Central Avenue Children's Center

EAST BOSTON, MACenter-based CareLicensed

4.0based on state inspection data
Capacity41
Est. price$2,485/mo

Contact information

Address127 Marion Street, East Boston, MA, 02128

CityEAST BOSTON, MA 02128

Phone(617) 569-3221

Operating details

Capacity41

SubsidiesY

License dateMay 30, 1990

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/11/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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127 Marion Street, East Boston, MA, 02128, EAST BOSTON, MA 02128

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has food-service findings on its state record - ask how meals are prepared and how allergies are handled
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  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: 2/11/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-Low riskStandard 14.022/11/2026

    14.02 — BRCs on all potential employees

    BRCs on all potential employees EEC’s BRC regulations are designed to ensure the completion of BRCs on individuals subject to EEC’s oversight, including those in receipt of federal Child Care Development Fund (CCDF) funding pursuant to the Child Care Development Block Grant (CCDBG) Act of 2014 at 42 USC § 9858 and funding through the Families First Prevention Services Act of 2017 at 42 USC § 471(a)(20)(D). Further, BRCs shall be performed in accordance with the statutory framework of M.G.L. c. 15D, §§ 7 and 8, 606 CMR 14.00 and consistent with the timelines established by EEC regulations or policy. EEC is responsible for reviewing all disqualifying information for candidates, with the exception of candidates for adoptive and foster parents to the extent authorized by the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and state statute. EEC may delegate to another Commonwealth entity its authority to complete BRCs through a Memorandum of Understanding or other applicable agreement to the extent permitted by state and federal law. While effective immediately, EEC will implement the provisions of 606 CMR 14.00 in phases and provide updated timetables for implementation within its written policies. Nothing in 606 CMR 14.00 shall be construed to create a private right of action if an EEC licensed, approved or funded program has acted in accordance with 606 CMR 14.00 and any policies adopted thereunder. Domain: BRC Information. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 7.122/11/2026

    7.12(07)(c) — Food not served beyond recommended dates

    Food not served beyond recommended dates the licensee must ensure that foods are not served to children beyond their recommended dates of use; Domain: Mealtime, Food, Food Preparation. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.112/11/2026

    7.11(03) — Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP)

    Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) 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

2025

  1. High risk9/3/2025

    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 Domain: Complaint investigation. Complaint Investigation. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.044/24/2025

    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 - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 7.114/24/2025

    7.11(02)(j), 7.11(02)(l) — Documentation of medication administration; Current consent for medications

    Documentation of medication administration; Current consent for medications Each time a medication is administered, the educator must document in the child’s record the name of the medication, the dosage, the time and the method of administration, and who administered the medication, except as noted in (k) below., All medications must be administered in accordance with the consent and documentation requirements specified below: 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.

12Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$2,485/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: EAST BOSTON
  • Capacity: 41
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 36

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