CHERISHED CHILDREN

GROTON, CTChild Care CenterLicensed

4.6based on state inspection data
Capacity45
HoursMon-Fri | 7:00 AM-5:30 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No
Est. price$1,386/mo

Contact information

Address801 POQUONNOCK RD, GROTON, CT, 06340-4564

CityGROTON, CT 06340-4564

Phone(860) 448-3174

Operating details

HoursMon-Fri | 7:00 AM-5:30 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No

Capacity45

License dateJune 1, 2006

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/3/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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801 POQUONNOCK RD, GROTON, CT, 06340-4564, GROTON, CT 06340-4564

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  3. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
  4. Ask about their security measures, visitor policy, and pickup procedures

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/3/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk4/3/2025

    [19a-79-13(d)(3)] — The operator shall obtain a signed agreement from the child�s parent(s) that the parent(s) agrees to check and maintain the child�s equipment in accordance with manufacturer�s instructions, restocks supplies and removes material to be discarded from the facility on a daily basis. All materials to be discarded shall be kept locked until it is given to the child�s parent(s) for disposal.

    176- Signed agreement with parent regarding equipment, supplies, materials to be discarded

    Not corrected
  2. High risk4/3/2025

    [19a-79-13(a)(1)] — All child care centers and group child care homes at which designated program staff members will be administering finger stick blood glucose tests shall have written policies and procedures governing the administration of finger stick blood glucose tests to children diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. The policies and procedures shall address at least the following areas: parental responsibilities; program staff training and responsibilities; proper storage, maintenance and disposal of test materials and supplies; record keeping; reporting test results, incidents and emergencies to the child�s parent(s) and the child�s physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse; and a location where the tests occur that is respectful of the child�s privacy and safety needs. Said policies and procedures shall be available for review by the Office during inspections or upon demand.

    171- Written policies and procedures

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High risk4/3/2025

    [19a-79-10(f)(1-4)] — A supply of linen and emergency clothing shall be available for each child in the child care center or group child care home at all times. All children�s linens shall be washed at least weekly and as needed. Each child�s linens and clothing shall be stored individually. When cribs and cots are shared, all metal, plastic and sealed wood bed frames shall be thoroughly wiped down with a general purpose cleaning agent and linens changed between children.

    129- Linens- Clothing

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk4/3/2025

    [19a-79-13(e)(2)] — An authorization form signed by the child�s parent(s) which includes the following information: the child�s name; the parent(s) name; the parent(s) address; the parent(s) telephone numbers at home and at work; two adult, emergency contact people including names, addresses and telephone numbers; the names of a director, head teacher, program staff or group child care home provider designated to administer finger stick blood glucose tests and provide care to the child during testing; additional comments relative to the care of the child, as needed; the signature of the parent(s); the date the authorization is signed; and the name, address and telephone number of the child�s physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse.

    178- Written authorization of parent

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk4/3/2025

    [19a-79-13(e)(1)] — The operator shall keep the following records at the facility as part of the child�s medical record, and shall update them annually or when there is any change in the information. A current, written order signed and dated by the child�s physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse indicating the child�s name; the diagnosis of diabetes mellitus; the type of blood glucose monitoring test required; the test schedule; the target ranges for test results; specific actions to be taken and carbohydrates to be given when test results fall outside specified ranges; diet requirements and restrictions; (H) Any requirements for monitoring the child�s recreational activities; and conditions requiring immediate notification of the child�s parent(s), emergency contact, the child�s physician, physician assistant or advanced practice registered nurse.

    177- Authorized prescriber written order

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

5Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,386/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Connecticut run about $1,598/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Connecticut by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: GROTON
  • Capacity: 45
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 20

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