Smith, Melva
SPRINGFIELD, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address87 Prospect Street, Springfield, MA, 01107
Phone(413) 626-4834
Operating details
Capacity8
SubsidiesY
License dateFebruary 21, 2001
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/21/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
Join the waitlist
Not ready to tour? Get on the waitlist and we'll notify the center you're interested.
Location
Using Address for Location
Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:
87 Prospect Street, Springfield, MA, 01107, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01107
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2025
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.075/21/2025
7.07(10) — Physical Facility - Indoors
Indoor space is clean, well ventilated, of sufficient size Educator needs to had safety latches to 4 of the kitchen drawers and one in the bathroom. Corrective action: I put the safety latches on the cabinets and the drawers in the kitchen and on the cabinet in the bathroom.. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 6/10/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 7.075/21/2025
7.07(14) — Physical Facility - Indoors
4 radiators are in need of covers. Licensor discussed with educator and will send examples of coverers to add. Corrective action: I have covers for the radiators. I was waiting for them to be delivered were delayed. I sent pictures but I am not sure if I did it right.. Regulation: Heating Safety. Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 6/10/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
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: 8
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 26
What parents actually pay
No parent-reported prices yet. If your child attends here, you can be the first to add one.
Parent Reviews
More daycares in SPRINGFIELD, MA
- Brown, Rosetta · 4.8★
- Figueroa, Moraima · 4.8★
- Jones, Lorisa · 4.8★
- Ramos, Margarita · 4.8★
- Rivera Hernandez, Carmen · 4.8★
- Roccamo, Elizabeth · 4.8★
- Williams, Donna · 4.8★
- Cotto, Yolanda · 4.8★