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First Step Learning Center

Child care center

120 Norwich New London Tpke
Uncasville, CT 06382

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Nov 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-CT-DCCC.70125-2611
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Provider Category
Childcare
Location
Uncasville, CT
Record Period
2014–2026
Source Documents
32
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 31 licensing visits from September 2014 to February 2026, OEC cited 169 violations at First Step Learning Center.

Visits
31
2014–2026, inspections, follow-ups and investigations
Violations
169
Regulations cited by OEC licensing staff
Visits With Violations
23
Correction dates are not published
Complaint investigations
5
Investigations opened on a complaint

Violations by Year

  • Violations
2011: 0 violations across 0 visits020110 visits2012: 0 violations across 0 visits020120 visits2013: 0 violations across 0 visits020130 visits2014: 17 violations across 2 visits1720142 visits2015: 16 violations across 1 visit1620151 visit2016: 16 violations across 3 visits1620163 visits2017: 26 violations across 2 visits2620172 visits2018: 12 violations across 5 visits1220185 visits2019: 12 violations across 6 visits1220196 visits2020: 2 violations across 3 visits220203 visits2021: 0 violations across 0 visits020210 visits2022: 22 violations across 4 visits2220224 visits2023: 5 violations across 1 visit520231 visit2024: 22 violations across 2 visits2220242 visits2025: 0 violations across 0 visits020250 visits2026: 19 violations across 2 visits192026*2 visits2011: 0 violations across 0 visits020110 visits2012: 0 violations across 0 visits020120 visits2013: 0 violations across 0 visits020130 visits2014: 17 violations across 2 visits1720142 visits2015: 16 violations across 1 visit1620151 visit2016: 16 violations across 3 visits1620163 visits2017: 26 violations across 2 visits2620172 visits2018: 12 violations across 5 visits1220185 visits2019: 12 violations across 6 visits1220196 visits2020: 2 violations across 3 visits220203 visits2021: 0 violations across 0 visits020210 visits2022: 22 violations across 4 visits2220224 visits2023: 5 violations across 1 visit520231 visit2024: 22 violations across 2 visits2220242 visits2025: 0 violations across 0 visits020250 visits2026: 19 violations across 2 visits192026*2 visits

* Partial year, through November 1, 2026.

Violations by year
YearVisitsViolations
201100
201200
201300
2014217
2015116
2016316
2017226
2018512
2019612
202032
202100
2022422
202315
2024222
202500
2026219

What the Record Shows

  • OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.
  • OEC’s files list no enforcement action in this window.
  • 5 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. OEC publishes what an investigation found, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest full inspection, January 8, 2026, recorded 15 violations.

What to Ask About

02

Chronology

Inspection History

Every visit in the record window, newest first. A violation is a licensing regulation Connecticut found was not met. OEC publishes what an investigation found, not what the complaint alleged.

  1. 2026

    Follow-up visit

    4 violations

    • 19a-79-9a(a)(2-3)Non-Prescription Topical MedicationsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2)Designated head teacher - 60%CitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(h)(1-9)Outdoor spaceCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(g)(1)Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rustCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2026-87

  2. 2026

    Unannounced full inspection

    15 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-9a(a)(2-3)Non-Prescription Topical MedicationsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(1-8)Safe SleepCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B)Authorized prescriber/parent permissionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D)Unused/Expired meds-destroyed/returnedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(j)-(k)(1-5)FeedingCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(e)(1-10)DiaperingCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2)Designated head teacher - 60%CitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F)ConsultantsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(E)Individual care plan- signed by parents/staffCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(2)(C)Immunization recordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(h)(1-9)Outdoor spaceCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(c)(2)Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance programCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(g)(1)Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rustCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(3)Water temperature 60 ℉ � 120 ℉CitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(18)Carbon monoxide detector- each levelCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2026-87

  3. 2024

    Follow-up visit

    No violations

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2024-3854

  4. 2024

    Unannounced full inspection

    22 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-7a(e)(10)Potentially Hazardous Substances LockedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(18)Operable CO Detector on Each LevelCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)(5)Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Labeling/StorageCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)Staff Health RecordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(g)Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxicCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9aAdministration of Medications: Written Policies/ProceduresCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med TrainingCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(a)(2)Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MARCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-2a(c)(7)Local Health InspectionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)Child Health Records/Immunizations/TBCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-6a(c) and/or 19a-6a(d)First Aid Kit(s):Indoor/Outdoor/Field TripCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MARCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(D) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(5)(E)Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Unused/Expired Meds Returned/DisposedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(d)(2)(C)Chairs for Feeding/Stable/Safety Straps/Locking TrayCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8)Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer AffixedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a001b-Administration-Ensuring the safety, health & development of childrenCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1)Crib/Bed Free from Observable HazardsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(j)Infants Held for Bottles/Indiv. Attn/Tummy TimeCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A)PoliciesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(d)(1)Designated DirectorCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(9)Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter ProofCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)Playground Free From HazardsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2024-3854

  5. 2023

    Unannounced full inspection

    5 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-3a(b)(8)] thru [19a-79-3a(b)(8)(D)003b-Managing Child Behavior/Child ProtectionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6)Proper Refrigeration -45 degreesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(10)Potentially Hazardous Substances LockedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(5)Rugs SecuredCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)Staff Health RecordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2023-4394

  6. 2022

    Unannounced full inspection

    8 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3)New Staff/Employee OrientationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4)MenusCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)Staff Health RecordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(e)(9)Radon TestCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7aLicense Premise Clean/Good Repair/SafeCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(d)(10)Approved Safety Outlets/CoversCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(3)Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degreesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3)Lead Water Test/Bottled WaterCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2022-4541

  7. 2022

    Follow-up visit

    1 violation

    • 19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 ChildrenCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2022-1286

  8. 2022

    Unannounced partial inspection

    1 violation

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 ChildrenCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2022-1286

  9. 2022

    Unannounced full inspection

    12 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)Staff Health RecordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-2a(c)(7)Local Health InspectionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3)New Staff/Employee OrientationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a(a)(2)Nutritious Snacks/MealsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6)Proper Refrigeration 45 degreesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G)Logs/Visits DocumentedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(3)Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degreesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(e)(1)(2)(3)Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive UseCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8)Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer AffixedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)Child Health Records/Immunizations/TBCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(7)Emergency Numbers PostedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(10)Potentially Hazardous Substances LockedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2022-510

  10. 2020

    Unannounced partial inspection

    1 violation

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-3a001b-AdministrationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2020-1937

  11. 2020

    Investigation

    1 violation

    Opened on a complaint. OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-3a(b)Administration- Responsibility of overall management & operationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), 2020-80

  12. 2020

    Unannounced partial inspection

    No violations

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2020-135

  13. 2019

    Follow-up visit

    No violations

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2019-3413

  14. 2019

    Investigation

    1 violation

    Opened on a complaint. OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-4a(b)Staffing- Staff recordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), 2019-863

  15. 2019

    Unannounced partial inspection

    No violations

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2019-4419

  16. 2019

    Investigation

    1 violation

    Opened on a complaint. OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-10(c)Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)CitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), 2019-609

  17. 2019

    Follow-up visit

    6 violations

    • 19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A)PoliciesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(c)(4)(A) thru (C) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)Ratio: 1 Staff to 10 ChildrenCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(c)(5)(A) &/or 19a-79-4a(c)(5)(B)Group Size: Maximum 20 ChildrenCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 ChildrenCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(c)(3)Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8CitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1)Crib/Bed Free from Observable HazardsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2019-3413

  18. 2019

    Unannounced full inspection

    4 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-2a(c)(7)Local Health InspectionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3)Lead Water Test/Bottled WaterCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7aLicense Premise Clean/Good Repair/SafeCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A)Crib/Bed Used for Infant SleepingCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2019-3413

  19. 2018

    Unannounced partial inspection

    No violations

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2018-6385

  20. 2018

    Unannounced full inspection

    8 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-7a(e)(9)Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter ProofCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)Staff Health RecordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)Consultant Agreements/ContractsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C)Enrollment InformationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)Child Health Records/Immunizations/TBCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7aLicense Premise Clean/Good Repair/SafeCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(a)(2)Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MARCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(a)(3)Nonprescription Topical Medications: Labeling/StorageCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2018-5894

  21. 2018

    Unannounced full inspection

    No violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2018-1862

  22. 2018

    Unannounced partial inspection

    No violations

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2018-5396

  23. 2018

    Unannounced full inspection

    4 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)Consultant Agreements/ContractsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C)Enrollment InformationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1)Crib/Bed Free from Observable HazardsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(h)(2)Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects InaccessibleCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2018-1862

  24. 2017

    Unannounced full inspection

    22 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-7a(e)(9)Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter ProofCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(12)Stairs Protected/Good Repair/HandrailsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3)Annual Staff TrainingCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B)Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with ParentsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4)MenusCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)Staff Health RecordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C)Enrollment InformationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(1)(D)(i)Emergency Medical PermissionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)Child Health Records/Immunizations/TBCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6)Proper Refrigeration 45 degreesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(5)Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good RepairCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(5)Rugs SecuredCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9)Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle FeetCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(h)(2)Impact Absorbing Material under EquipmentCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(a)(2)Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MARCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)(1) &/or 19a-79-9a(b)(2)Med Trained Staff/CertificatesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(c)(3)Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8CitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(c)(4)Under Three Endorsement: Physical Barriers/Groups of 8 (Indoors/Outdoors)CitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(e)(4)Washed/DisinfectedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(e)(6) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(9)Covered Waste ReceptacleCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(e)(8) and/or 19a-79-10(e)(10)Diaper Changing Policy Posted/FollowedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1)Crib/Bed Free from Observable HazardsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2017-3723

  25. 2017

    Investigation

    4 violations

    Opened on a complaint. OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-3a(b)(8)(E)Administration- Failure to ReportCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(b)Staffing- Staff recordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(c)Staffing- Adequate staffCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(d)Administration-Policies, plans and proceduresCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), 2017-222

  26. 2016

    Follow-up visit

    6 violations

    • 19a-79-3a(c)Notification of ChangeCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(d)(1)Designated DirectorCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)Consultant Agreements/ContractsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)Child Health Records/Immunizations/TBCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3)Lead Water Test/Bottled WaterCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9)Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle FeetCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2016-5390

  27. 2016

    Unannounced full inspection

    9 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-2a(c)(7)Local Health InspectionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4)MenusCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(e)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(f)First Aid Trained StaffCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a(a)(9)Kitchen SeparatedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7aPeeling Paint ObservedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(d)(10)Approved Safety Outlets/CoversCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(h)(2)Impact Absorbing Material under EquipmentCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(a)(2)Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MARCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4)Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical DocumentationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2016-5390

  28. 2016

    Investigation

    1 violation

    Opened on a complaint. OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-10(c)Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier)CitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), 2016-958

  29. 2015

    Unannounced full inspection

    16 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A)PoliciesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2)Staff Health RecordsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G)Logs/Visits DocumentedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)Child Health Records/Immunizations/TBCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7aLicense Premise Clean/Good Repair/SafeCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(3)Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degreesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(5)Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good RepairCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(10)Potentially Hazardous Substances LockedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(g)Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxicCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(h)(2)Impact Absorbing Material under EquipmentCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)Playground Free From HazardsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9)Equipment Anchored/Safely ArrangedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med TrainingCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(a)(2)Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MARCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4)Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MARCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(h)(2)No Toys/Objects Less than 11/4CitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2015-3950

  30. 2014

    Unannounced full inspection

    17 violations

    OEC's resolution: Corrective Action Plan.

    • 19a-79-2a(c)(7)Local Health InspectionCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B)Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with ParentsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)Consultant Agreements/ContractsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)Child Health Records/Immunizations/TBCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7aLicense Premise Clean/Good Repair/SafeCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3)Lead Water Test/Bottled WaterCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(d)(10)Approved Safety Outlets/CoversCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(3)Water Temperature 60 degrees-115 degreesCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(5)Walls/Ceilings/Floors/Rugs: Clean/Good RepairCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(5)Rugs SecuredCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(9)Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter ProofCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(e)(10)Potentially Hazardous Substances LockedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h)Playground Free From HazardsCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9)Equipment Anchored/Safely ArrangedCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4)Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical DocumentationCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A)Crib/Bed Used for Infant SleepingCitedNo correction date in OEC's file
    • 19a-79-10(h)(2)Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects InaccessibleCitedNo correction date in OEC's file

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2014-3032

  31. 2014

    Unannounced partial inspection

    No violations

    Source: Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8), X2014-3010

Connecticut’s Office of Early Childhood publishes each violation it cites, not a risk level for it.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

  1. 1

    Staff Health Records, Cited in Seven Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) in September 2015, July 2017, November 2018, February 2022, November 2022, October 2023 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Staff Health Records. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB, Cited in Seven Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) in September 2014, September 2015, November 2016, July 2017, November 2018, February 2022 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Local Health Inspection, Cited in Five Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-2a(c)(7) in September 2014, November 2016, June 2019, February 2022 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Local Health Inspection. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-2a(c)(7) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe, Cited in Five Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a in September 2014, September 2015, November 2018, June 2019 and November 2022. The agency describes it this way: License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked, Cited in Five Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(e)(10) in September 2014, September 2015, February 2022, October 2023 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(e)(10) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Water temperature 60 ℉ � 120 ℉, Cited in Five Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(e)(3) in September 2014, September 2015, February 2022, November 2022 and January 2026. The agency describes it this way: Water temperature 60 ℉ � 120 ℉. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(e)(3) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Citation 19a-79-9a(a)(2), Cited in Five Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-9a(a)(2) in September 2015, November 2016, July 2017, November 2018 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Nonprescription Topical Medications: Administration/Parent Permission/MAR. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-9a(a)(2) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards, Cited in Four Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) in July 2017, April 2018, July 2019 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  9. 9

    Consultant Agreements/Contracts, Cited in Four Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) in September 2014, November 2016, April 2018 and November 2018. The agency describes it this way: Consultant Agreements/Contracts. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  10. 10

    Lead Water Test/Bottled Water, Cited in Four Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) in September 2014, November 2016, June 2019 and November 2022. The agency describes it this way: Lead Water Test/Bottled Water. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  11. 11

    Rugs Secured, Cited in Four Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(e)(5) in September 2014, September 2015, July 2017 and October 2023. The agency describes it this way: Rugs Secured. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(e)(5) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  12. 12

    Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter Proof, Cited in Four Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(e)(9) in September 2014, July 2017, November 2018 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter Proof. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(e)(9) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  13. 13

    Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) in July 2019, March 2022 and April 2022. The agency describes it this way: Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  14. 14

    Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-10(h)(2) in September 2014, September 2015 and April 2018. The agency describes it this way: Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-10(h)(2) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  15. 15

    New Staff/Employee Orientation, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) in July 2017, February 2022 and November 2022. The agency describes it this way: New Staff/Employee Orientation. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  16. 16

    Policies, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) in September 2015, July 2019 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Policies. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  17. 17

    Menus, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4) in November 2016, July 2017 and November 2022. The agency describes it this way: Menus. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  18. 18

    Enrollment Information, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) in July 2017, April 2018 and November 2018. The agency describes it this way: Enrollment Information. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  19. 19

    Proper Refrigeration -45 degrees, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6) in July 2017, February 2022 and October 2023. The agency describes it this way: Proper Refrigeration -45 degrees. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  20. 20

    Approved Safety Outlets/Covers, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(d)(10) in September 2014, November 2016 and November 2022. The agency describes it this way: Approved Safety Outlets/Covers. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(d)(10) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  21. 21

    Playground Free From Hazards, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) in September 2014, September 2015 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Playground Free From Hazards. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  22. 22

    Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment, Cited in Three Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(h)(2) in September 2015, November 2016 and July 2017. The agency describes it this way: Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(h)(2) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  23. 23

    Citation 19a-79-10(c), Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-10(c) in November 2016 and July 2019. The agency describes it this way: Under Three Endorsement- Infant/toddler (ratio, group size, barrier). Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-10(c) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  24. 24

    Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-10(c)(3) in July 2017 and July 2019. The agency describes it this way: Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-10(c)(3) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  25. 25

    Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) in September 2014 and June 2019. The agency describes it this way: Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  26. 26

    Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical Documentation, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4) in September 2014 and November 2016. The agency describes it this way: Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical Documentation. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  27. 27

    Citation 19a-79-3a, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-3a in August 2020 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: 001b-Administration-Ensuring the safety, health & development of children. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-3a across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  28. 28

    Citation 19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B), Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) in September 2014 and July 2017. The agency describes it this way: Documentation of Behavioral Management Techniques Discussed with Parents. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  29. 29

    Staffing- Staff records, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-4a(b) in April 2017 and September 2019. The agency describes it this way: Staffing- Staff records. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-4a(b) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  30. 30

    Designated Director, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-4a(d)(1) in November 2016 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Designated Director. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-4a(d)(1) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  31. 31

    Designated head teacher - 60%, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2) in January 2026 and February 2026. The agency describes it this way: Designated head teacher - 60%. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  32. 32

    Logs/Visits Documented, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) in September 2015 and February 2022. The agency describes it this way: Logs/Visits Documented. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  33. 33

    Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) in February 2022 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  34. 34

    Carbon monoxide detector- each level, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(e)(18) in September 2024 and January 2026. The agency describes it this way: Carbon monoxide detector- each level. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(e)(18) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  35. 35

    Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) in November 2016 and July 2017. The agency describes it this way: Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  36. 36

    Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(g) in September 2015 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(g) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  37. 37

    Citation 19a-79-7a(g)(1), Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(g)(1) in January 2026 and February 2026. The agency describes it this way: Equipment-clean and safe, good repair, non-toxic-sturdy, free from protruding nails, rust. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(g)(1) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  38. 38

    Outdoor space, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) in January 2026 and February 2026. The agency describes it this way: Outdoor space. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(h)(1-9) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  39. 39

    Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) in September 2014 and September 2015. The agency describes it this way: Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  40. 40

    Non-Prescription Topical Medications, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-9a(a)(2-3) in January 2026 and February 2026. The agency describes it this way: Non-Prescription Topical Medications. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-9a(a)(2-3) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  41. 41

    Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med Training, Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-9a(b) in September 2015 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med Training. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-9a(b) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
  42. 42

    Citation 19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4), Cited in Two Visits

    OEC licensing staff cited 19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) in September 2015 and September 2024. The agency describes it this way: Oral/Topical/Inhalant/Injectable Medications: Authorized Prescriber/Parent Permission/MAR. Connecticut does not publish a risk level for each violation. OEC does not publish when a violation was corrected, so it is worth asking what changed after each one.

    1414151616161717181818181819191919191920202022222222232424262619a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) across all 31 visits, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

  1. 01

    What changed after 19a-79-4a(a)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(a)(2) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Staff Health Records: cited in seven visits, with no risk level published.

  2. 02

    What changed after 19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Child Health Records/Immunizations/TB: cited in seven visits, with no risk level published.

  3. 03

    What changed after 19a-79-2a(c)(7) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Local Health Inspection: cited in five visits, with no risk level published.

  4. 04

    What changed after 19a-79-6a and/or 19a-79-7a was cited, and how do you check it now?

    License Premise Clean/Good Repair/Safe: cited in five visits, with no risk level published.

  5. 05

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(e)(10) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Potentially Hazardous Substances Locked: cited in five visits, with no risk level published.

  6. 06

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(e)(3) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Water temperature 60 ℉ � 120 ℉: cited in five visits, with no risk level published.

  7. 07

    What changed after 19a-79-9a(a)(2) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 19a-79-9a(a)(2): cited in five visits, with no risk level published.

  8. 08

    What changed after 19a-79-10(g)(3) and/or 19a-79-7a(g)(1) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Crib/Bed Free from Observable Hazards: cited in four visits, with no risk level published.

  9. 09

    What changed after 19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Consultant Agreements/Contracts: cited in four visits, with no risk level published.

  10. 10

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(a) and/or 19a-79-7a(c)(3) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Lead Water Test/Bottled Water: cited in four visits, with no risk level published.

  11. 11

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(e)(5) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Rugs Secured: cited in four visits, with no risk level published.

  12. 12

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(e)(9) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Light Fixtures Shielded/Shatter Proof: cited in four visits, with no risk level published.

  13. 13

    What changed after 19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  14. 14

    What changed after 19a-79-10(h)(2) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  15. 15

    What changed after 19a-79-3a(b)(7) &/or 19a-79-4a(3) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    New Staff/Employee Orientation: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  16. 16

    What changed after 19a-79-3a(d)(2) thru (8) &/or19a-79-7a(d)(11)(A) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Policies: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  17. 17

    What changed after 19a-79-3a(e)(5) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)(4) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Menus: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  18. 18

    What changed after 19a-79-5a(a)(1)(A) through (C) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Enrollment Information: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  19. 19

    What changed after 19a-79-6a(a)(3) and/or 19a-79-6a(a)6) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Proper Refrigeration -45 degrees: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  20. 20

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(d)(10) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Approved Safety Outlets/Covers: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  21. 21

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(g)(4) and/or 19a-79-7a(h) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Playground Free From Hazards: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  22. 22

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(h)(2) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Impact Absorbing Material under Equipment: cited in three visits, with no risk level published.

  23. 23

    What changed after 19a-79-10(c) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 19a-79-10(c): cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  24. 24

    What changed after 19a-79-10(c)(3) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Under Three Endorsement: Group Size no Larger than 8: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  25. 25

    What changed after 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(d)(2)(A) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Crib/Bed Used for Infant Sleeping: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  26. 26

    What changed after 19a-79-10(g)(1) and/or 19a-79-10(g)(4) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Alternate Sleep Position/Equipment Medical Documentation: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  27. 27

    What changed after 19a-79-3a was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 19a-79-3a: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  28. 28

    What changed after 19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 19a-79-3a(b)(8)(B): cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  29. 29

    What changed after 19a-79-4a(b) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Staffing- Staff records: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  30. 30

    What changed after 19a-79-4a(d)(1) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Designated Director: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  31. 31

    What changed after 19a-79-4a(d)(1)-(e)(2) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Designated head teacher - 60%: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  32. 32

    What changed after 19a-79-4a(h)(2)(G) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Logs/Visits Documented: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  33. 33

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(e)(1) &/or 19a-79-12(b)(8) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Air Temp 65 degrees, Thermometer Affixed: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  34. 34

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(e)(18) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Carbon monoxide detector- each level: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  35. 35

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(e)(8) &/or 19a-79-7a(e)(9) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Adequate Lighting: 50/30 Candle Feet: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  36. 36

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(g) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Equipment Clean/Good Repair/Safe/Non-toxic: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  37. 37

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(g)(1) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 19a-79-7a(g)(1): cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  38. 38

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(h)(1-9) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Outdoor space: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  39. 39

    What changed after 19a-79-7a(h)(5) &/or 19a-79-7a(h)(9) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Equipment Anchored/Safely Arranged: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  40. 40

    What changed after 19a-79-9a(a)(2-3) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Non-Prescription Topical Medications: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  41. 41

    What changed after 19a-79-9a(b) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Administration of Medications: Training Outline/Med Training: cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  42. 42

    What changed after 19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4) was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation 19a-79-9a(b)(3) and/or 19a-79-9a(b)(4): cited in two visits, with no risk level published.

  43. 43

    What is the ratio in the room my child would join, and how is every child accounted for at nap time, pickup and on the playground?

    Ratios change through the day, so they are worth counting yourself on a visit.

  44. 44

    Has the center ever been referred for legal action or put on a corrective plan, and what changed afterward?

    OEC’s files list no enforcement action in this window.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Program details, inspections, investigations and the violations cited at each are published by the Connecticut Office of Early Childhood's Division of Licensing in its daily files on data.ct.gov.

  • Child care licensing program data (data.ct.gov)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · DCCC.70125

    Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2014-3010

    Visit Sep 16, 2014 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2014-3032

    Visit Sep 24, 2014 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2015-3950

    Visit Sep 16, 2015 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · 2016-958

    Visit Nov 16, 2016 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2016-5390

    Visit Nov 18, 2016 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2016-5390

    Visit Nov 22, 2016 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · 2017-222

    Visit Apr 5, 2017 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2017-3723

    Visit Jul 20, 2017 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2018-1862

    Visit Apr 16, 2018 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2018-1862

    Visit Jul 16, 2018 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2018-5396

    Visit Jul 16, 2018 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2018-5894

    Visit Nov 13, 2018 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2018-6385

    Visit Dec 19, 2018 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2019-3413

    Visit Jun 25, 2019 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2019-3413

    Visit Jul 10, 2019 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · 2019-609

    Visit Jul 23, 2019 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2019-4419

    Visit Aug 29, 2019 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · 2019-863

    Visit Sep 3, 2019 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2019-3413

    Visit Oct 7, 2019 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2020-135

    Visit Jan 6, 2020 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · 2020-80

    Visit Jan 30, 2020 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2020-1937

    Visit Aug 3, 2020 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2022-510

    Visit Feb 23, 2022 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2022-1286

    Visit Mar 18, 2022 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2022-1286

    Visit Apr 4, 2022 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2022-4541

    Visit Nov 29, 2022 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2023-4394

    Visit Oct 18, 2023 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2024-3854

    Visit Sep 12, 2024 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2024-3854

    Visit Oct 10, 2024 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2026-87

    Visit Jan 8, 2026 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗
  • Inspection or investigation, with the violations cited (data.ct.gov: 6rnk-h6iy, tett-bw6q and ccit-2ev8)

    Connecticut Office of Early Childhood · X2026-87

    Visit Feb 11, 2026 · Published Nov 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

    View Dataset ↗

Coverage

Record windowSeptember 1, 2011 – November 1, 2026

  • This record is OEC's list of active child care licenses as of November 2026, with the inspections, follow-up visits and investigations in OEC's files, which run from September 2011.
  • OEC's files give no correction date for a violation, so no violation in this record shows one; OEC's resolution of each inspection or investigation (a corrective action plan, a referral to its legal division) is kept with the visit.
  • Exempt child care centers (programs OEC records but does not license, such as those a public school runs) and youth camps are not in this record.
  • OEC's files give no county and no map point for a program.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Correction dates
OEC's files record the violation cited, not when it was corrected.
Severity of violations
OEC's files do not grade violations.
Complaints not investigated
Complaints OEC screened out without an investigation are not published.
Staff qualifications and turnover
Not part of the published licensing record.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

Data architecture: Cierto supplies the source-backed machine-readable bundle. Life by Vardell independently creates the narrative, design, and consumer report.