Old Colony Y Childcare

BROCKTON, MACenter-based CareLicensed

4.6based on state inspection data
Capacity129
Est. price$2,237/mo

Contact information

Address850 W Chestnut St, Brockton, MA, 02301-5539

CityBROCKTON, MA 02301-5539

Phone(508) 588-6552

Operating details

Capacity129

SubsidiesY

License dateDecember 7, 1989

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/12/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High9
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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850 W Chestnut St, Brockton, MA, 02301-5539, BROCKTON, MA 02301-5539

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/12/2025

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

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 7.048/12/2025

    7.04(14)(c) — Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected

    Allergies, medical info, special diets, emergency medications; privacy protected in a manner that protects the privacy of each child: Domain: Postings. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.048/12/2025

    7.04(17)(p)(04) — Evacuation procedures posted at each exit

    Evacuation procedures posted at each exit next to each exit, emergency and evacuation procedures. Domain: Emergency Preparedness. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.078/12/2025

    7.07(07)(d), 7.07(07)(e), 7.07(10), 7.07(13)(d) — Outdoor Space

    Outdoor Space The outdoor play area must be free from hazards including but not limited to: a busy street, a parking lot, poisonous plants, water hazards, debris, broken glass, chipping, peeling or flaking paint, dangerous machinery or tools, and weather-related and environmental hazards or small objects that could present a choking hazard to young children. Any such hazard must be removed or fenced by a sturdy, permanently installed barrier which is at least four feet high or otherwise protected or removed, as appropriate., If the outdoor play space is located on a roof, it must be protected by a barrier at least seven feet high, which cannot be climbed by children., Indoor Space. The indoor space must be clean, safely maintained, well-ventilated and well-lit, of sufficient size for the children served, and must encourage play and learning., All play equipment, fences and structures must be free of entrapment hazards. Domain: Physical Facility - Outdoors. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. High risk4/10/2025

    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, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, 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
  5. High risk3/5/2025

    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, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, 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

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

23Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: BROCKTON
  • Capacity: 129
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 37

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