Wesley Learning Center
Daycare center in Sandy Hook, CT. 92 Church Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
About the program
Wesley Learning Center is a licensed daycare center in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, on the state register since 1993. It is licensed for 70 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
Wesley Learning Center is a faith-based, NAEYC-accredited preschool in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, offering flexible scheduling for children aged two to four.
The program follows a play-based and faith-based approach and states NAEYC accreditation.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Wesley 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 $1,408 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.
Notification of Change [19a-79-3a(c)(1-4)]
Regulation: The operator shall notify the Office of Early Childhood, the parent(s) and staff of any changes in programs or services. Notification of personnel changes shall be made within five (5) business days after the change. If the change is for a head teacher, a plan for interim head teacher coverage shall be submitted to the Office of Early Childhood. A qualified head teacher or a plan approved by the commissioner shall be in place within thirty (30) days of change of a qualified head teacher. Notific
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
Space not approved-not used for field trips-written parent permission [19a-79-7a(b)(6)]
Regulation: Indoor or outdoor space not inspected or approved by the Office at the same address as the facility shall not be used for field trips unless the program takes reasonable efforts to ensure the health and safety of all children using such space. Written permission from the parent(s) of children having access to such space shall be obtained and kept on file for Office review and such parent(s) shall be advised such space is not inspected or approved by the Office.
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
Authorized prescriber/parent permission [19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B)]
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 three years after the child is no longer attending the program.
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Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)]
Regulation: An individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities when it is necessary that special care be taken or provided while a child is in attendance shall be developed and implemented with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary. The plan shall include appropriate care of the child to prevent and respond to a medical or other emergency and shall be signed by the parent and program staff responsible for the care of the child.
Outdoor equip. dev. 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.
Regulation cited
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
Emergency Plans [19a-79-3a(e)(6)]
Regulation: The operator shall post emergency plans in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public.
Annual Staff Training [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 assure annual training for all current staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures. 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 develo
Professional Development [19a-79-4a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-4a(g)]
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 documentation of professional development for each program staff person who cares for the children, including new employee orientation and annual training for current staff on programs policies, plans and procedures. Professional development for program staff shall be required for one (1) per cent of the total annual hours worked. The operator of the child c
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
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.
Ratio: 1 Staff to 10 Children [19a-79-4a(c)(4)(A) thru (C) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)]
Regulation: There shall be at least one (1) program staff person for every ten (10) children, or fraction thereof in attendance at all times. When there is a mixed age group, the lower required ratio for the age of the youngest child shall prevail. 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.
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 a minimum of one foot candle of lighting per square foot. All rooms used by children for reading, painting and other close work shall have at least fifty foot candles of light. For other work or play areas there shall e at least thirty foot candles of light.
No Toys/Objects Less than 1 1/4 [19a-79-10(h)(2)]
Regulation: Toys and other objects with a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches shall not be accessible to children under three (3) years of age.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff [19a-79-3a(d)(1)]
Regulation: The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include daily attendance records for both children and staff showing the specific times of arrival and departure. 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.
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.
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.
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.
What parents say
All three of my children have either gone through or are currently enrolled at Wesley Learning Center and we truly couldn’t be happier with the experience we’ve had over the years. The teachers are incredibly trustworthy, caring, and genuinely invested in each child. They take the time to really get to know my kids and that means so much as a parent. The school fosters such a warm, welcoming environment where my kids…
AnnaMarie Drummond · 5/5 on Google · 8 months agoOur family has been part of the Wesley Learning Center Community for 3 years. We have had an amazing experience throughout our time there. The atmosphere is light and welcoming, with windows and natural light filling each room. The playground is spacious with many different fun, engaging toys. There is great indoor space for the children when the weather doesn’t cooperate. From music class, to karate, touch a…
Ashleigh Merritt · 5/5 on Google · a year agoI have been a part of the WLC family for the last 5+ years and couldn’t be happier. The staff are warm, loving, creative and wonderful educators. The programs offered on a weekly basis to each class like music, karate, field trips, and visits from the local library are unique and not something most preschools have. All my children have gone through this program and have been more than ready for Kindergarten at the…
Gabrielle DiBuono · 5/5 on Google · a year agoWe started our son for his first year in the 3's program in Wesley and we could not be happier. We have seen him progress and learn so much in these months. The teachers truly care about the kids and they offer a great curriculum. They offer flexible scheduling and extra activities like karate, music class and field trips. We also have him enrolled in lunch bunch that offers us the opportunity to work an extra hour.
Alexandra Radachowsky · 5/5 on Google · a year agoGetting there
92 Church Hill Road, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
Questions about Wesley Learning Center
Is Wesley Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Wesley Learning Center holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.14061), with a licensed capacity of 70 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Wesley Learning Center had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 18 violations for Wesley Learning Center 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 Wesley Learning Center take?
Wesley Learning Center is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages, and is open 8:30 am to 2:30 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Wesley Learning Center cost?
Wesley 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.