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Kindercare Learning Center #301247

Daycare center in South Windsor, CT. 494 Chapel Rd, South Windsor, CT 06074

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Kindercare Learning Center #301247 in South Windsor, CT
AgesInfant, toddler, preschool and school age
Hours6:30 am to 6 pm, Mon to Fri
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity91 children
Violations, last 3 years12
On the register since1988

About the program

Kindercare Learning Center #301247 is a licensed daycare center in South Windsor, Connecticut, on the state register since 1988. It is licensed for 91 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Kindercare Learning Center #301247 does not publish a fee schedule. Programs in the area that publish full-time tuition have a median starting price of $1,321 a month.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeChild Care Center · DCCC.12264
Licence statusActive since 1988
Licensed capacity91 children
Inspections on file7
Source: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Violations, last 3 years12Area median for centers: 15
Inspections on file7
All violations on file21Most recent March 2026

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.

Cited March 3, 2026

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited January 2, 2026

Non-Prescription Topical Medications [19a-79-9a(a)(2-3)]

Regulation: The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication shall be kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication. The parent(s) shall be immediately notified of any medication error, and notified of such error in writing not more than seventy two hours after the medication error occurred, and such medication error shall be documented in the child�s record. The medication shall be

Cited January 2, 2026

Diapering [19a-79-10(e)(1-10)]

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. Diapering areas shall be washed and disinfected after each use. Disposable paper sheets shall be used and discarded immediately after each diapering. A covered washable lined waste receptacle shall be availab

Cited January 2, 2026

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

Cited January 2, 2026

Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust [19a-79-7a(g)(1)]

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.

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Cited January 2, 2026

Lighting [19a-79-7a(e)(7-9)]

Regulation: All spaces occupied by people, equipment within buildings, approaches to buildings and parking lots shall have a minimum of one foot candle or equivalent of lighting per square foot. Child care centers and group child care homes shall have at least fifty foot candles or equivalent of light per square foot in rooms used by children for reading, painting and other close work. There shall be at least thirty foot candles of light or equivalent in other work or play areas. Programs that serve exclusi

Cited January 2, 2026

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

Cited January 2, 2026

Water supply- water testing [19a-79-7a(c)(5)(A-C)]

Regulation: Water supply, food service and sewage disposal facilities shall be adequate, safe and in compliance with all applicable sections of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies. Water from at least one drinking fountain or drinking, beverage and food preparation sink, and from two such sources if the facility has more than one, shall be tested every two years for lead content. The water sample shall have been standing in plumbing pipes at least six hours and the results shall be submitted to th

Cited February 21, 2025

Toileting [19a-79-7a(d)(10)(A-H)]

Regulation: Where toilets and sinks are shared by children and adults, a written policy shall be developed and implemented that requires supervision of children when using the shared toilet room. Programs shall provide changing and sanitary facilities appropriate to meet the individual needs of children who are enrolled at the facility who need assistance with toileting or who are not independent with toileting. Facilities using potty chairs in addition to the required toilets shall ensure that they are of

Cited February 21, 2025

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.

Cited September 6, 2024

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited January 5, 2024

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

Cited December 5, 2022

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.

Cited December 5, 2022

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

Cited December 5, 2022

Under 12 Months Placed on Back for Sleeping [19a-79-10(g)(1)]

Regulation: Infants under twelve (12) months of age shall be placed in a supine (back) position for sleeping in a well constructed, free standing crib or bed designed for infant sleeping, with a snug fitting mattress.

Cited November 29, 2021

Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed [19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8)]

Regulation: Every area used by children shall be adequately ventilated and have a thermometer affixed to the wall. The ambient air temperature shall be at least sixty-five (65) degrees Fahrenheit.

Cited November 29, 2021

Policies [19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A)]

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, emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, 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. Where toilets and sinks are shared by children and adults

Cited November 29, 2021

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

Cited November 29, 2021

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.

Cited November 29, 2021

Covered Waste Receptacle [19a-79-10(e)(6) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(9)]

Regulation: A covered washable lined waste receptacle shall be available and located in a convenient place for soiled waste material. These materials shall be removed to an exterior waste storage area at least daily. Disposable diapers shall be discarded in a covered receptacle immediately after diapering.

Cited November 29, 2021

Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/Storage [19a-79-9a(a)(3)]

Regulation: Nonprescription Topical Medications shall be stored in the original container and shall be appropriately labeled and shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children. Any unused portion of the medication shall be returned to the parent(s).

What parents say

The teachers are patient, caring, attentive, and truly passionate about what they do. It’s clear they genuinely love the children and work hard to create a safe, fun, and educational environment every day. We’ve seen so much growth, learning, and happiness since being part of this classroom. Sue and Paige go above and beyond and has created such a positive atmosphere for both the children and parents. Communication…

Aubreyana Burnett · 5/5 on Google · 3 months ago

We have had such a wonderful experience with KinderCare in South Windsor. As a parent, there is nothing more important than knowing your child is safe, cared for, and genuinely loved while away from home, and the staff here have consistently provided that peace of mind. The teachers and staff are incredibly caring, professional, and attentive. They truly take the time to get to know each child and create a nurturing,…

Jessica Reso · 5/5 on Google · 4 months ago

After four incredible years, today marks our last day at Kindercare South Windsor, and I truly can’t imagine these first years of motherhood without this amazing community. From the toddler classrooms all the way through Pre-K & Before/After school, Addison and Aiden have been surrounded by teachers who genuinely love what they do. Victoria, Shelley, Morgan, Alyana, Kristi, Dawn, and Director Jacqui have each played…

Kayla Holland · 5/5 on Google · 3 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Learning Experience - South Windsor We’ve had an amazing experience at The Learning Experience in South Windsor. In just four months, our son - who is almost 3 - has made incredible progress. Both his speech and his potty training have been a huge success thanks to the patience, encouragement, and consistency from his teachers. A special thank you to Mrs. Vijaya and Mrs. Sveta for their dedication,…

Giselle Ritter · 5/5 on Google · 7 months ago
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Getting there

494 Chapel Rd, South Windsor, CT 06074

Questions about Kindercare Learning Center #301247

Is Kindercare Learning Center #301247 licensed?

Yes. Kindercare Learning Center #301247 holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.12264), with a licensed capacity of 91 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Kindercare Learning Center #301247 had any inspection violations?

Connecticut records 12 violations for Kindercare Learning Center #301247 in the last three years, across 7 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 Kindercare Learning Center #301247 take?

Kindercare Learning Center #301247 is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 6:30 am to 6 pm, Mon to Fri.

How much does Kindercare Learning Center #301247 cost?

Kindercare Learning Center #301247 does not publish tuition. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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