Findings cited on visits tied to this case
These are line items from OEC's compliance checklist — most centers accrue several per routine visit. Category labels are ours; the statute code and language are verbatim from the state record.
[19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7)]RatioMay 18, 2026
011-Policies- complete, implemented
The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, multi-hazard and medical emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, administrative oversight and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of Early Childhood within five (5) days of changes in these policies, plans and procedures.
[19a-79-4a(d)(3)(A-C)]OtherMay 18, 2026
026- Personal qualities of staff
All staff in the child care center and group child care home shall demonstrate the personal qualities necessary to care for and work with children, relate to adults and relate to the parent(s).
[19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A)]OtherMay 18, 2026
006-Child behavior management
The operator and program staff shall manage child behavior using techniques based on developmentally appropriate practice, including positive guidance, redirection and setting clear limits that encourage children to develop self-control, self-discipline and positive self-esteem and communicate acceptable techniques to all staff.
[19a-79-6a(a)(11)]OtherMay 18, 2026
056- Handwashing - staff/children
Children and staff shall wash their hands with soap and water before eating or handling food.
[19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7)]RatioMay 11, 2026
011-Policies- complete, implemented
The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, multi-hazard and medical emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, administrative oversight and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of Early Childhood within five (5) days of changes in these policies, plans and procedures.
[19a-79-4a(d)(4)(D)]RatioMay 11, 2026
028- Supervision
Children shall be supervised at all times while at the facility, indoors or outdoors, or on field trips. At no time shall a child be left unsupervised.
[19a-79-3a(a)]OtherMay 11, 2026
002-Ensuring the safety & health of children
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.
[19a-79-3a(b)(7)(C)]OtherMay 11, 2026
008-Child protection
The operator and staff shall not engage in, nor allow, abusive, neglectful, physical, corporal, humiliating or frightening treatment or punishment, and shall not tie nor bind children and shall not physically restrain children except for the protection and safety of the child or others, using least restrictive methods, as appropriate.
[19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A)]OtherMay 11, 2026
006-Child behavior management
The operator and program staff shall manage child behavior using techniques based on developmentally appropriate practice, including positive guidance, redirection and setting clear limits that encourage children to develop self-control, self-discipline and positive self-esteem and communicate acceptable techniques to all staff.
[19a-79-5a(a)(3)(A)]FacilityMay 11, 2026
041- Injury, Illness, Incident, Accident reports
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.