Laura Benjamin
Home daycare in Putnam, CT. Putnam, CT 06260. The address is a private home and is shared by the provider.
About the program
Laura Benjamin is a licensed home daycare in Putnam, Connecticut, on the state register since 2022. It is licensed for 6 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Laura Benjamin does not publish a fee schedule.
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.
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Carbon Monoxide Detector [19a-87b-9(d)(7)]
Regulation: Family child care homes that utilize combustible fuel shall be equipped with at least one operable carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each occupied level of the home. CO detectors shall comply with the Underwriters Laboratories Standards for Safety and shall be operated in accordance with the manufacturer�s instructions.
Child Health Record [19a-87b-10(b)(2)]
Regulation: The provider shall have a complete and current general health record on file when the child begins attending the family child care home, signed and dated by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse. These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.
First Aid Supplies [19a-87b-9(m) and/or 19a-87b-9(n)]
Regulation: The provider shall have at least one portable, readily accessible first aid kit where children are in care, including field trips. Each kit shall be a closed container for storing first aid supplies, accessible to the provider and substitute at all times but out of the reach of children. First aid kits shall contain required supplies and shall be restocked after use.
Immunizations [19a-87b-10(b)(2)(A)(v) and/or 19a-87b-10(l)]
Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a complete immunization record.
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Immunizations [19a-87b-10(b)(2)(A)(v) and/or 19a-87b-10(l)]
Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a complete immunization record.
Infant Care: Individual Attention/Held for Bottle Feedings [19a-87b-10(e)]
Regulation: The provider shall allow infants to crawl or toddle, shall hold them for bottle feedings and at other times while at the family child care home, and shall give them individual attention, and verbal communication.
Emergency Evacuation Drills-Quarterly [19a-87b-9(d)(5)]
Regulation: The provider and staff shall be periodically instructed and kept informed of their duties under the plan and shall practice at least quarterly an emergency evacuation drill. A written log of the practiced drills shall be maintained at the family child care home for one year.
Pets [19a-87b-9(o)]
Regulation: The provider shall be responsible for protecting the health and safety of the children from household pets and other animals at the facility. Animal waste shall be kept inaccessible to children. The provider shall develop and implement a written plan to keep any animal kept at the facility inaccessible to the children if the animal is known to be dangerous or aggressive. A current rabies vaccination certificate shall be kept on file at the family child care home for each dog and cat over fourtee
Medical Statement [19a-87b-6(b)]
Regulation: The provider shall be physically, emotionally and mentally able to handle child care responsibilities and emergencies and shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems which may impair such ability or otherwise adversely affect the children in care. The provider shall furnish to the Office of Early Childhood, medical information and documentation as requested.
Background Check [19a-87b-8a]
Regulation: The applicant, provider, prospective employees, assistants, substitutes and each household member shall submit to a comprehensive background check. Such persons shall not have record that the Commissioner reasonably believes renders such person ineligible. The provider shall not employ program staff who have a record the commissioner reasonably believes renders such staff ineligible. The provider shall maintain at the family child care home evidence of compliance with the comprehensive backgr
Child Health Record [19a-87b-10(b)(2)]
Regulation: The provider shall have a complete and current general health record on file when the child begins attending the family child care home, signed and dated by a physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse. These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.
Emergency Permission Form [19a-87b-10(b)(3)(B)]
Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying name, address and telephone numbers of emergency medical care provider for the children.
Field Trip and Transportation Permission [19a-87b-10(b)(3)(C) and/or 19a-87b-10(b)(3)(D)]
Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying any activity away from the family child care home, including days and times, and transportation for children leaving the family child care home by the provider or staff.
Authorized Release [19a-87b-10(b)(3)(A)]
Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall have on file and shall keep updated the parent's written permission and instructions specifying the name, address and telephone numbers of persons permitted to remove the child from the family child care home on behalf of the parent.
What parents say
My 18 month old is currently attending and I absolutely love it. Small private setting. Lots of learning activities, and outdoor activities. Because of the small setting each child receives extra personal care which is huge during development of their tiny minds and bodies. I absolutely love sending my daught there. Rates are extremely reasonable. I 100% recommend sending you child to Laura!
Katie Baird · 5/5 on Google · a year agoLaura is absolutely great! You can really tell how much the children just love her, and she always has something fun planned for them to do, whether it's a rainy day inside or a beautiful day outside. She is awesome with the communication to parents and always pleasant to interact with. The home is clean,safe, and in a good neighborhood. The yard is fenced in and has a playset for the kiddos. I highly recommend her!
Amanda M · 5/5 on Google · 2 years agoAbsolutely LOVE this daycare. She is beyond amazing with the kids and she feels like family. Our son absolutely loves going and he has learns so much. She helps work with potty training amd getting them ready for prek. I know my son is safe and I have allele comfortable leaving him there for the day.
Kristen Hallman · 5/5 on Google · a year agoAwesome child care in the putnam area! My daughter can be difficult at times and doesn’t like many people because of her special needs! Laura was a godsend and my child absolutely loves her!
David Owens · 5/5 on Google · 3 years agoQuestions about Laura Benjamin
Is Laura Benjamin licensed?
Yes. Laura Benjamin holds an active Family Child Care Home licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCFH.57691), with a licensed capacity of 6 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Laura Benjamin had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 7 violations for Laura Benjamin in the last three years, across 4 inspections on file. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.
What ages does Laura Benjamin take?
Laura Benjamin is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 6:30 am to 5 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Laura Benjamin cost?
Laura Benjamin does not publish tuition. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.