BASEC at Chenery
BELMONT, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address95 WASHINGTON ST, Belmont, MA, 02478-2862
Phone(617) 484-8030
Operating details
Capacity389
SubsidiesY
License dateMay 3, 2007
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/5/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High5
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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95 WASHINGTON ST, Belmont, MA, 02478-2862, BELMONT, MA 02478-2862
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/5/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.0711/5/2025
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
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.1110/30/2024
7.11(02)(c), 7.11(02)(e) — Medication
Medication All prescription medications must be in the containers in which they were originally dispensed and with their original labels affixed. Over-the-counter medications must be in the original manufacturers packaging., Unless otherwise specified in a childs individual health care plan, the educator must store all medications out of the reach of children and under proper conditions for sanitation, preservation, security and safety during the time the children are in care and during the transportation of children. Domain: Health. 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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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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
$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: BELMONT
- Capacity: 389
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 19
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