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Connecticut Childcare License Requirements [2026]

Requirements, fees, and steps to get your childcare license in Connecticut. Last updated 2025-01-01. Source

State License
Required
Application Fee
$100
Bond Required
N/A
License Details
License Name Child Care Center License
Issuing Authority Connecticut Office of Early Childhood
Exam Required No
GL Insurance $300,000 GL minimum
Workers Comp Required if employees
Initial Fee $100
Renewal Fee $50
Renewal Period Annual
CE Required yes
CE Hours 15
Reciprocity States None
Experience Required 2
Financial Requirement Director: 12 college credits in ECE + 2 years experience
Note: Background checks via OPM. Health certificate required for all staff. Annual unannounced inspections.

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