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LEOMINSTER, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

4.6based on state inspection data
Capacity10
Est. price$1,988/mo

Contact information

Address103 LELAND AVE, Leominster, MA, 01453-1305

CityLEOMINSTER, MA 01453-1305

Phone(978) 660-7429

Operating details

Capacity10

SubsidiesY

License dateMay 21, 2000

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/30/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High11
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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103 LELAND AVE, Leominster, MA, 01453-1305, LEOMINSTER, MA 01453-1305

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

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/30/2025

  • High10
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. High riskStandard 7.049/30/2025

    7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.04(04)(a)(02) — Attendance Logs

    Attendance Logs 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: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/30/2025

    7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Space (health risks)

    Space (health risks) 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., 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., Unless otherwise specified in a child’s 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: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/30/2025

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

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 7.119/30/2025

    7.11(02)(l)(05), 7.11(02)(l)(04), 7.11(02)(l)(03), 7.11(02)(l)(02), 7.11(02)(l)(01) — Current consent for administered medications

    Current consent for administered medications Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (not applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No. Items not applied to open wounds or broken skin may be supplied by program with notification to parents of such, or parents may send in preferred brands of such items for their own child(ren)’s use. Logging Required: No for items not applied to open wounds or broken skin., Type of Medication: Topical, non-Prescription (when applied to open wounds or broken skin) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Unanticipated Non-Prescription for Mild Symptoms (e.g., acetaminophen, ibuprofen, antihistamines) Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed annually Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature, Type of Medication: Oral Non-Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes, renewed weekly with dosage, times, days and purpose Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: No in FCC. Yes in Large and Small Group. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed., Type of Medication: All Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: Yes. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed. Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed. Domain: Medication. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 7.109/30/2025

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

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-Low riskStandard 7.049/30/2025

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

    Required Postings - Child Specific in a manner that protects the privacy of each child: Domain: Postings. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 7.099/30/2025

    7.09(01), 7.09(02) — EEC Assistant

    EEC Assistant The licensee must ensure that the program is staffed by appropriate numbers of persons with experience and/or education in providing education and care to children from birth to age fourteen., The licensee must employ educators and volunteers who, by prior education, training, experience and interest in fostering development and early childhood education, are qualified to meet the needs of the children enrolled, and who meet the qualifications for their respective positions. Domain: Interactions. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. High riskStandard 7.119/30/2025

    7.11(01)(a) — CPR/First Aid

    CPR/First Aid First Aid and CPR Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. High riskStandard 7.049/30/2025

    7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(c), 7.04(05)(b) — Staff Records

    Staff Records documentation that the employee has the qualifications required under 606 CMR 7.09, including, but not limited to, health records, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(11);, documentation of orientation, training and professional development, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(15)(d-f), 7.09(16)(c) and 7.09(17)(a), and 7.11(1), 7.09 (18)(d), and 7.09(19)(b),as applicable;, copies of licenses, certifications and registrations held, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle operator’s license (if the staff member transports children) and EEC educator qualification; Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  10. High riskStandard 7.069/30/2025

    7.06(03)(b), 7.06(03)(a) — Progress Reports

    Progress Reports Content. The progress report must be based on observations and documentation of the child’s progress in a range of activities over time and may include samples of the child’s work., Frequency Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  11. High riskStandard 7.039/30/2025

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

    Not corrected
  12. High riskStandard 7.099/30/2025

    7.09(15)(f) — Ongoing Professional Development

    Ongoing Professional Development Professional Development. Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  13. High riskStandard 7.119/30/2025

    7.11(03) — Individual Health Care Plans

    Individual Health Care Plans Individual Health Care Plans The licensee must maintain as part of a child’s record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the child’s health if the treatment is not administered. Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  14. High riskStandard 7.119/30/2025

    7.11(05)(d) — First Aid Kit

    First Aid Kit The licensee must ensure that the following are easily and readily available at all times, and accompany the children anytime they leave the facility in the care of staff: Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  15. High riskStandard 7.049/30/2025

    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

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

23Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: LEOMINSTER
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: Family Child Care
  • Years in operation: 26

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