Cornerstone Early Learning Center
Daycare center in Norwalk, CT. 718 West Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
About the program
Cornerstone Early Learning Center is a licensed daycare center in Norwalk, Connecticut, on the state register since 1993. It is licensed for 49 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
Cornerstone Early Learning Center is a year-round childcare program operated by Cornerstone Community Church in Norwalk, Connecticut.
The program follows a faith-based approach.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Cornerstone Early Learning Center does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,967 a month.
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.
No Violations [-]
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Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program [19a-79-7a(c)(2)]
Regulation: 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 that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards.
z164-CO/NCAP Compliance Violation(s) [-]
Regulation: A Negotiated Corrective Action Plan or Consent Order is a voluntary agreement in which a provider/program agrees to take certain steps or make changes above and beyond the regulations in order to retain their license.
License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe [19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a]
Regulation: The building, equipment and services shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards.
Consultant Agreements/Contracts [19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)]
Regulation: A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. These services shall include an early childhood educational consultant, a health consultant, a dentist or dental hygienist consultant, a social service consultant, and a registered dietitian consultant for those programs that serve meals. Consultative services shall include annual review of written policies, plans and procedures, annual review of education programs, availability by tel
Show all 19 violations on file
Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(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 a health record that shall include date of birth, a physical examination form, an immunization record, and information regarding disabilities or special health care needs.
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.
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.
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Consultant Agreements/Contracts [19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)]
Regulation: A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. These services shall include an early childhood educational consultant, a health consultant, a dentist or dental hygienist consultant, a social service consultant, and a registered dietitian consultant for those programs that serve meals. Consultative services shall include annual review of written policies, plans and procedures, annual review of education programs, availability by tel
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.
Approved Safety Outlets/Covers [19a-79-7a(d)(10)]
Regulation: Electrical outlets shall be provided with safety covers or approved safety outlets. The use and maintenance of electrical cords, appliances and adaptors shall be in full compliance with state codes.
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.
Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children [19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)]
Regulation: For children under three years of age, there shall be at least one (1) program staff for every four (4) children or fraction thereof in attendance. During nap time, when all of the children in the group are sleeping, the overall staff child ratios shall be maintained on the licensed premises. At no time shall a group of children be left unsupervised.
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.
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.
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.
Operable CO Detector on Each Level [19a-79-7a(e)(18)]
Regulation: Child care centers and group child care homes that utilize combustible fuel shall be equipped with at least one (1) operable carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each occupied level of the facility.
What parents say
I had 1 child start at 2 and my second child start in the infant room. Teachers & Staff are incredible. My oldest went through birth to 3. The therapists that visited the center for his services praised the teachers for their questions and attentiveness to making sure they understand and address his issues properly. They both love their school and their teachers. It's a great program. I have no complaints. …
Cindy Judge · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoWe’ve been taking our son here since he was 4mo old and cannot say enough great things about the teachers and everyone there. Everyone works together so collaboratively that the transition from room to room is easy for the kids because they already know the teachers. They bring in outside experiences for the kids and it’s such a lovely place
Ashley Brooksbank · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoI absolutely love Cornerstone Daycare. The teachers provide safe and nurturing environment for the kids, my daughter loves Ms. Jackie and I love how Ms. Jackie sends me pictures and keeps me updated through my daughter's school day. My daughter looks forward to going there every day to see her friends (which includes her teachers), play and learn. I am absolutely amazed at the progress she has made from when she…
Paula Vasquez · 5/5 on Google · 5 years agoWe highly recommend Cornerstone Early Learning Center and wouldn’t trust anywhere else with the care of our child. He’s been going there for almost 2 years now and loves all the teachers and different daily activities. The teachers are very caring and knowledgeable, and we especially appreciated that they were so flexible and helpful in easing his transition back into daycare after the Covid lockdown. We love…
Tom Schiller · 5/5 on Google · 5 years agoGetting there
718 West Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
Questions about Cornerstone Early Learning Center
Is Cornerstone Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Cornerstone Early Learning Center holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.14107), with a licensed capacity of 49 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Cornerstone Early Learning Center had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 8 violations for Cornerstone Early Learning Center in the last three years, across 8 inspections on file. The median daycare center in the area has 12. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.
What ages does Cornerstone Early Learning Center take?
Cornerstone Early Learning Center 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 Cornerstone Early Learning Center cost?
Cornerstone Early Learning Center does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
