The Kids' Place
HOLYOKE, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address305 HOMESTEAD AVE, Holyoke, MA, 01040-1091
Phone(413) 538-7742
Operating details
Capacity58
SubsidiesY
License dateJanuary 24, 2000
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/10/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High11
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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305 HOMESTEAD AVE, Holyoke, MA, 01040-1091, HOLYOKE, MA 01040-1091
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/10/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.117/10/2025
7.11(02)(l)(05), 7.11(02)(l)(04), 7.11(02)(l)(03), 7.11(02)(l)(02), 7.11(02)(l)(01) — Medication
The program did not have parental consent for the medication of medication required by tow children's Individual Heath Care Plans. Corrective action: The director is meeting with the parents today to complete and receive consent for medication. An updated medication order for the children with medication will be on file.. Regulation: Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (not applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No. Items not applied to open wounds or broken skin may be supplied by program with notification to parents of such, or parents may send in preferred brands of such items for their own child(ren)s use. Logging Required: No for items not applied to open wounds or broken skin., Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (when applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Unanticipated Non-Prescription for Mild Symptoms (e.g., acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antihistamines) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Oral Non-Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed weekly with dosage, times, days and purpose Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed., Type of Medication: All Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: Yes. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed. Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed. Cited during: Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 7/23/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 7.077/10/2025
7.07(02), 7.07(03) — Physical Facility - Indoors
On the day of the visit the program did not have a current Fire inspection Corrective action: The fire inspection was performed on July 14, 2025. The center did not have a copy on file. One is attached for review. It is now posted at the program.. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 7/23/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$2,361/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: HOLYOKE
- Capacity: 58
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 27
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