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Honey Bear Learning Center Inc

Daycare center in Stratford, CT. 1498 North Ave, Stratford, CT 06614

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Honey Bear Learning Center Inc in Stratford, CT
AgesInfant, toddler, preschool and school age
Hours7 am to 5 pm, Mon to Fri
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity52 children
Violations, last 3 years3
On the register since1989

About the program

Honey Bear Learning Center Inc is a licensed daycare center in Stratford, Connecticut, on the state register since 1989. It is licensed for 52 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

Honey Bear Learning Center is a family-owned and operated preschool in Connecticut serving children ages six months to five years.

The program states NAEYC accreditation.

NAEYC accredited

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Honey Bear Learning Center Inc does not publish a fee schedule on its website.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeChild Care Center · DCCC.13395
Licence statusActive since 1989
Licensed capacity52 children
Inspections on file6
AccreditationNAEYC (stated by the program)
Source: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Violations, last 3 years3Area median for centers: 13
Inspections on file6
All violations on file10Most recent July 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 July 29, 2026

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited September 9, 2025

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited August 6, 2024

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Show all 10 violations on file
Cited August 26, 2022

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.

Cited August 22, 2022

Playground Free From Hazards [19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)]

Regulation: Hardware such as air conditioners, water heaters or fuse boxes shall be inaccessible to children. The playground shall be free of glass, debris, holes and other hazards.

Cited August 22, 2022

Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Unused/Expired Meds Returned/Disposed [19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(E)]

Regulation: All unused or expired medication shall be returned to the parent(s) or disposed of if it is not picked up within one (1) week following the termination of the order, in the presence of at least one witness. The facility shall keep a written record of the medications destroyed which shall be signed by both parties. The facility shall require the parent(s) of a child who has a prescription for an automatic prefilled cartridge injector, or similar automatic injectable equipment used to treat an all

Cited August 22, 2022

Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR [19a-79-9a(a)(2)]

Regulation: The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and a medication administration record shall be written in ink and kept on file at the facility for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication.

Cited November 29, 2021

001b-Administration [19a-79-3a]

Regulation: The operator of the child care center or group child care home shall be responsible for compliance with the requirements of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies and applicable endorsements in such a manner as to ensure the safety, health and development of the children while in the operator's care.

What parents say

My child currently attends the Infant/Toddler program at Honey Bear and I truly cannot say enough wonderful things about this place. As a parent, it means everything to know your child is in a safe, loving, and supportive environment, and that’s exactly what they provide here. The teachers are incredibly caring, attentive, and communicative. They have supported me every step of the way and always make sure my child…

Natalie Lopez · 5/5 on Google · 6 months ago

My daughter has been going to Honey bear since September 2025 and she loves it! She loves her teachers and all the faculty. They have been very instrumental in her growth and development. Since she started going there her behavior has improved tremendously. Her teachers are very personable and keep me updated daily on her progress. I’m a single mom and the director, Ms. Cathie, worked with me on the tuition so it’s…

Deanna Mucherino · 5/5 on Google · 6 months ago

I started writing this review so many times, trying to find the best words to describe my experience with Honey Bear. In 2021, my husband and I visited multiple childcare when we moved to CT. We were so fortunate to meet Ms. Cindy who was friendly, motivated, and enthusiastic person who took her time to explain us and show us around the different programs they had. The teachers and staff are professionals, warm,…

mariam Marmolejos · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago

My 5 year old Graduated from honey bear day care and she is the first of 3 kids which I needed support so that I can work and attend school full time, and as a parent trusting others is very hard and with all the things you see or hear on the news about staff and daycares it’s very stressful, well with honey bear they have high tech security in which they have codes at the door to enter the building and you have to…

Crystal Vargas · 5/5 on Google · 2 years ago
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Getting there

1498 North Ave, Stratford, CT 06614

Questions about Honey Bear Learning Center Inc

Is Honey Bear Learning Center Inc licensed?

Yes. Honey Bear Learning Center Inc holds an active Child Care Center licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCCC.13395), with a licensed capacity of 52 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Honey Bear Learning Center Inc had any inspection violations?

Connecticut records 3 violations for Honey Bear Learning Center Inc in the last three years, across 6 inspections on file. The median daycare center in the area has 13. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.

What ages does Honey Bear Learning Center Inc take?

Honey Bear Learning Center Inc is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages, and is open 7 am to 5 pm, Mon to Fri.

How much does Honey Bear Learning Center Inc cost?

Honey Bear Learning Center Inc does not publish tuition on its website. Ask for the full fee schedule on a tour, including registration, supply and late pick-up fees.

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