Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus
Daycare center in Orange, CT. 230 West Campus Dr., Orange, CT 06477
About the program
Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus is a licensed daycare center in Orange, Connecticut, on the state register since 1998. It is licensed for 144 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
A Bright Horizons child care center in Orange, Connecticut, offering infant care, preschool, and kindergarten preparation programs.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus does not publish a fee schedule on its website. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,408 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.
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.
Outdoor space [19a-79-7a(h)(1-9)]
Regulation: 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 for safety. Outdoor play equipment shall have a shock absorbing surface, under and around, that shall effectively cushion the fall of a child, except where the child is sitting or standing at ground level. The shock absorbing surface shall be maintained at a depth of at least eight inches, be free
Comprehensive background checks [19a-79-4a(b)]
Regulation: 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 Childhood any information obtained concerning substantiated child abuse or neglect records or criminal convictions upon request. The operator shall obtain from each prospective employee, who is eighteen years of age or older, for a position that requires the provision of care to a child or involves uns
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. Rugs, if used, shall not present a tripping or slipping hazard.
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 15 violations on file
Cribs-in compliance w/CPSC [19a-79-10(d)(2)(Ai-iii)]
Regulation: Cribs or other furniture intended for infant sleeping that meet the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) requirements. All cribs shall comply with the CPSC crib standards. To demonstrate that a crib meets the current CPSC crib standards, one of the following shall be maintained on the licensed premises for each crib that is used or accessible to any child in care- a tracking label, which is a permanent, distinguishing mark on the crib which verifies a date of manufacture on or
Outdoor space [19a-79-7a(h)(1-9)]
Regulation: 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 for safety. Outdoor play equipment shall have a shock absorbing surface, under and around, that shall effectively cushion the fall of a child, except where the child is sitting or standing at ground level. The shock absorbing surface shall be maintained at a depth of at least eight inches, be free
Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic [19a-79-7a(g)]
Regulation: All equipment shall be of such design and material as to be readily cleaned and safe for children. Equipment shall not be colored or covered by any poisonous material. Equipment shall be sturdy, safely constructed and free from protruding nails, rust, toxic material and other hazards.
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
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
Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic [19a-79-7a(g)]
Regulation: All equipment shall be of such design and material as to be readily cleaned and safe for children. Equipment shall not be colored or covered by any poisonous material. Equipment shall be sturdy, safely constructed and free from protruding nails, rust, toxic material and other hazards.
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.
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
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.
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
What parents say
My wife and I toured this daycare and were very impressed with the facility and staff. We visited three Bright Horizons locations in total, and this was definitely one of our favorites in terms of overall friendliness of staff and overall vibe. The main difference and ultimately one of the main reasons for us to pick a different location was the pricing structure. This location charges in hourly blocks (up to 4…
J Paul · 4/5 on Google · 5 months agoThis school changed our child's life. It was a beautiful community of educators, families, and although our child only attended the school for a short time, Bright Horizons left a lasting impression on all of us. The care with which the children are given is unmatched. The attention on each child's development is crucial, and so apparent in everything they do. Our child learned to write, use critical thinking skills,…
Julia Hammer · 5/5 on Google · a year agoWe’ve been part of this daycare center for over three years, with two kids in different classrooms, and we couldn’t be happier. Like many parents, we felt the anxiety that comes with choosing a daycare and leaving our children in someone else’s care - but from day one, the staff at Yale West put us completely at ease. The teacher consistency is unparalleled - our children have had the same primary teachers the whole…
Nathalie Sommer · 5/5 on Google · a year agoI am so grateful for the Infant 1 teachers, Ms. Natasha & Ms. Hillary! They take great care of my daughter, and I could not think of a better place for her to spend her time while I work full-time. From the photo updates to the daily notes, I always feel well informed of what adventures my daughter is up to. My daughter lights up every time she sees her teachers, and I know that we have found her a safe and happy…
Mackenzie Ridgway · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
230 West Campus Dr., Orange, CT 06477
Questions about Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus
Is Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus licensed?
Yes. Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.15118), with a licensed capacity of 144 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 10 violations for Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus in the last three years, across 5 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 Horizons at Yale West Campus take?
Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 7 am to 6 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus cost?
Bright Horizons at Yale West Campus does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.
