Bowen After School

NEWTON, MACenter-based CareLicensed

2.6based on state inspection data
Capacity125
Est. price$1,278/mo

Contact information

Address280 CYPRESS STREET, Newton, MA, 02459

CityNEWTON, MA 02459

Phone(617) 969-3130

Operating details

Capacity125

SubsidiesN

License dateSeptember 2, 1998

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/16/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High10
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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280 CYPRESS STREET, Newton, MA, 02459, NEWTON, MA 02459

Questions to ask on a tour

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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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  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: 4/16/2026

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

2026

  1. High risk4/16/2026

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation Serious Injury, 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 7.044/15/2026

    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. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 7.084/15/2026

    7.08(06)(l) — Mandated Reporter

    Mandated Reporter notice that child educators are mandated reporters and must, by law, report suspected child abuse or neglect to the Department of Children and Families; Domain: Family Involvement. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 7.073/18/2025

    7.07(07)(d), 7.07(13)(g) — Toxic Substances

    Toxic Substances 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., Educators must ensure that all hazardous objects, including but not limited to matches, lighters, toxic materials, sharp objects, plastic bags and purses are locked or inaccessible to children. Domain: Health. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.113/18/2025

    7.11(05)(d)(04) — Emergency medications readily available

    Emergency medications readily available emergency or life-saving medications, such as asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, for any children for whom they have been prescribed; Domain: Medication. Renewal - Monitoring 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.

19Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,278/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: NEWTON
  • Capacity: 125
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 28

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