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Home › CT › Hamden › Building Blocks Early Learning Center - Hamden
40 LONDON DR, Hamden CT 06517 · License #DCCC.70601 · Center · Child Care Center
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[19a-79-3a(b)(7)(A)] · 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.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-5a(a)(3)(A)] · 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.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-10(d)(1)(A-C)] · In child care centers there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of program staff and children. This sink shall be located in the program space. Child care centers which have three program staff for a group of infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the program area. Separate sinks shall be available for purposes other than hand washing after diaper changing within child care centers. Group child care homes shall have a sink accessible for hand washing other than the sink used for food preparation.
Inspection & Findings
Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 12/18/2025
Inspection & Findings
Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 09/02/2025
Inspection & Findings
Disposition: Corrective Action Plan 12/02/2021
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Connecticut Office of Early Childhood on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Nov 12, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-10(e)(1-10)] · The diapering area shall be an elevated sturdy table or counter equipped with a safety rail. Infants and toddlers shall be diapered at a diapering area used only for this purpose and located in the program area. Each diapering area shall have a non-porous surface and be kept in good repair. Diapering areas shall be washed and disinfected after each use. Disposable paper sheets shall be used and discarded immediately after each diapering. A covered washable lined waste receptacle shall be available and located in a convenient place for soiled waste material. These materials shall be removed to an exterior waste storage area at least daily. Disposable diapers shall be discarded in a covered receptacle immediately after diapering. The hands of the program staff and the children shall be washed after each diaper change. Diapering and hand washing policies and procedures shall be posted in each diapering area and followed. When cloth diapers or training pants are used, a written plan for their use and care shall be developed and implemented. This plan shall include, but not be limited to, these procedures: placing soiled clothing and diapers in a sealed air tight container; removing soiled clothing and diapers from the child care center or group child care home daily; and cleaning and sanitizing the container daily.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 12, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-2a(c)(8)] · 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.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 12, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-4a(a)(1)] · A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include an acceptable medical statement, completed within 12 months before the date of employment for new program staff, and every 36 months for current program staff. Such statement shall document the presence of any known medical or emotional illness or disorder that would currently pose a risk to children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 12, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-6a(a)(3)] · There shall be proper refrigeration of no more than forty-one (41) degrees Fahrenheit for perishable foods in all child care centers and group child care homes and on field trips.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 12, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-3a(a)] · 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.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a] · The building, equipment and services shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-7a(e)(5)] · Walls, ceilings, floors and rugs shall be maintained in a state of good repair and be washable or easily cleanable.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9)] · All spaces occupied by people, equipment within buildings, approaches to buildings and parking lots shall have a minimum of one foot candle of lighting per square foot. All rooms used by children for reading, painting and other close work shall have at least fifty foot candles of light. For other work or play areas there shall e at least thirty foot candles of light.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-10(h)(2)] · Toys and other objects with a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than one and one-quarter (1 1/4) inches shall not be accessible to children under three (3) years of age.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3)] · The operator shall be responsible for the overall management and operation of the child care center or group child care home in accordance with applicable state and local laws and regulations and shall assure annual training for all current staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures. A file shall be kept on the licensed premises for each employee of the child care center or group child care home which shall include documentation of professional development for each program staff person who cares for the children, including documentation of annual training for current staff on the child care center or group child care home policies, plans and procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G)] · A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. Consultative services shall include documenting the activities and observations in a consultation log that is kept on file at the facility for two years.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)] · 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.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3)] · The diapering area shall be an elevated sturdy table or counter equipped with a safety rail. Infants and toddlers shall be diapered at a diapering area used only for this purpose and located in the program area. Each diapering area shall have a non-porous surface and be kept in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d)] · The facility shall maintain at least one (1) portable, readily available first aid kit wherever children are in care, including field trips, outdoor play areas and one to remain at the facility if all the children do not attend the field trip. Each kit shall be a closed container for storing first aid supplies, accessible to staff at all times but out of the reach of children. The first aid kit shall contain specified items and be restocked after use, and an inventory shall be conducted at least monthly.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-10(d)(1)] · In child care centers that serve children under three years of age, there shall be a sink with hot and cold running water designated for diaper changing and hand washing of staff and children in the program space. Visual contact with all other children shall be maintained while changing diapers or using the sink. Child care centers which staff three (3) adults to a group size of eight (8) infants or toddlers may use an accessible diaper changing facility if it is immediately adjoining the program area. Separate sinks shall be available for purposes other than hand washing after diaper changing within child care centers. Group child care homes shall have a sink accessible for hand washing other than the sink used for food preparation.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10)] · Diapering and hand washing policies and procedures shall be posted in each diapering area. When cloth diapers or training pants are used, a plan for their use and care shall be submitted to and approved by the Office of Early Childhood prior to implementation of the plan.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B)] · The operator shall document that the techniques used to manage child behaviors in the facility have been discussed with the child's parent(s) prior to enrollment and reviewed as needed during the period of the child's enrollment.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-7a(e)(18)] · Child care centers and group child care homes that utilize combustible fuel shall be equipped with at least one (1) operable carbon monoxide (CO) detector on each occupied level of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: other. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)] · 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-9a(b)(5)] · Medication shall be stored in the original child-resistant safety container and appropriately labeled. Medication shall be stored in a locked area or a locked container in a refrigerator in keeping with the label directions away from food and inaccessible to children. Controlled drugs shall be stored in accordance with state law. Equipment and medications prescribed to treat asthma, administer glucagons, or as an emergent first line of defense medication against an allergic response shall be stored in a safe manner, inaccessible to other children, to allow for quick access in an emergency.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
[19a-79-7a(c)] · The building, equipment and services shall be maintained in a good state of repair. A maintenance program shall be established that ensures that the interior, exterior and grounds of the building are maintained, kept clean and orderly, free from accumulations of refuse, dampness, stagnant water, dilapidated structures and other health and safety hazards. Water supply, food service and sewage disposal facilities shall be in compliance with all applicable sections of the Public Health Code. Sanitary drinking fountains or individual disposable drinking cups shall be provided and accessible to the children at all times.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.