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Vega, Ivette

SPRINGFIELD, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

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

Contact information

Address45 WATLING ST, Springfield, MA, 01104-1632

CitySPRINGFIELD, MA 01104-1632

Phone(413) 657-3893

Operating details

Capacity10

SubsidiesY

License dateAugust 3, 2009

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/12/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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45 WATLING ST, Springfield, MA, 01104-1632, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01104-1632

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  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: 8/12/2025

  • High2
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. High riskStandard 7.118/12/2025

    7.11(01)(a) — Administration

    The educator provided a CPR and first aid certificate with expiration dates of 6/3/26. Upon verification of the certificate, it was found to be fraudulent, and the educator has been without a valid CPR and first aid certificate since 2023. The CPR and First Aid must be completed immediately. Corrective action: Took the training and send it to my licensor. Regulation: First Aid and CPR Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2025
  2. High riskStandard 7.048/12/2025

    7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Administration

    Three children are due for updated physicals. Three children need an annual update on file. Corrective action: The parents signed and is updated in their recors. Regulation: information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.078/12/2025

    7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

    The hot water temperature was reading at 135 degrees F. Please lower this to read under 120 degrees F. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were tested and working in the basement. Corrective action: Lower the hot water now is 115. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2025
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 7.078/12/2025

    7.07(01) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

    The basement hatch was covered with a carpet on the outside which made this exit inaccesible. Additionally, a new stairway was added to this exit that needs to be enclosed due to the gaps at the back of each step being large and considered to be a head entrapment risk. Corrective action: [redacted] is working on it it would be done for next week 9/12/25 I would send a picture All set is done the stairs are cover. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 9/16/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

7Total 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: SPRINGFIELD
  • Capacity: 10
  • Type: Family Child Care
  • Years in operation: 17

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