CAPIC Child Development Center - Infant Toddler Preschool and After School Progr

CHELSEA, MACenter-based CareLicensed

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity194
Est. price$2,237/mo

Contact information

Address9 ARLINGTON STREET, Chelsea, MA, 02150

CityCHELSEA, MA 02150

Phone(617) 889-9929

Operating details

Capacity194

SubsidiesY

License dateDecember 13, 1999

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/1/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High9
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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9 ARLINGTON STREET, Chelsea, MA, 02150, CHELSEA, MA 02150

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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 health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  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: 6/1/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk6/1/2026

    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
  2. High riskStandard 7.045/27/2026

    7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.10(01), 7.10(02), 7.10(03), 7.10(04), 7.10(09) — Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios

    Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios daily attendance records indicating each child’s attendance, including arrival and departure times;, The licensee must maintain sufficient numbers of qualified staff to promote the health, safety, growth and development of each child. Assignment of staff must take into account the physical environment, requirements of the activities children are engaged in, and the developmental levels and behavioral traits of children in care., Ratios: The program must have the number of educators necessary to:, Staff to Be Included in Ratios., Multi-Age Grouping. A group of children ranging in age from birth through thirteen years (or sixteen years, if such children have special needs), may be assigned on an ongoing basis to a single group, provided all provisions of 606 CMR 7.10(4) are met. The Multi-Age Grouping ratios and group sizes specified at 606 CMR 7.10(4)(d – h) may be used by:, Additional Provisions for Large Group and School Age Child Care. Domain: Care of Children. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-Low riskStandard 14.025/27/2026

    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

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 7.1110/9/2025

    7.11(10)(k), 7.11(13)(d)(03)(d), 7.11(13)(d)(03)(c) — Rest materials clean/good repair/individually marked, stored appropriately

    Rest materials clean/good repair/individually marked, stored appropriately Personal items intended for individual use by children, including but not limited to bottles, pacifiers, toothbrushes and sleeping materials, must be labeled with the name of the child for whom they are intended., ensure safe and sanitary storage of blankets and bed linens., provide sleeping materials that are individually marked and in good repair and clean; and Domain: Care of Children. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/9/2025

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

    Building Inspection; Fire Inspection; Environment free of pests; Date of IPM 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). Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 7.1210/9/2025

    7.12(08) — Refrigerator temp. between 32-40 degrees; working thermometer in refrigerator

    Refrigerator temp. between 32-40 degrees; working thermometer in refrigerator The licensee must provide refrigeration and storage for food at not less than 32? F, nor more than 40? F for all food requiring refrigeration. Meals and snacks provided by parents must be stored safely. Thermometers verifying temperatures must be maintained in all refrigerators. Domain: Health. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/9/2025

    7.07(13) — Equipment is clean, safe, secured, and poses no hazard.

    Equipment is clean, safe, secured, and poses no hazard. Safety Requirements for Equipment, Materials and Furnishings. The licensee must only use indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, furnishings, toys, and games that are appropriate to the ages, needs and developmental level of the children enrolled. They must be sturdy, safely constructed and installed, non-tippable, flame retardant, easily cleaned, and free from lead paint, protruding nails, rust, and other hazards that may be dangerous to children. Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 7.0410/9/2025

    7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.04(04)(a)(02) — Accurate attendance; arrival/departure times

    Accurate attendance; arrival/departure times daily attendance records indicating each child’s attendance, including arrival and departure times;, a method of knowing exactly who is present on the premises at any given point in the day. Domain: Care of Children. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 7.1210/9/2025

    7.12(10)(a)(01), 7.12(10)(a)(03) — Feeding schedule for each infant/toddler; Infants held while fed from bottle

    Feeding schedule for each infant/toddler; Infants held while fed from bottle A current feeding schedule must be maintained, documenting use of either breast milk or formula, if applicable, new foods introduced, food intolerances and preferences, voiding patterns, and observations related to developmental changes in feeding and nutrition., Infants must be held while fed a bottle. Domain: Care of Children. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 7.0710/9/2025

    7.07(10)(m) — Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily

    Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily Refuse. Garbage must be kept in lined and covered containers and all trash containers must be emptied at least daily. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$2,237/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: CHELSEA
  • Capacity: 194
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 27

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