Martins, Summer
LOWELL, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address691 STEVENS STREET, Lowell, MA, 01851
CityLOWELL, MA 01851
Phone(978) 853-3782
Operating details
Capacity10
SubsidiesY
License dateJanuary 8, 2008
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/31/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High7
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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691 STEVENS STREET, Lowell, MA, 01851, LOWELL, MA 01851
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- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- 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: 3/31/2026
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 7.083/31/2026
7.08(06) — Parent Handbook
Parent Handbook Written Information for Parents. The licensee must provide the following information to families in writing prior to enrollment of their child: Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.043/31/2026
7.04(04)(a)(03) — Evacuation Logs
Evacuation Logs documentation of regular evacuation drills, as required by 606 CMR 7.11(7)(h). Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.043/31/2026
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.113/31/2026
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 - Medium riskStandard 7.113/31/2026
7.11(16) — Pets licensed / vaccinated / safe
Pets licensed / vaccinated / safe Requirements for Pets. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). 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
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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: 10
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 19
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