Child Care Center
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Thomas T.d. Ritter Child Development Center
Hartford, CT
· Hartford County
555 WINDSOR ST,
Hartford, CT 06120-2418
Quick Facts
Capacity
109 children
Age Range
6 weeks-5 years
Type of Care
Preschool, Under 3 Years
Transportation
Near Public Transportation
Languages
English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Does not participate
Food Program
Does not participate
Elevate Level
Member (Accredited)
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
DCCC.14519
Licensed Since
1997
Active Through
Oct 31, 2029
Issued By
Connecticut Department of Public Health
Accreditation
NAEYC
District Office
Connecticut Office of Early Childhood, Division of Licensing
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About the Provider
CRT operates several comprehensive, early childhood programs that provide developmentally appropriate care services. These programs support cognitive abilities, reading, language, mathematics, social and emotional competence, motor development, and physical health.
Additional Information:
Education Level(s): Bachelor's Degree, Early Childhood Education, Associates Degree
Hours of Operation
- Monday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Tuesday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Wednesday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Thursday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Friday07:30:00-17:30:00
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| Date | Type | Case # | Resolution Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-13 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2779694 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(h)(1-9)] - There shall be access to a minimum of seventy-five (75) square feet per child of outdoor space for the number of children using the space at any one time. The outdoor area shall be fenced or protected for safety. Outdoor play equipment shall have a shock absorbing surface, under and around, that shall effectively cushion the fall of a child, except where the child is sitting or standing at ground level. The shock absorbing surface shall be maintained at a depth of at least eight inches, be free of water and not allowed to become compacted. Acceptable shock absorbing surfaces may include mulch, sand, and wood chips. Synthetic material that is less than eight inches in depth, including but not limited to, rubber mats or tiles may be acceptable surfaces provided the operator maintains documentation on the licensed premises that the synthetic material is manufactured for this purpose, installed in accordance with the manufacturer�s specifications and sufficient to cus | |||
| 2026-03-02 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2737139 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-9a(b)(3)(A-B)] - Except for nonprescription topical medications, no medication shall be administered to a child without the written order of an authorized prescriber and the written permission of the child's parent(s) which shall be on file at the facility. Individual written medication administration records for each child shall be written in ink, reviewed prior to administering each dose of medication and kept on file at the facility for at least three years after the child is no longer attending the program. - 161- Authorized prescriber/parent permission [19a-79-3a(d)(2)-(7)] - The operator shall implement and annually review specific written policies, plans and procedures that include, but not necessarily be limited to discipline, when a child is not picked up as planned, multi-hazard and medical emergencies, supervision of children, general operating policies, administrative oversight and personnel policies. The operator shall notify the parent(s), staff and the Office of | |||
| 2025-02-05 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2542686 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(c)(2)] - For programs serving children younger than school age, the building, equipment and furnishings 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. - 066- Licensed premises-clean, good repair, hazard free-maintenance program [19a-79-4a(i)(1-2)(H), (F)] - An education consultant shall be available to the operator and program staff for advice and support regarding the educational content and practice of the program. A person needs to apply for approval to be an education consultant. Program staff shall not serve as education consultants for programs in which they provide direct care or direct program supervision in a non-consultative role; or in a program with the same operator as a program in which they p | |||
| 2023-12-19 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2331980 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [-] - - - 000-No Violations | |||
| 2023-12-07 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2327362 | Corrective Action Plan |
| Violations: [19a-79-10(c)(2) and/or 19a-79-4a(c)(6)] - For children under three years of age, there shall be at least one (1) program staff for every four (4) children or fraction thereof in attendance. During nap time, when all of the children in the group are sleeping, the overall staff child ratios shall be maintained on the licensed premises. At no time shall a group of children be left unsupervised. - 110-Under Three Endorsement: Ratio: 1 Staff to 4 Children [19a-79-10(j)] - Infants shall be removed from their cribs and held for all bottle feedings. They may be placed in chairs for all other feedings. Infants and toddlers shall be removed from their cribs or playpens at other intervals during the day for individual cuddlings and for verbal communication. They shall be allowed to crawl and toddle as age and development permit. Each infant shall be placed in a prone (front) position part of the time when awake. - 135-Infants Held for Bottles/Indiv. Attn/Tummy Time [19a-79-10(k)(5)] - Each child | |||
| 2022-12-12 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2170300 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-7a(d)(11)] - Requirements regarding toilet and washing facilities shall be satisfied. - 062-Required Toilets/Sinks/Supplies [19a-79-7a(d)(5)] - Any unprotected glass doors, windows or mirrors to which children have access shall be protected. - 054-Glass Protected to 36 [19a-79-10(h)(2)] - Plastic bags, balloons and Styrofoam objects shall not be accessible to children under three (3) years of age. - 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible [19a-79-5a(a)(2)(A) through (E)and/or19a-79-6a(e)] - The operator of a child care center or group child care home is responsible for maintaining on the licensed premises a current record for each child enrolled. A copy of the record shall be available and provided upon request to the Office of Early Childhood, the child's parent(s) and the local health director. It shall include a health record that shall include date of birth, a physical examination form, an immunization record, and information regarding disabilities or speci | |||
| 2022-01-26 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2043196 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [19a-79-4a(h)(1) and/or 19a-79-4a(h)(2)] - A written plan for consultation services shall be developed, signed annually by the consultant and implemented. These services shall include an early childhood educational consultant, a health consultant, a dentist or dental hygienist consultant, a social service consultant, and a registered dietitian consultant for those programs that serve meals. Consultative services shall include annual review of written policies, plans and procedures, annual review of education programs, availability by telecommunication for advice regarding problems, availability, in person of the consultant to the program, consulting with administration and staff about specific problems, and acting as a resource person to staff and the parents. - 026-Consultant Agreements/Contracts [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 acti | |||
| 2021-12-20 | UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION - FULL | 2028435 | IN PROCESS |
| Violations: [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. - 119-Sturdy/Safety Rail/Nonporous/Exclusive Use [19a-79-10(h)(2)] - Plastic bags, balloons and Styrofoam objects shall not be accessible to children under three (3) years of age. - 133-Plastic Bags/Balloons/Styrofoam Objects Inaccessible | |||
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