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Senovia Hernandez

Home daycare in Waterbury, CT. Waterbury, CT 06710. The address is a private home and is shared by the provider.

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Call (860) 459-8118
AgesInfant, toddler, preschool and school age
HoursSee hours below
Tuition fromNot listed
Licensed capacity6 children
Violations, last 3 years36
On the register since2020

About the program

Senovia Hernandez is a licensed home daycare in Waterbury, Connecticut, on the state register since 2020. It is licensed for 6 children and serves infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

Tuition and capacity

Tuition: not listed. Senovia Hernandez does not publish a fee schedule.

Licensing and safety

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Licence typeFamily Child Care Home · DCFH.53047
Licence statusActive since 2020
Licensed capacity6 children
Inspections on file9
Source: Connecticut Office of Early Childhood. Last synced September 18, 2026.
Violations, last 3 years36
Inspections on file9
All violations on file50Most recent August 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 August 25, 2026

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited May 28, 2026

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited November 10, 2025

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited November 6, 2025

Proper Rest Provisions/Safe Cribs [19a-87b-10(c)(5)]

Regulation: There shall be an individual bed, cot, mat or other provision intended for each child for napping or resting which is age appropriate, comfortable, clean, safe, and allows for minimal disturbance. Children shall nap or rest on such bed, cot, mat or other provision. All cribs shall comply with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission crib standards.

Cited November 6, 2025

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 These records shall be returned to the parent when the child is withdrawn from the family child care home.

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Cited November 6, 2025

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.

Cited November 6, 2025

Infants Placed on Back for Sleeping [19a-87b-10(f)(1) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(2)]

Regulation: Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a supine (back) position for sleeping.

Cited November 6, 2025

Infants Placed in Safe Crib/Snug Mattress/Tight Sheet [19a-87b-10(f)(1) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(4)]

Regulation: Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a well-constructed, free standing crib or other piece of equipment designed for infant sleeping and appropriate for the particular child, with a snug fitting mattress covered by a tightly-fitted sheet.

Cited April 21, 2025

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited January 15, 2025

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

Cited January 15, 2025

Medical Statement [19a-87b-7(a)]

Regulation: Household members shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems that might adversely affect children receiving family child care services.

Cited December 17, 2024

Access [19a-87b-13]

Regulation: The provider, assistant, emergency caregiver or substitute shall allow the Office of Early Childhood immediate access during customary hours to the facility named on the license whenever the Office of Early Childhood seeks to perform an inspection. The provider or substitute shall allow the Office of Early Childhood to inspect, upon request, any records required to be maintained.

Cited December 9, 2024

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.

Cited December 9, 2024

Enrollment Form [19a-87b-10(b)(1)]

Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a current and complete enrollment form. This form shall be kept for one year after a child ceases to be enrolled in the family child care home.

Cited December 9, 2024

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.

Cited December 9, 2024

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.

Cited December 9, 2024

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.

Cited December 9, 2024

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.

Cited December 9, 2024

Crib or other Provision Free from Observable Hazards [19a-87b-10(f)(3) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(7)]

Regulation: No potentially hazardous items shall be placed with an infant in a crib or hung over the side of a crib or other piece of equipment designed for sleeping except for a pacifier without attachments. Bibs and garments with ties or hooks shall be removed from infants that are placed to sleep. No toys or objects shall be attached to sleeping or rest equipment. No child under three years of age shall have access to teething necklaces, teething bracelets or other jewelry that could present a choking

Cited December 9, 2024

Good Nutrition: Meals/Snacks/Water Available [19a-87b-10(c)(2)]

Regulation: The family child care program shall include adequate and nutritious meals and snacks, prepared and stored in a safe and sanitary manner including proper refrigeration for perishable foods. Drinking water shall be made available and offered to children throughout the day.

Cited December 9, 2024

Infants Placed on Back for Sleeping [19a-87b-10(f)(1) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(2)]

Regulation: Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a supine (back) position for sleeping.

Cited August 20, 2024

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited August 12, 2024

Proper Rest Provisions/Safe Cribs [19a-87b-10(c)(5)]

Regulation: There shall be an individual bed, cot, mat or other provision intended for each child for napping or resting which is age appropriate, comfortable, clean, safe, and allows for minimal disturbance. Children shall nap or rest on such bed, cot, mat or other provision. All cribs shall comply with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission crib standards.

Cited August 12, 2024

Crib or other Provision Free from Observable Hazards [19a-87b-10(f)(3) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(7)]

Regulation: No potentially hazardous items shall be placed with an infant in a crib or hung over the side of a crib or other piece of equipment designed for sleeping except for a pacifier without attachments. Bibs and garments with ties or hooks shall be removed from infants that are placed to sleep. No toys or objects shall be attached to sleeping or rest equipment. No child under three years of age shall have access to teething necklaces, teething bracelets or other jewelry that could present a choking

Cited August 8, 2024

Sufficient Play Equipment [19a-87b-10(c)(1)]

Regulation: There shall be a sufficient quantity and variety of indoor and outdoor equipment which is appropriate to the needs of the children, their developmental levels and interests and is available for their use. There shall be equipment that encourages large and fine muscle activity, solitary and group play and quiet play. All manufacturer guidelines shall be followed for furniture, equipment and any toy that is accessible to children. Any furniture, equipment or toy that has been identified by the Uni

Cited August 8, 2024

Handwashing [19a-87b-10(c)(3)]

Regulation: The provider, staff and children shall wash their hands with soap and water before eating, handling food and after toileting.

Cited August 8, 2024

Parent Permission for Nonprescription Topical Meds [19a-87b-17(a)(2)]

Regulation: The written permission of the parent(s) shall be required prior to the administration of the nonprescription topical medication and shall be kept on file at the family child care home for each child administered a nonprescription topical medication. The medication shall be administered only in accordance with the written permission of the parent(s).

Cited August 8, 2024

Nonprescription Topical Meds Stored/Labeled [19a-87b-17(a)(3)(A) and/or 19a-87b-17(a)(3)(B)]

Regulation: The medication shall be stored in the original container and shall be appropriately labeled. The medication shall be stored away from food and inaccessible to children.

Cited August 8, 2024

Flexible and Balanced Schedule [19a-87b-10(c)(4)]

Regulation: The provider shall develop and implement a written schedule that is flexible, with time for free choice play, outdoor play, snacks, meals and a rest period.

Cited August 8, 2024

Proper Rest Provisions/Safe Cribs [19a-87b-10(c)(5)]

Regulation: There shall be an individual bed, cot, mat or other provision intended for each child for napping or resting which is age appropriate, comfortable, clean, safe, and allows for minimal disturbance. Children shall nap or rest on such bed, cot, mat or other provision. All cribs shall comply with the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission crib standards.

Cited August 8, 2024

Reqts for Sleeping Arrangements Posted/Discussed [19a-87b-10(f)(8)]

Regulation: The provider shall post in a conspicuous place in the family child care home the requirements pertaining to sleep arrangements and discuss with the child�s parent(s) the requirements prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the period of the child�s enrollment.

Cited August 8, 2024

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.

Cited August 8, 2024

Crib or other Provision Free from Observable Hazards [19a-87b-10(f)(3) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(7)]

Regulation: No potentially hazardous items shall be placed with an infant in a crib or hung over the side of a crib or other piece of equipment designed for sleeping except for a pacifier without attachments. Bibs and garments with ties or hooks shall be removed from infants that are placed to sleep. No toys or objects shall be attached to sleeping or rest equipment. No child under three years of age shall have access to teething necklaces, teething bracelets or other jewelry that could present a choking

Cited August 8, 2024

Freedom of Hazards [19a-87b-9(b)]

Regulation: The facility and equipment shall be in good repair, and reasonably free from anything that may be potentially dangerous to children.

Cited August 8, 2024

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.

Cited August 8, 2024

Infants Placed on Back for Sleeping [19a-87b-10(f)(1) and/or 19a-87b-10(f)(2)]

Regulation: Infants under 12 months shall be placed to sleep in a supine (back) position for sleeping.

Cited September 13, 2023

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

Cited September 13, 2023

Enrollment Form [19a-87b-10(b)(1)]

Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a current and complete enrollment form. This form shall be kept for one year after a child ceases to be enrolled in the family child care home.

Cited November 7, 2022

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited September 19, 2022

No Violations [-]

Regulation: -

Cited June 29, 2022

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.

Cited June 29, 2022

Enrollment Form [19a-87b-10(b)(1)]

Regulation: For each child enrolled, the provider shall maintain on file a current and complete enrollment form. This form shall be kept for one year after a child ceases to be enrolled in the family child care home.

Cited June 29, 2022

Notification of Change [19a-87b-5(j)]

Regulation: The applicant or provider shall notify the Commissioner in writing within five (5) working days of any change in circumstances which alters or affects the provision of family child care services.

Cited June 29, 2022

Awareness of/Understanding of Regulations [19a-87b-6(a)]

Regulation: The provider shall have a copy of the regulations at the facility and shall have read and understood the family child care standards set forth in these regulations.

Cited June 29, 2022

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.

Cited June 29, 2022

Medical Statement [19a-87b-7(a)]

Regulation: Household members shall be free from any mental, emotional or physical health problems that might adversely affect children receiving family child care services.

Cited June 29, 2022

Substitute/Assistant [19a-87b-8, 19a-87b-8(d) and/or 19a-87b-8(e)]

Regulation: The provider may have substitutes and assistants in the family child care home only after the intended staff member has been approved in writing by the Commissioner. All staff members shall have read and understood the regulations and shall be familiar with the operating procedures of the family child care home. Assistants shall maintain current first aid certification and substitutes shall maintain current first aid and CPR certification.

Cited June 29, 2022

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

Cited June 29, 2022

Smoke Detectors [19a-87b-9(d)(6)]

Regulation: The provider shall have smoke detectors, in operating condition, placed in the home so as to protect day care children's sleeping areas, play areas and the basement. There shall be at least one smoke detector on each level of the facility.

Cited June 29, 2022

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.

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Questions about Senovia Hernandez

Is Senovia Hernandez licensed?

Yes. Senovia Hernandez holds an active Family Child Care Home licence from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (licence DCFH.53047), with a licensed capacity of 6 children. The state record was synced in September 2026.

Has Senovia Hernandez had any inspection violations?

Connecticut records 36 violations for Senovia Hernandez in the last three years, across 9 inspections on file. Each one is listed above with the date it was corrected.

What ages does Senovia Hernandez take?

Senovia Hernandez is licensed to serve infant, toddler, preschool and school age ages.

How much does Senovia Hernandez cost?

Senovia Hernandez 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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