Children's Ark Preschool

BROCKTON, MACenter-based CareLicensed

4.6based on state inspection data
Capacity20
Est. price$1,882/mo

Contact information

Address900 Main St, Brockton, MA, 02301-6658

CityBROCKTON, MA 02301-6658

Phone(508) 587-8032

Operating details

Capacity20

SubsidiesY

License dateOctober 7, 1982

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/12/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High17
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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900 Main St, Brockton, MA, 02301-6658, BROCKTON, MA 02301-6658

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/12/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 7.042/12/2026

    7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(b), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(09) — Staff Records

    Staff Records documentation that the employee has the qualifications required under 606 CMR 7.09, including, but not limited to, health records, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(11);, copies of licenses, certifications and registrations held, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle operator’s license (if the staff member transports children) and EEC educator qualification;, documentation of orientation, training and professional development, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(15)(d-f), 7.09(16)(c) and 7.09(17)(a), and 7.11(1), 7.09 (18)(d), and 7.09(19)(b),as applicable;, All educators must attend an orientation to early education and care approved by the Department. Domain: Administration. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High risk9/16/2025

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified Domain: Complaint investigation. Complaint Investigation. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.112/5/2025

    7.11(03) — Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025

    Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025 Individual Health Care Plans The licensee must maintain as part of a child’s record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the child’s health if the treatment is not administered. Domain: Health. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.112/5/2025

    7.11(02)(l) — Current consent for administered medications - R Apr 2025

    Current consent for administered medications - R Apr 2025 All medications must be administered in accordance with the consent and documentation requirements specified below: Domain: Medication. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 7.112/5/2025

    7.11(05)(d)(04) — Emergency medications readily available

    Emergency medications readily available emergency or life-saving medications, such as asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, for any children for whom they have been prescribed; Domain: Medication. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,882/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 Massachusetts run about $1,933/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Massachusetts by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: BROCKTON
  • Capacity: 20
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 44

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