Eliot Pearson Children's School

MEDFORD, MACenter-based CareLicensed

4.6based on state inspection data
Capacity51
Est. price$1,686/mo

Contact information

Address105 College Ave, Medford, MA, 02155-5566

CityMEDFORD, MA 02155-5566

Phone(617) 627-2612

Operating details

Capacity51

SubsidiesN

License dateMay 20, 1987

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/23/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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105 College Ave, Medford, MA, 02155-5566, MEDFORD, MA 02155-5566

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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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  4. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/23/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 7.1110/23/2025

    7.11(02)(c), 7.11(02)(e) — Medication

    Medication All prescription medications must be in the containers in which they were originally dispensed and with their original labels affixed. Over-the-counter medications must be in the original manufacturer’s packaging., Unless otherwise specified in a child’s individual health care plan, the educator must store all medications out of the reach of children and under proper conditions for sanitation, preservation, security and safety during the time the children are in care and during the transportation of children. Domain: Health. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/30/2024

    7.07(16)(e) — Fall zones adequate depth of impact absorbing material

    Fall zones adequate depth of impact absorbing material Playground Safety. The use zones under and around swings, slides, and climbing structures must be covered with an adequate depth of an impact absorbing material, in accordance with EEC policy. Pea gravel and wood chip nuggets must not be used in areas used by infants and toddlers. Domain: Physical Facility - Outdoors. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 7.1110/30/2024

    7.11(10)(o), 7.11(10)(n), 7.11(10)(j), 7.11(10)(i), 7.11(10)(h) — Proper sanitizing techniques; Bottles labeled and out of children's reach

    Proper sanitizing techniques; Bottles labeled and out of children's reach All disinfectant solutions must be stored in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and in a secure place out of the reach of children., The disinfectant solution used to disinfect child care items, equipment and surfaces must be either a bleach solution prepared by the licensee in accordance with EEC guidelines or a commercially prepared disinfectant that has been registered as a sanitizing solution by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Registration by the EPA will be indicated on the product label. Commercially prepared solutions must be used in accordance with manufacturer’s directions., Toys mouthed by children must be set aside and stored after each use and may not be used by another child until they are washed and disinfected., Where applicable, the following items, equipment and surfaces must be washed and disinfected after each use:, All eating surfaces must be washed and disinfected before and after each use. Domain: Health. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/30/2024

    7.07(02), 7.07(03), 7.07(16)(b) — Building Inspection;Fire Inspection;Environment free of pests;Date of IPM-RApr25

    Building Inspection;Fire Inspection;Environment free of pests;Date of IPM-RApr25 Building Inspection. Every program that is not located in a residence and every program that has a licensed capacity of more than 10 children must provide a certificate of inspection from the Department of Public Safety or the local building inspector certifying that the facility complies with the State Building Code (780 CMR). The certificate must indicate the following:, Fire Inspection. Every program not located in a residence must submit evidence of compliance with applicable fire codes., Integrated Pest Management. Programs must document compliance with the Integrated Pest Management program of the Department of Agricultural Resources. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

14Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,686/month

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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: MEDFORD
  • Capacity: 51
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 39

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