Murdock, Gloria

SPRINGFIELD, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

3.2based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$1,988/mo

Contact information

Address204 DENVER ST, Springfield, MA, 01109-1821

CitySPRINGFIELD, MA 01109-1821

Phone(413) 209-9836

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateApril 20, 1999

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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Location

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204 DENVER ST, Springfield, MA, 01109-1821, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01109-1821

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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. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/30/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 7.034/30/2026

    7.03(02) — Program Capacity

    Program Capacity Licensed Capacity. Programs will be licensed for the maximum number of children who may be in the care of educators at any one time, taking into consideration the size and layout of the physical facility, the number and qualifications of educators, the equipment and resources available to the children, the individual needs and characteristics of the children served, and the building certificate capacity, if applicable. At no time shall a program admit, supervise or provide care for more than the maximum number of children indicated on the license. Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-Low riskStandard 7.044/30/2026

    7.04(14)(c) — Required Postings - Child Specific

    Required Postings - Child Specific 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. Medium-Low riskStandard 7.044/30/2026

    7.04(14)(a) — Required Postings

    Required Postings “Call 911” reminder and the telephone number and address of the program, including the location of the program in the facility; Domain: Postings. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 7.104/30/2026

    7.10(04) — Adult-Child Ratios

    Adult-Child 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: Domain: Staff and Educators. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 7.114/30/2026

    7.11(10)(l) — Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases

    Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases The following items must be monitored for cleanliness and washed and disinfected at least daily: Domain: Health & Safety. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 7.074/30/2026

    7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Space (indoor / outdoor hazards)

    Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) Outdoor Space. The licensee must maintain, or have access to, an outdoor play area of at least 75 square feet per child who is outside at any one time., 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. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 7.064/30/2026

    7.06(01)(b), 7.06(01)(a) — Curriculum / Routine / Structure

    Curriculum / Routine / Structure The licensee must have evidence of a plan describing how program activities support and engage children through specific learning experiences. Such plan must be appropriate to the ages and development of the children served, to the length of the program day and to the program objectives. As appropriate, children must participate in the development of the plan, and the plan must provide for:, The licensee must provide a well-balanced curriculum of specific, planned learning experiences that support the social, emotional, physical, intellectual and language development of all children. The curriculum must: Domain: Routine & Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. High riskStandard 7.044/30/2026

    7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records

    Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. High riskStandard 7.045/9/2025

    7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records

    Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 7.115/9/2025

    7.11(11)(c) — Extra clothing & assuring children are dressed appropriately for the weather

    Extra clothing & assuring children are dressed appropriately for the weather The licensee must have available sufficient clean and dry indoor and outdoor clothing to change a child’s clothing or for a child to change his/her own clothing when wet or soiled and to ensure that children are dressed appropriately for the weather and for indoor and outdoor program activities. Clothing must be washed after each use. Domain: Routine & Activities. Renewal - Enhanced 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.

20Total Violations
8Recent Violations
(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

$1,988/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: SPRINGFIELD
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care
  • Years in operation: 27

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