Good Child Transitional Center
Daycare center in Orange, CT. 380 Boston Post Rd Ste 5, Orange, CT 06477
About the program
Good Child Transitional Center is a licensed daycare center in Orange, Connecticut, on the state register since 2023. It is licensed for 24 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
Good Child Development Center is a non-profit childcare center in Orange, Connecticut, serving children aged 12 months to 6 years.
The program follows a play-based approach and includes meals.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Good Child Transitional 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 $1,408 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.
Adequate sinks-handwashing-diapering/other use-food prep [19a-79-10(d)(1)(A-C)]
Regulation: In child care centers there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of program staff and children. This sink shall be located in the program space. Child care centers which have three program staff for a group of infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the program area. Separate sinks shall be available for purposes other than hand washing after diaper changing within child care cent
Policies- complete, implemented [19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7)]
Regulation: The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, multi-hazard and medical emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, administrative oversight and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of Early Childhood within five (5) days of changes in these policies, plans and procedures.
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
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.
Smoking or vaping prohibited on premises/grounds [19a-79-7a(d)(8)]
Regulation: No person shall smoke or use an electronic nicotine delivery system or vapor product within or on the grounds of the child care center or group child care home, including areas used for child care purposes and areas under the operator’s control for which staff, program staff, and children enrolled in the program enter. Matches and lighters shall be inaccessible to children at all times.
Show all 20 violations on file
Potentially hazardous substances, materials - labeled, inaccessible to children [19a-79-7a(e)(10)]
Regulation: Potentially hazardous substances and materials in the child care centers and group child care homes shall be stored in a labeled container identifying the exact contents and dilutions, used according to the manufacturer’s instructions and for the intended purpose, handled in a safe manner and inaccessible to children.
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
Professional development [19a-79-4a(a)(2), (h)(1-2)]
Regulation: Documentation of professional development for each program staff who cares for the children, including new employee orientation and annual training for current program staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures. Program staff, including the director, shall complete health and safety training no later than three months after the date of hire. Written verification of ongoing training that is at least one percent of the total annual hours worked. As of A
Menus- 1 wk in advance- keep 3 mths [19a-79-6a(a)(4)]
Regulation: When a child care center or group child care home provides either meals or snacks, menus shall be prepared at least one week in advance, dated and copies posted in a conspicuous place. Changes shall be documented by the end of the program day. A copy of what was served shall be kept on file for three months.
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.
Evidence of compliance with background checks/reference checks [19a-79-4a(b)(4)]
Regulation: The operator shall maintain at the child care center or group child care home evidence of compliance with background checks and new employee reference checks.
Fire marshal codes/certificate [19a-79-7a(a)(2)]
Regulation: 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 fire marshal inspection certificates are on file, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers and documentation of fire drills.
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.
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.
Food Service Certificate [19a-79-3a(e)(4)]
Regulation: The operator shall post a food service certificate as required by the local director of health in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public.
Local Health Inspection [19a-79-2a(c)(7)]
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.
Menus [19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4)]
Regulation: When a child care center or group child care home provides either meals or snacks, menus shall be prepared at least one (1) week in advance, dated and copies posted in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public. Changes shall be documented by the end of the program day. A copy of what was served shall be kept on file for three (3) months.
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.
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.
What parents say
I started my journey with Good Child Transitional Center in January of 2026. Starting with the fist call i was sure this is what I was looking for, for my a child in my care. The peace I felt was surprising welcomed for me. They went above and beyond for my child. The care, love, understanding and knowing that they hear ME and my Child is so refreshing. They not only there for your child they are there for ME as…
Carmen Vila · 5/5 on Google · 5 months agoMy daughter has been attending this daycare since she was 1 year old, and now at 2.5, I am amazed at how much she has learned and how beautifully she has grown. The teachers truly care about her needs and give her the support and attention every child deserves. She wakes up excited every morning, saying she wants to go to school - what more can a parent ask for? JoAnn, the director, is absolutely amazing. She runs…
Jess Roman · 5/5 on Google · 9 months agoMy son Landon is enrolled at Good Child Transitional Care and we could not be happier. I was nervous about enrolling him in daycare as he had been home with me for his first year and a half. After enrolling him, he has grown in leaps and bounds. The staff is wonderful and very caring. They keep me updated on everything he does throughout the day. They've assisted in working to get him potty trained. They do crafts,…
Kirsten Sanchez · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoReally love this place! My son was home for his first 2 years of life and around majority adults. We knew for his development it was time to expose him to children his age and be in a school setting. GCTC was one of the best decisions we could’ve made. My son transitioned so well! He’s been there since the beginning of July and now in September we genuinely see such a huge growth in development. He really looks…
Airess Walker · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoGetting there
380 Boston Post Rd Ste 5, Orange, CT 06477
Questions about Good Child Transitional Center
Is Good Child Transitional Center licensed?
Yes. Good Child Transitional Center holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.70697), with a licensed capacity of 24 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Good Child Transitional Center had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 14 violations for Good Child Transitional Center in the last three years, across 4 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 Good Child Transitional Center take?
Good Child Transitional Center is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages, and is open 6:30 am to 5:30 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Good Child Transitional Center cost?
Good Child Transitional 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.
