Preschools & Daycares
Wethersfield, Rocky Hill & Newington
Licensed Nursery Schools & Licensed Day Care Providers
Introduction
First Church of Christ Nursery School
Learning and Playing Home Day Care
Pride and Joy Learning Academy, LLC
Rainbow Center for Children and Families
Wethersfield Cooperative Nursery School
Wethersfield United Methodist Church Nursery School
Wonder Years Children’s Center
Antonella’s Home Daycare & Preschool
Kids Lane Daycare & Learning Center
Rocky Hill Congregational Cooperative Nursery School
St. James Cooperative Nursery School
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Newington United Methodist Church Nursery School
Riddles & Rhymes Home Child Care
Southfield Children’s Center, Inc.
Tiny Tot Day Care Ctr., LLC & Nursery School
Introduction
The Wethersfield Library’s Children’s Services is providing information on state licensed nursery schools, day care centers and home day cares serving the towns of Wethersfield, Rocky Hill and Newington. Every effort is made to record the information accurately. Because we must rely on the participating organizations to update their information, no guarantees can be made that all information is correct. The posting of information is not an endorsement by the Library. Please contact the school or center directly with any questions about the information presented below.
If you are a state licensed nursery school, day care center or home day care and would like to be included in this database please click here and print out the form. Please mail to:
Wethersfield Library Children’s Services
Attn: Brienne Tripp
515 Silas Deane Highway
Wethersfield, CT 06109
Phone: (860)257-2805 Email: btripp@wethersfieldlibrary.org
Parent Information
Information regarding state licensed daycares may be found at
the state’s website: http://www.dph.state.ct.us/BRS/Day_Care/day_care.htm
Information regarding the “National Association for the Education of Young Children” (NAEYC) may be found at: http://www.naeyc.org/
Information on how to choose good child care can be found at:
http://www.zerotothree.org/choose_care.html
http://www.rightchoiceforkids.org/docs/FamilyGuide.pdf
WETHERSFIELD, CONNECTICUT
Bright Beginnings Preschool
Address: |
511 Maple Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
(860) 721-6424 |
Web Address: |
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Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Gloria Nicholson |
Director’s Credentials: |
Associate of Arts degree and a Bachelor of Science degree in Art Education and State certified Head Teacher for 3-5 year olds. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
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Requirements: |
Students must be toilet trained |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Fees: |
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Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
By appointment only |
Activities/Equipment: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
First Church of Christ Nursery School
Address: |
250 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
(860) 529-1575 |
Web Address: |
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Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Joan J. Hines |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education. 30 years of teaching, 15 years directing Nursery Schools, received Best American Teachers and Manchester, CT Teachers Awards. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
Tue. & Thurs.: 12:00PM - 2:00PM
Mon.-Thurs.: 12:00PM - 2:30PM
Mon.-Fri.: 8:45AM-11:15AM Mon.-Thurs.: 12:00PM - 2:30PM |
Requirements: |
Child must be 3 by December 31st of the school year the child is attending. Child must be toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Please call for information |
FEES: |
3 year olds: $981 4 year olds, 3 day: $1170 4 year olds, 4 day: $1296 Pre-K, 4 day: $1296 Pre-K, 5 day: $1465 |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Yes, once a year. Short conferences are available during the year at parent’s request. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Helping hands in classrooms, substitutes, field trips, reading to classes, sharing occupations, class parties etc. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress-up, gross motor equipment, circle/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts/crafts, nature study, day trips, music, videos/movies only when appropriate, some classes have pets, snack time (parents provide snack), and lunch bunch 4 days a week (parents provide lunch). |
Learning and Playing Home Day Care
Address: |
29 Cranston Ave. Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 398-4332 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
LearnandPlayDayCareCT@Gmail.com |
Director’s Name: |
Erika Eaton |
Director’s Credentials: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
No |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
18 months – 10 years Mon. – Fri.: 7:00AM – 5:30PM |
Requirements: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Fees: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
18 months - 10 years= 6:1 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
No |
Parent Participation Programs: |
No |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Snack provided, Costumes/dress-up, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, arts/crafts, rest period, music period |
Pride and Joy Learning Academy, LLC
Address: |
449 Silas Deane Hwy.,Wethersfield, CT. 06109 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 563-3747 Fax # (860) 513-5640 |
Web Address: |
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Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Mahnaz Mondanipour |
Director’s Credentials: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
Yes |
Programs Available: |
6 weeks - 5 years Mon. – Fri.: 7:00AM – 5:30PM |
Requirements: |
Interview and tour; visit in classroom and preschool children should be toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Rolling admission. |
Fees: |
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Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
Please call for an appointment. |
Activities/Equipment: |
Two snacks are provided each day, families must provide healthy lunches. |
Rainbow Center for Children and Families
Address: |
80 Garden Street, Wethersfield, CT. 06109 |
Phone: |
(860) 529-5229 |
Web Address: |
http://www.rainbowcenterforchildrenandfamilies.com |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Dr. Ozlem Camli |
Director’s Credentials: |
PhD-Clinical Psychologist & National Accreditation Commission. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
Yes |
Programs Available: |
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Requirements: |
Visit to center. |
Registration Deadline: |
Rolling enrollment. |
FEES: |
Call for fees. |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
At least 2 times a year. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
No |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Centerbased classrooms & full outdoor play area. |
Sandi’s Home Daycare
Address: |
61 Spruce Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
(860) 563-6222 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Sandra Yade |
Director’s Credentials: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months - 12 years Mon. – Fri.: 7AM – 5PM |
Requirements: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
Newborn-1 year: $185 per week 2 years and up: $165 per week |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
6:1 (3 before & after school children) |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Reading area, costume/dress-up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts/crafts, rest period, videos/movies, classroom pets and snack provided. |
Address: |
Pitkin Community Center. 30 Greenfield Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 721-2950 or (860) 721-2957 Fax # (860) 721-2956 |
Web Address: |
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Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Marilyn Foley |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education, Master of Arts in Special Education, taught Special Education in Newington and taught preschool for 17 years. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
· 3 year olds: Tue., Thurs.: 9:00AM -11:15AM · 4 year olds: Mon., Wed., Fri.: 12:00PM -2:30PM or Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri.: 12:00PM - 2:30PM · Backyard Scientist: Tue.: 12:00PM - 2:30PM 4 six-week themed programs: dinosaurs, space, sea & bugs |
Requirements: |
Children must be 3 years old by December 31st and toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Registration is held in March for the following school year. Registration is ongoing until classes are filled. |
FEES: |
· 3 year olds: $935 a year /residents $950 a year /non-residents · 4 year olds, 3 day: $1025 a year/residents $1050 a year/non-residents · 4 year olds, 4 day: $1265 a year/residents $1285 a year/non-residents · Backyard Scientist: $120 per session/ residents $145 per session/non-residents |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
· 3 year olds = 18:2.5 · 4 year olds = 20:2.5 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
In March or when requested by parent or teacher. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Parents may volunteer to be room parents, story readers, party helpers, classroom aides or help with preparation of craft. Family events are planned during the school year. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress-up, gross motor equipment, circle/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, occasional day trips, music period, snack provided and gym time. |
TLC Early Childhood Program
Toni’s Home Day Care
Address: |
152 Wolcott Hill Road, Wethersfield, CT. 06109 |
Phone: |
(860) 721-1682 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Toni Golec |
Director’s Credentials: |
CDA (Child Development Associate) + 32 years licensed |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
6 weeks - 12 years Mon. – Fri.: 7AM – 4:30PM |
Requirements: |
Medical and registration forms according to CT state requirements. |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
Fees are daily or weekly and are based on child’s hours. |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
5:1 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Daily exchanges. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
By appointment only. |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress-up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts/crafts, nature study, rest period, music period, videos/movies and parents provide all food, diapers and wipes. |
Wethersfield Cooperative Nursery School
Address: |
300 Main Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
(860) 257-1014 |
Web Address: |
http://wethersfieldco-op.com |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Corrie Coltey & Board of Parents. |
Director’s Credentials: |
Head Teacher & Educational Consultant. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
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Requirements: |
Must be 3 by Dec. 31st for 3 year old program. And 4 by Dec. 31st for 4 year old program. |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing Registration forms available on website |
FEES: |
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Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Yes. Held in March. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Parents participate in the classroom and in the running of the school. Classroom assignment averages approximately 9 times a year. Monthly parent meetings are required. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress-up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips, music period, videos/movies and snack provided. |
Wethersfield United Methodist Church Nursery School
Address: |
150 Prospect Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 529-2025, Fax # (860) 529-9521 |
Web Address: |
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Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Wendy Vencuss |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Science in Education, Master of Arts in Education/Special Education and Co-Pastor at Wethersfield United Methodist Church. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
or Mon., Tue., Wed., Thurs.: 12:00PM -2:30PM
12PM-2:30PM
11:15-2:15PM
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Requirements: |
Must be 3 by Dec. 31st for 3 year old program and must be toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Registration typically begins in the 3rd week of January and is ongoing. |
FEES: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Yes. Held during March as well as ongoing communication with parents. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Occasional parent workshops (topics have included “Parenting,” speech and language development and Kindergarten readiness with some guest speakers (Physical Therapy and Occupational therapy, Speech & Kindergarten teachers). |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips (walking), occasional rest period, music period, videos/movies (occasional), computers, snack provided (peanut and tree-nut free, lunch provided (optional Lunch Club), creative arts, Plus Program and Sanctuary time (occasional). |
Wonder Years Children’s Center
Address: |
79 Crest Street, Wethersfield, CT 06109 |
Phone: |
(860) 257-9422 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Tracy Tine |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Arts Degree |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
Yes |
Programs Available: |
Infants - school age Mon.- Fri.: 7:30AM - 5:00PM (before/after school care for school age) |
Requirements: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Activities/Equipment: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Rocky Hill, CONNECTICUT
Antonella’s Home Daycare & Preschool
Address: |
99 Deming Road, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 |
Phone: |
(860) 563-5333 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Antonella Battisto |
Director’s Credentials: |
College Degree |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes, owner only. |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
1 year-school age (Stevens School): Mon. – Fri.: 7:30AM-5:30PM |
Requirements: |
Interviews are preferred. |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
Negotiable |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
6:1 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
By request. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
No |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, rest period, music period, videos/movies, classroom pets, computers, snack is provided. |
Kids Lane Daycare & Learning Center
Address: |
38 New Britain Ave., Rocky Hill, CT 06067 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 563-6205 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Jennifer Dagle |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelors Degree, Head Teacher Certified and Educational Consultant. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
6 weeks – 12 years: 6:30AM-6PM |
Requirements: |
Must be 3 years old and toilet trained for preschool group. |
Registration Deadline: |
ongoing |
FEES: |
Call for fees |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Yes |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Activities/Equipment: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Kinder Care Learning Center
Address: |
303 Cromwell Avenue, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 529-0436, Fax # (860) 529-1465 |
Web Address: |
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Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Lucy Baker |
Director’s Credentials: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
6 weeks – 12 years: 6:30AM-6:30PM |
Requirements: |
3 years and up must be toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing |
FEES: |
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Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
2 times per year. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Yes |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress-up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips for school age only, rest period, music period, classroom pets: fish, computers, snack and lunch provided. |
Rocky Hill Congregational Cooperative Nursery School
Address: |
805 Old Main Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 |
Phone: |
(860) 529-4167 |
Web Address: |
http://www.rhccucc.org |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Judy Tatem |
Director’s Credentials: |
Masters in Education in Early Childhood, Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
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Requirements: |
Children must be age 3 before the 1st day of school. All children must be completely toilet trained. No “Pull-Ups”. |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing |
FEES: |
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Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Student evaluations are done in November & March. Informal parent conferences as requested/needed. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Yes. Along with having a co-op “job”, parents work in the classroom as aides. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips, music period, videos/movies, computers, bring own snack. |
St. James Cooperative Nursery School
Address: |
767 Elm Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 |
Phone: |
(860) 563-3019 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
morsulak@cox.net |
Director’s Name: |
Arlene Lastrina |
Director’s Credentials: |
Masters in Education in Early Childhood, Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
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Requirements: |
Children must be age 3 before the September 30th. All children must be completely toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Call or email for availability. |
FEES: |
Determined annually prior to registration. |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Yes. 1-2 times per year or as needed. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Yes. Aiding in classroom and committee work. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes, without child. |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips, music period, snack provided by working parent and cooking activities. |
The Stork Club
Address: |
558 Cromwell Avenue, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 563-9096 Fax # (860) 571-0477 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Robin Kilduff |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Arts degree from Boston College, 11 years experience in childcare center, Head Teacher certified. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months – 8 years: Mon-Fri: 6:30AM – 6:00PM Also offer part time hours: Mon.,Wed., Fri. or Tue., Thur. Summer Programs and field trips |
Requirements: |
Parent interviews, 3 year olds must be toilet trained, deposit and registration fee required. |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing |
FEES: |
3 months – 2 years: $210 full time $150 3 days $102 2 days 3years – 5 years: $150 full time $120 3 days $85 2 days Call for school age fees |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Nursery program: 2 times per year |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips (over 3years old), rest period, music period, videos/movies, classroom pets (fish), computers and snack provided. |
Newington, Connecticut
Bright Horizons Family Solutions
Address: |
2800 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 667-0080 Fax # (860) 594-8837 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Amy Raymond |
Director’s Credentials: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
6 weeks - 8 years: Mon.- Fri.: 7:00AM-5:30PM |
Requirements: |
Children must be toilet trained for 3 and up classrooms |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing |
FEES: |
Please call for fees |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
2 times per year. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Encourage parents to share their cultures & values when discussing different themes throughout the year. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress-up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, enclosed outdoor play area, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, rest period, computers and snack provided. |
Newington United Methodist Church Nursery School
Address: |
401 New Britain Avenue, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 666-0027 Fax # (860) 594-8841 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
LoisAnn Weissenburger |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelors & Master’s degree in Education and 20 years experience. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
12:15PM-2:30PM
12:15PM-2:30PM |
Requirements: |
Must be toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Registration begins the previous February and continues until full. |
FEES: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Activities/Equipment: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
KIDCO
Address: |
2175 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 667-7191, Fax # (860) 665-0280 |
Web Address: |
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Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Maria Bomely |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree and 20 years experience. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
Yes |
Programs Available: |
9AM-11:30AM program. |
Requirements: |
Preschool children need to be 3 years of age by January 1st and toilet trained. Interested families can call for a tour. |
Registration Deadline: |
Year round registration. Nursery School begins in September for all 3- 4 year old children. |
FEES: |
Call for rates. |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
2 times per year for preschoolers (November & May). |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Holiday Programs. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips, rest period, music period, videos/movies (1 time per week), classroom pets, computers, snack provided and indoor gym. |
Kids Count Learning Center
Address: |
41 West Hartford Road, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 313-8099 Fax # (860) 561-1569 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Lennie Fagin |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Science degree in Education. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
6 weeks – 5 years old: Mon.-Fri. 7:00AM-6:00PM |
Requirements: |
None |
Registration Deadline: |
Open enrollment. |
FEES: |
Call for tuition prices. |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
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Parent Teacher Conferences: |
2 times per year. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Parents are allowed to visit and assist whenever they like. Parents also chaperone field trips. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips, rest period, music period, videos/movies, computers and snack provided. |
Laurette Home Daycare
Address: |
97 Cambria Avenue, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
(860) 666-5649 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Laurette Roy |
Director’s Credentials: |
First aid and medication certified. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months – school age |
Requirements: |
Immunization records and interviews. |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
6 full time and 3 before & after school children |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Mrs. De’s Home Daycare
Address: |
61 Boulevard, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 667-3116 Fax # (860) 666-0343 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Rosemary DeFrancesco |
Director’s Credentials: |
20 years experience, previously head teacher of infant room. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months - 4 years: 7:30AM-5:00PM. Is flexible (offers less than 5 days per week), open all year including summer vacations & snow days. Bilingual (Spanish/English). Specializes in infant care. Will take part time children. |
Requirements: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
Please Call |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
4:1 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Activities/Equipment: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Play and Learn Daycare
Address: |
7 Brentwood Road, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
(860) 665-1304 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Nina Vasques |
Director’s Credentials: |
CT Certified Elementary Teacher with Master of Science degree in literacy. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
|
Requirements: |
Call for interview and information. |
Registration Deadline: |
ongoing |
FEES: |
Call for fees |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
6:1 if full. (2 children under 2 and 4 preschoolers) |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
As needed. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
No |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, cooking, rest period, music period, videos/movies, computers, snacks and lunch provided. |
Riddles & Rhymes Home Child Care
Address: |
179 Winslow Drive, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
(860) 665-9814 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Lisa Bielesz |
Director’s Credentials: |
Licensed since 1997 |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months - 4 years: 7:30AM-4:30PM Follows school year calendar |
Requirements: |
Please call to set up an interview. |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
Discussed at interview. |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
6:1 (2 children under 2) |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, rest period, music period, snack provided, breakfast and lunch provided. |
Southfield Children’s Center, Inc.
Address: |
84 Faith Road, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 666-8811 Fax # (860) 666-7803 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Patrick M. Clow |
Director’s Credentials: |
Advanced Educational Administration Degree from Columbia University and 36 year educational career. Connecticut Directors credits-on a master level |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
Yes with commendation. |
Programs Available: |
3 months - school age: 7:30AM-5:30PM Kindergarten: 9:00AM-3:00PM (before/after school) |
Requirements: |
Visit to center before registration. |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing |
FEES: |
Sliding scale |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
Infant/Toddlers: 2:1 Pre-K-school age: 6:1 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Activities/Equipment: |
Outdoor play area, Discovery curriculum |
Super Club for Kids
Address: |
2172 Berlin Turnpike, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
Main # (860) 665-7529, Fax # (860) 665-0726 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
Jackie Gleifert |
Director’s Credentials: |
Bachelor of Science degree, continuing education hours and many years experience. |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
6 weeks - 12 years (transportation to Newington, Wethersfield & Rocky Hill Schools) & summer camp: Mon.-Fri. 6:30AM - 6:00PM |
Requirements: |
Preschoolers must be 3 and toilet trained. |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing |
FEES: |
Weekly tuition varies by age. |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
|
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
At parents request. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
Outside programs/facilities come in for meetings and discussions. |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips, rest period, music period, videos/movies, computer room and in classes, 2 snacks provided, breakfast and lunch provided and indoor gym with tumble track. |
Teddy Bear Club Daycare
Address: |
50 Spruce Street, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
(860) 667-9224 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
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Director’s Name: |
Janet Dubois |
Director’s Credentials: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months - 3 years: 7AM– 5PM |
Requirements: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
6:1 |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
When needed. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, gross motor equipment, storytime, free play, outdoor play, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, rest period, music period, videos/movies, computers, breakfast and 2 snacks provided. |
Tiny Tot Day Care Ctr., LLC & Nursery School
Address: |
16 Francis Drive, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
(860) 666-5085 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
MaryLou Seremet |
Director’s Credentials: |
Head Teacher & Director |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months - school age: Mon.-Fri.: 7:00AM-5:00PM |
Requirements: |
Interviews. Closed 1 week for vacation. |
Registration Deadline: |
Ongoing. Fee $25.00 |
FEES: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Parent Participation Programs: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
May Parent Visit: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Activities/Equipment: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Wee Friends Home Day Care
Address: |
106 Boylston Street, Newington, CT 06111 |
Phone: |
(860) 666-1193 |
Web Address: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Email: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Director’s Name: |
M.J. Ahern |
Director’s Credentials: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Are Staff CPR Certified: |
Yes |
NAEYC Accredited: |
No |
Programs Available: |
3 months – 4 years: Mon.-Fri.: 6:30AM-4:30PM |
Requirements: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Registration Deadline: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
FEES: |
NOT AVAILABLE |
Child to Teacher Ratio: |
6:1 (two under 2 years) |
Parent Teacher Conferences: |
Daily and as needed. |
Parent Participation Programs: |
No |
May Parent Visit: |
Yes |
Activities/Equipment: |
Block area, reading area, housekeeping area, costume/dress- up, gross motor equipment, circle time/storytime, free play, outdoor play, puppets, puzzles, manipulative toys, play apparatus, arts and crafts, nature study, day trips, rest period, music period, videos/movies, classroom pets, snack and lunch provided. |
