The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc
Daycare center in New Milford, CT. 11a Aspetuck Ave, New Milford, CT 06776
About the program
The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc is a licensed daycare center in New Milford, Connecticut, on the state register since 1980. It is licensed for 81 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
The Children's Center of New Milford is a nonprofit center providing early childhood education and daycare for children ages 3 months to 8 years.
The program states NAEYC accreditation.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc 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.
Lead Paint- testing, management plans [19a-79-7a(c)(6)(A-D)]
Regulation: 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 at the child care center or group child care home of the following. Prior to use, all space used by staff, program staff, and children shall have undergone a comprehensive lead inspection by a lead consultant licensed by the Department of Public Health. Such lead inspection shall include testing of
Local Health Inspection [19a-79-2a(c)(8)]
Regulation: 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.
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.
Lead Paint- testing, management plans [19a-79-7a(c)(6)(A-D)]
Regulation: 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 at the child care center or group child care home of the following. Prior to use, all space used by staff, program staff, and children shall have undergone a comprehensive lead inspection by a lead consultant licensed by the Department of Public Health. Such lead inspection shall include testing of
Consultants [19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F)]
Regulation: 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 to be an education consultant. Program staff shall not serve as education consultants for programs in which they provide direct care or direct program supervision in a non-consultative role; or in a program with the same operator as a program in which they provide direct care or direct program super
Show all 27 violations on file
Food Service Inspection [19a-79-6a(a)(5)]
Regulation: All areas used for the preparation and serving of meals in child care centers shall meet the requirements as set forth in the Department of Public Health�s Model Food Code, of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Child care centers that prepare food shall maintain at the child care center and make available to the Office upon request a copy of a current and full food service inspection report issued by the local director of health.
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
Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment [19a-79-7a(h)(2)]
Regulation: Where swings, seesaws or climbing apparatus are used, the surface in the space shall be protected with a minimum of eight (8) inches of impact absorbing materials.
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
Written Statement/Feeding Schedule from Parent [19a-79-10(k)(1)]
Regulation: A written statement specifying the formula, breast milk or other liquids and the feeding schedule for infants shall be obtained from the parent(s).
Staff Health Records [19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)]
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 and a written report of a negative tuberculin test.
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Stairs Protected/Good Repair/Handrails [19a-79-7a(e)(12)]
Regulation: Stairs must be properly protected and maintained in good repair. There must be handrails installed at a height usable by children.
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
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
Outdoor Equipment Available/Developmentally Appropriate [19a-79-10(l)(2)]
Regulation: The equipment available to the infants and toddlers shall be developmentally appropriate for the ages of the children.
New Staff/Employee Orientation [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 require participation by new staff in employee orientation. 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 person who cares for the children, inc
Current Fire Marshal Certificate [19a-79-3a(e)(2)]
Regulation: The operator shall post the current fire marshal certificate in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public.
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.
Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good Repair [19a-79-7a(e)(5)]
Regulation: Walls, ceilings, floors and rugs shall be maintained in a state of good repair and be washable or easily cleanable.
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.
Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment [19a-79-7a(h)(2)]
Regulation: Where swings, seesaws or climbing apparatus are used, the surface in the space shall be protected with a minimum of eight (8) inches of impact absorbing materials.
Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8 [19a-79-10(c)(3)]
Regulation: For children under three years of age, the group size shall not exceed eight (8) children.
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What parents say
We absolutely adore the Children’s Center of New Milford! As first-time parents, choosing a daycare for our infant son was one of the biggest decisions we had to make. We toured several daycare centers in the area, and we truly feel so lucky that our son was accepted into this program. The staff has been amazing from day one. Everyone is so kind, welcoming, and genuinely cares about the children. A special thank you…
Alexandra Freitas · 5/5 on Google · 2 months agoMy daughter started CCNM after school, mid year of kindergarten and immediately felt extreme comfort just from the tour alone. She is still very new to The Children’s Center and feels like she has been there for years. The communication is the best and she comes home happy and LOVES her teachers and staff. Definitely a place I would call a second home. It is very affordable and I couldn’t be any happier. Not only is…
Susan Iraheta · 5/5 on Google · 6 months agoI cannot recommend The Children's Center of New Milford highly enough! From the moment we enrolled our infant, it was clear that the staff truly cares and loves each child as if they were their own. Their programs are filled with engaging activities that promote growth and development, from music to art & crafts, and so much more. They’ve made every milestone transition, like moving from bottles to sippy cups, so…
Claudia · 5/5 on Google · 7 months agoI highly recommend The Children’s Center to anyone seeking a nurturing and engaging environment. The staff are attentive, caring, and dedicated to the children’s development. My daughter looks forward to attending each day and has learned so much during her time there. It’s an excellent program with a positive atmosphere.
Heather Burch · 5/5 on Google · 4 months agoGetting there
11a Aspetuck Ave, New Milford, CT 06776
Questions about The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc
Is The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc licensed?
Yes. The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.13459), with a licensed capacity of 81 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 10 violations for The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc 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 The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc take?
The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc cost?
The Children's Center of New Milford, Inc does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
