Saint Joseph Child Care Center
Daycare center in South Windsor, CT. 414 King St, South Windsor, CT 06074
About the program
Saint Joseph Child Care Center is a licensed daycare center in South Windsor, Connecticut, on the state register since 2025. It is licensed for 29 children and serves infant, toddler and preschool ages.
Saint Joseph Childcare Center is a child care facility.
Tuition and capacity
Tuition: not listed. Saint Joseph Child Care 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 $1,321 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.
Designated head teacher - 60% [19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2)]
Regulation: A designated head teacher shall be on site for sixty percent (60%) of the time the child care center or group child care home is in operation on a weekly basis. The head teacher shall be approved by the Office.
No Violations [-]
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Safe Sleep [19a-79-10(g)(1-8)]
Regulation: Infants under twelve months of age shall be placed in a supine (back) position for sleeping in a well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child. A well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment shall be used designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child, with a snug fitting mattress covered by a tightly-fitted sheet. Infants under twelve months of age shall be placed
Feeding [19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5)]
Regulation: Infants shall be removed from their cribs and held for all bottle feedings. They may be placed in chairs for all other feedings. Infants and toddlers shall be removed from their cribs or playpens at other intervals during the day for individual cuddlings and for verbal communication. They shall be allowed to crawl and toddle as age and development permit. Each infant shall be placed in a prone (front) position part of the time when awake. When food and liquids are served a written statement spec
Immunization records [19a-79-5a(2)(C)
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 a health record that shall include date of birth, a physical examination form, an immunization record, and information regarding disabilities or special health care needs.
Show all 21 violations on file
Injury, Illness, Incident, Accident reports [19a-79-5a(a)(3)(A)]
Regulation: A written report shall be produced and maintained on the licensed premises, and for a period of not less than 2 years, documenting any injuries or accidents that result in an injury to a child, or illness of a child enrolled at the facility, an incident that is required to be reported to DCF. This report shall be available to the OEC upon request and a copy shall be provided to the parent no later than the next business day.
Daily Attendance Records: Children/Staff [19a-79-3a(d)(1)]
Regulation: Daily attendance records for both children and program staff, recorded daily at the time of arrival and departure and kept on file at the facility for at least one year, showing the specific times of arrival and departure.
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.
Employee orientation for new program staff [19a-79-3a(b)(6)]
Regulation: The operator shall require participation by new program staff in employee orientation.
Ratios [19a-79-4a(d)(4)(A-B) and (d)(6)]
Regulation: Proper staff child ratios shall be maintained at all times, indoors and outdoors. There shall be at least one program staff for every ten children, or fraction thereof in attendance. 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.
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
Ratios- 1:4 (6wks-24mths), 1:5 (24-36mths) [19a-79-10(c)(2)]
Regulation: There shall be at least one program staff qualified under section 19a79-4a(e) of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies for every four children or fraction thereof who are under the age of two years in attendance and for every five children or fraction thereof who are two years old in attendance, indoors and outdoors.
Parent Permissions [19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(i-iv)]
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 specific written permission forms signed by the parent(s) authorizing the operator to use the programs emergency policies which shall accompany the child on trips away fro
Staff Health Records [19a-79-4a(a)(1)]
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, completed within 12 months before the date of employment for new program staff, and every 36 months for current program staff. Such statement shall document the presence of any known medical or emotional illness or disorder that would currently pose a risk to children.
Adequate staffing [19a-79-4a(d)]
Regulation: The operator shall maintain program staff adequate for the number, ages and developmental needs of the children to be accommodated.
Designated head teacher - 60% [19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2)]
Regulation: A designated head teacher shall be on site for sixty percent (60%) of the time the child care center or group child care home is in operation on a weekly basis. The head teacher shall be 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
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.
Child Health Records [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A)-(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 a health record that shall include date of birth, a signed physical examination form including the child's date of birth, a statement about the child's general health and
Parent notification of illness or injury [19a-79-5a(a)(3)(B)]
Regulation: The operator shall immediately notify the parent of a child enrolled if such child exhibits or develops an illness or is injured while in the care of the child care center or group child care home.
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.
What parents say
We are very happy with this daycare. The teachers are caring, patient, and truly dedicated to the children's growth and well-being. My daughter loves coming here every day and has learned so much since she started. The staff always keeps us informed and creates a safe, clean, and welcoming environment. I highly recommend this daycare to any parent looking for quality care for their child.
Ysabella Castillo · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoMy experience at the center has been the best. My baby has been there since he was 3 months old. They were very helpful from the beginning with the Care4Kids paperwork. The facilities are very spacious, providing a comfortable and supportive learning environment for the children. Everything was excellent regarding cleanliness, safety, and my child's well-being. I highly recommend this center for your childcare needs.
Shirley Peña · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoMy daughter Olivia is currently at this daycare center, and she just overall loves it. She has learned so much here, and every morning she wakes up, she looks forward to seeing her teachers and friends. The staff there are super friendly and are very attentive to my daughter's needs. They have also been helping us with potty training, which can be difficult for some parents. The environment is clean and safe for…
Bri Velez · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoThis daycare has been a blessing for my family. We are very happy with Miss Monica and her staff for the dedication and care they have shown - first to my daughter a few years ago, and now to my new baby. I am truly grateful.
Paul Horna · 5/5 on Google · 3 months agoGetting there
414 King St, South Windsor, CT 06074
Questions about Saint Joseph Child Care Center
Is Saint Joseph Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. Saint Joseph Child Care Center holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.70851), with a licensed capacity of 29 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.
Has Saint Joseph Child Care Center had any inspection violations?
Connecticut records 21 violations for Saint Joseph Child Care Center in the last three years, across 3 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 Saint Joseph Child Care Center take?
Saint Joseph Child Care Center is licensed to serve infant, toddler and preschool ages, and is open 6 am to 6 pm, Mon to Fri.
How much does Saint Joseph Child Care Center cost?
Saint Joseph Child Care 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.
