Connecticut Child Care Information for Providers FAQs

• Q: What Is The Name Of The Agency That Regulates Child Care In Connecticut?
  A: The Department of Public Health, Community Based Regulation Section regulates child care providers in Conneticut. The department can be reached at (860) 509-8000.
• Q: Are There Different Types Of Day Care Providers In Connecticut? If So, What Are The Types?
  A: Yes. Connecticut classifies child care providers as either a Child Day Care Center, a Group Day Care Home, or a Family Day Care home.
• Q: What Is The Definition Of A Child Day Care Center?
  A: A Child Day Care Center provides care to more than twelve related or unrelated children outside their own homes.
• Q: What Is The Definition Of A Group Day Care Home?
  A: A Group Day Care Home provides care to seven to twelve related or unrelated children.
• Q: What Is The Definition Of A Family Day Care Home?
  A: A Family Day Care Home provides care for up to six children in the provider's home. During the school year Family Day Care Home providers may care for three more … More
• Q: Will My Facility Be Inspected?
  A: Yes. Prior to receiving your license the department will inspect your location. All child care providers are also subject to spot inspections.
• Q: How Long Is The Licensing Process?
  A: Because of the background check you may not receive your license until 90 days after you submit your completed application.
• Q: What Are The Fees Involved?
  A: For Child Day Care Centers the fee is $200, for Group Day Care Homes $100, and Family Day Care Homes $20.
• Q: How Do I Begin The Licensing Process?
  A: To receive a license applicants must submit a completed application, the applicable fee, have a background check completed, submit proof of worker's compensation, have … More
• Q: Do Children In Day Care Require Vaccinations?
  A: Yes. All children should be vaccinated and parents should provide their child care provider the child's vaccination record. Exemptions may be granted on medical or … More

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