Depson, Tonia
PITTSFIELD, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address22 PUTNAM AVE, Pittsfield, MA, 01201-7225
Phone(413) 474-8940
Operating details
Capacity10
SubsidiesY
License dateNovember 17, 2000
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/14/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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22 PUTNAM AVE, Pittsfield, MA, 01201-7225, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201-7225
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- 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
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/14/2026
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.071/14/2026
7.07(13) — Indoor Space - free of hazards
Indoor Space - free of hazards 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. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Change of Space Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium risk1/14/2026
H&S 9A(8) — Organization of Space
Organization of Space Spaces for children must be organized in a way that allows staff to enforce and maintain consistent physical distancing guidelines. Physically rearrange the room to promote individual play, including setting up individual play activity stations like puzzles and art. Space activity areas/centers as far apart as possible. Domain: Strategies to Reduce the Risk of Transmission. Change of Space Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 7.098/27/2025
7.09(04) — Annual Registration in Professional Qualifications Registry (PQR)
Annual Registration in Professional Qualifications Registry (PQR) All educators must register annually with the Department of Early Education and Care in accordance with EEC policies and procedures. Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.048/27/2025
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.068/27/2025
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 childs progress in a range of activities over time and may include samples of the childs work., Frequency Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- High riskStandard 7.0410/23/2024
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Children's Records - R Apr 2025 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.
(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: PITTSFIELD
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 26
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