room where food is prepared in child care centers and group child care homes. Children and staff shall wash their hands with soap and water before eating or handling food.
All Openings for Ventilation Screened [19-79-6a(a)(6) and/or 19a-79-7a]
Regulation: The kitchen in child care centers or group child care homes that is used for the preparation and serving of food to children shall be ventilated and protected by window screening.
Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet [19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9)]
Regulation: All spaces occupied by people, equipment within buildings, approaches to buildings and parking lots shall have adequate lighting.
Playground Free From Hazards [19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)]
Regulation: Hardware such as air conditioners, water heaters or fuse boxes shall be inaccessible to children. The playground shall be free of glass, debris, holes and other hazards.
Adequate Sinks in Program Space [19a-79-10(d)(1)]
Regulation: In child care centers that serve children under three years of age, there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of staff and children in the program space. Visual contact with all other children shall be maintained while changing diapers or using the sink. Child care centers which staff three (3) adults to a group size of eight (8) infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the progra
Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/Storage [19a-79-9a(b)(5)]
Regulation: Medication shall be stored in the original child-resistant safety container and appropriately labeled. Medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container in a refrigerator in keeping with the label directions away from food and inaccessible to children. Controlled drugs shall be stored in accordance with state law. Equipment and medications prescribed to treat asthma, administer glucagons, or as an emergent first line of defense medication against an allergic response shall be s
What parents say
My 2 year old son has been going since he was 6 weeks old and he absolutley loves it. Everyone is so nice and welcoming. My son loves going everyday and never gives me an issue. He loves the activities and the friendships he has made! I would use them a million times over!
Leah Hulse · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoCouldn’t be happier with our choice to send our son to B&E! Every morning any staff we pass by all greet my son by name and make him (and the parents) feel welcomed. From the infant room and now on to the toddler room, it warms my heart to see how much his teachers care about him. I am always impressed with how much he is learning from Circle Time and my son is always so proud of his art work he gets to take home!…
Jessica Mcglinchey · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoJoining Bright & Early has easily been the best decision for our family. When I had to switch my then 3yr old to B&E from a different daycare, I was worried about the transition but they made it so seamless. Everyone that works there is so naturally kind and nurturing but what really sets the center apart is their communication. I never worried about my daughter thanks to the daily pictures and updates. We love it…
Jessica Andrade · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoOur daughter attended this location for over 2 years. During that time our daughter was identified as being autistic. The journey to get there wasn't easy as we struggled with behavior problems. We feel so fortunate to have had our daughter enrolled in this school during this time as they were supportive and patient with our sensitive needs. The two Directors, Nicole and Chelsea were outstanding beginning to end.…
Katherine Karpell · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
204 Danbury Rd, New Milford, CT 06776
Questions about Bright Years New Milford, CT
Is Bright Years New Milford, CT licensed?
Yes. Bright Years New Milford, CT holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.70604), with a licensed capacity of 124 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Bright Years New Milford, CT had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 9 violations for Bright Years New Milford, CT in the last three years, across 7 inspections on file. The median daycare center in the area has 15. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.
What ages does Bright Years New Milford, CT take?
Bright Years New Milford, CT is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 6:30 am to 6 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Bright Years New Milford, CT cost?
Bright Years New Milford, CT does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
