The Family Tree Child Care Center
PEPPERELL, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address26 HOLLIS ST, Pepperell, MA, 01463-1430
Phone(978) 433-8965
Operating details
Capacity115
SubsidiesY
License dateJune 29, 1988
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/7/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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26 HOLLIS ST, Pepperell, MA, 01463-1430, PEPPERELL, MA 01463-1430
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- 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: 11/7/2025
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk11/7/2025
Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation
Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, 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 - Medium-High riskStandard 7.043/31/2025
7.04(17)(p)(04), 7.11(07)(e), 7.11(18)(b) — Evacuation procedures posted at each exit; Exit signs and diagrams as required
Evacuation procedures posted at each exit; Exit signs and diagrams as required next to each exit, emergency and evacuation procedures., Exit signs must be posted in rooms that have direct access to the outdoors., Escape Routes. A diagram of escape routes must be posted conspicuously at each means of egress in rooms that do not have direct access to the outdoors. Domain: Postings. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.113/31/2025
7.11(10)(e) — Handwashing after diapering/toileting in separate area from food preparation
Handwashing after diapering/toileting in separate area from food preparation Facilities used for hand washing after diapering or toileting must be separate from facilities and areas used for food preparation and food service. Domain: Health. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.113/31/2025
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 manufacturers 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 manufacturers 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. Renewal - Full Review 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.
(Past 6 Months)
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$2,237/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: PEPPERELL
- Capacity: 115
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 38
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