Vermont ChildcareLicensing Requirements
Stay compliant with Vermont DCF Child Care Licensing Regulations regulations. Bloomily helps Vermont childcare centers manage staff ratios, certifications, and emergency drills — all in one platform.
Staff-to-Child Ratios
Required ratios for Vermont licensed childcare facilities
| Age Group | Staff : Children | Max Group Size |
|---|---|---|
Infants (0-12 months) Infants birth to 18 months | 1:4 | 8 children |
toddler Toddlers 18-36 months | 1:5 | 10 children |
Preschool (3-5 years) Preschool 3-5 years | 1:10 | 20 children |
School Age (5+ years) School-age 5+ years | 1:13 | 26 children |
Bloomily automatically monitors staff-to-child ratios in real-time and alerts you when you're approaching limits.
Required Certifications
Certifications required for Vermont childcare staff
Annual Training (Vermont)
Vermont requires minimum 24 clock hours annual professional development
Child Abuse Registry Check (Vermont)
Vermont DCF child abuse and neglect registry check required
Criminal Background Check (Vermont)
Vermont Crime Information Center and FBI fingerprint background check required
Director Qualifications (Vermont)
Director qualifications per Vermont CCL Regulations including education and experience requirements
First Aid (Vermont)
Pediatric first aid certification required
Food Handler Certification (Vermont)
Food safety training for staff preparing food
Lead Teacher Qualifications (Vermont)
Lead teacher qualifications per Vermont CCL Regulations
Mandated Reporter Training
California mandated reporter training for child abuse
Mandatory Reporter Training (Vermont)
Vermont mandatory reporter training on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect
Medication Administration (Vermont)
Training for staff who administer medications to children
Orientation Training (Vermont)
Initial orientation training within first 90 days of employment
Pediatric CPR (Vermont)
Infant and child CPR certification required for all caregivers
Safe Sleep Training (Vermont)
Safe sleep training required for infant caregivers
Bloomily tracks certification expiration dates and sends automated renewal reminders before they lapse.
Emergency Drill Requirements
Required safety drills for Vermont childcare facilities
Required Drills
Fire Drill
Monthly fire drills required, documented with date, time, number of children, and evacuation time
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Lockdown/Security
Lockdown/shelter-in-place drills twice per year
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Evacuation
Full evacuation to alternate location annually
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Severe Weather
Severe weather drills quarterly
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Bloomily automatically schedules drills and tracks completion to ensure you never miss a requirement.
Pre-Inspection Checklist
50 items based on Vermont DCF Child Care Licensing Regulations requirements
Current DCF license posted in visible location
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.1
License capacity not exceeded
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.1
Operating within licensed hours
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.1
Parent handbook current and available
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.2
Written policies and procedures current
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.2
Fee schedule posted or provided to parents
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.2
Liability insurance current and adequate
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.3
Required postings visible (license, emergency plans, menus)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.2
DCF contact information posted
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.2
Reporting requirements met (incidents, changes)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.4
All staff have current background clearances (VCIC and FBI)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.2
Child Abuse Registry checks completed
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.2
Director meets education/experience requirements
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.1
Lead teachers meet qualification requirements
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.1
All staff have current CPR certification
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.3
All staff have current First Aid certification
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.3
Mandatory reporter training completed (all staff)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.3
Annual training requirements met (24 hours)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.4
Orientation training completed within 90 days
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.4
Safe sleep training for infant caregivers
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.3
Medication administration training current
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.3
Staff files complete with required documentation
Ref: VT CCL Reg 3.5
Enrollment forms complete for all children
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.1
Emergency contact information current
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.1
Immunization records current (VT IMR verified)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.2
Health assessments on file
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.2
Authorized pickup persons documented
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.1
Allergy and special health needs documented
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.2
Medication authorization forms complete
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.3
Individual health care plans current (if applicable)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.2
Daily attendance records maintained
Ref: VT CCL Reg 4.4
Parent rights acknowledgment signed
Ref: VT CCL Reg 2.1
First aid kit fully stocked and accessible
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.2
Medications stored properly (locked, labeled)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.3
Cleaning and hazardous materials stored safely
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.5
Handwashing procedures followed and documented
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.1
Diapering and toileting procedures posted
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.1
Safe sleep practices followed (infants on back)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.4
Food handling and safety requirements met
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.6
Illness exclusion policy current
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.1
Water temperature safe (120°F max)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.5
Tobacco, alcohol, and weapons prohibited
Ref: VT CCL Reg 5.5
Fire drill records current (monthly)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Severe weather drill records current (quarterly)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Lockdown drill records current (semi-annual)
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Emergency evacuation plan posted and current
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Fire extinguishers inspected and accessible
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.2
Emergency contact lists readily available
Ref: VT CCL Reg 8.3
Staff-to-child ratios maintained at all times
Ref: VT CCL Reg 6.1
STARS rating posted (if participating)
Ref: VT STARS
Track your Vermont compliance digitally
Bloomily keeps your checklist updated, tracks staff certifications, and alerts you before items expire.
Nearby State Requirements
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