THE CHEDER EARLY LEARNING CENTER

NEW HAVEN, CTChild Care CenterLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity62
HoursMon-Fri | 8:00 AM-3:30 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No
Est. price$1,135/mo

Contact information

Address342 ELLSWORTH AVE, NEW HAVEN, CT, 06511-7103

CityNEW HAVEN, CT 06511-7103

Phone(203) 776-9237

Operating details

HoursMon-Fri | 8:00 AM-3:30 PM | Summer: Open | Weekend: No | Night: No

Capacity62

License dateMay 28, 2024

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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342 ELLSWORTH AVE, NEW HAVEN, CT, 06511-7103, NEW HAVEN, CT 06511-7103

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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: 2/27/2026

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  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk2/27/2026

    [19a-79-3a(d)6)(C), (e)(1-6), 7a(e)(17), 10(g)(8)] — The operator shall post the following items in a conspicuous place, accessible to the public: the license, the OEC complaint procedure, menus, No Smoking signs, the plan for administrative oversight, the radon test, the OEC Inspection report (posted or available), the safe sleep policy and the OEC Developmental Milestones document.

    018-Postings

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk2/27/2026

    [19a-79-3a(c)(1-4)] — The operator shall notify the Office of Early Childhood, the parent(s) and staff of any changes in programs or services. Notification of personnel changes shall be made within five (5) business days after the change. If the change is for a head teacher, a plan for interim head teacher coverage shall be submitted to the Office of Early Childhood. A qualified head teacher or a plan approved by the commissioner shall be in place within thirty (30) days of change of a qualified head teacher. Notification of changes related to the licensed capacity, fees, services or voluntary closing shall be made at least thirty (30) days prior to the effective date of the proposed change. A change of location, change of operator or a change of ownership requires a new initial application.

    010-Notification of Change

    Not corrected
  3. Medium risk2/27/2026

    [19a-79-7a(e)(3)] — The water heating equipment shall deliver water at the tap, the temperature of which shall be within a range of 60 degrees Fahrenheit to 120 degrees Fahrenheit. It shall have the capacity to deliver the required amounts at all times.

    086- Water temperature 60 ℉ – 120 ℉

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High risk2/27/2026

    [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)] — An individual plan of care for any child with special health care needs or disabilities when it is necessary that special care be taken or provided while a child is in attendance shall be developed and implemented with the child's parent(s) and health care provider and updated, as necessary. The plan shall include appropriate care of the child to prevent and respond to a medical or other emergency and shall be signed by the parent and program staff responsible for the care of the child.

    040- Individual care plan- signed by parents/staff

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High risk2/27/2026

    [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. Rugs, if used, shall not present a tripping or slipping hazard.

    088- Walls/ceilings/floors/rugs-clean, good repair

    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

$1,135/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: NEW HAVEN
  • Capacity: 62
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 2

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