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LOWELL, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

4.6based on state inspection data
Capacity8
Est. price$1,988/mo

Contact information

Address115B Fort Hill Ave, Lowell, MA, 01852

CityLOWELL, MA 01852

Phone(978) 221-0966

Operating details

Capacity8

SubsidiesY

License dateNovember 2, 2005

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 9/8/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High9
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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115B Fort Hill Ave, Lowell, MA, 01852, LOWELL, MA 01852

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. 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: 9/8/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 7.069/8/2025

    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: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/8/2025

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

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/8/2025

    7.07(01) — Exit Safety

    Exit Safety The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 7.049/8/2025

    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

2024

  1. Medium riskStandard 7.0610/29/2024

    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: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium riskStandard 7.0510/29/2024

    7.05(02) — Interactions with Children

    Interactions with Children Educators must be nurturing and responsive to children by: Domain: Interactions. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/29/2024

    7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - R Apr 2025

    Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - R Apr 2025 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
  4. Medium riskStandard 7.0710/29/2024

    7.07(10)(a) — Licensed Space

    Licensed Space Child care must be provided only in space approved by the Department. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/29/2024

    7.07(01) — Exit Safety

    Exit Safety The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 7.0610/29/2024

    7.06(01)(c)(01) — Equipment and Materials

    Equipment and Materials there is a sufficient quantity and variety of materials and equipment to engage all children present in the program; Domain: Routine & Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 7.0610/29/2024

    7.06(01)(b), 7.06(01)(a) — Curriculum / Routine / Structure - R Apr 2025

    Curriculum / Routine / Structure - R Apr 2025 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

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total 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: LOWELL
  • Capacity: 8
  • Type: Family Child Care
  • Years in operation: 21

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