Cartolin, Rocio
EAST BOSTON, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address260 Lexington street Apt #1, East Boston, MA, 02128
Phone(781) 853-8148
Operating details
Capacity10
SubsidiesY
License dateJanuary 22, 2009
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High12
- Medium-High6
- Medium4
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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Location
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260 Lexington street Apt #1, East Boston, MA, 02128, EAST BOSTON, MA 02128
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/10/2026
- High12
- Medium-High3
- Medium3
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 7.046/10/2026
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.066/10/2026
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. Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.116/10/2026
7.11(01) — EEC Essentials Training completion
EEC Essentials Training completion Training. All educators must be trained in the programs emergency and evacuation procedures, in standard precautions and in medication administration procedures. Domain: Administration. Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 7.0612/5/2025
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: Administration. Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0412/5/2025
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 3.0612/5/2025
3.06(04)(k) — Medication
Medication The licensee shall have written policies and procedures regarding the prescription and administration of all medication. These policies and procedures shall include the following: Domain: Health/Medications. Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 7.0412/5/2025
7.04(14)(c) — Required Postings - Child Specific
Required Postings - Child Specific in a manner that protects the privacy of each child: Domain: Postings. Follow-up Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0910/31/2025
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: Staff and Educators. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.1010/31/2025
7.10(05)(a), 7.11(13)(e) — Safe Sleep
Safe Sleep Children younger than six months of age at the time of enrollment must be under direct visual supervision at all times, including while napping, during the first six weeks they are in care., Programs serving infants must: Domain: Routine & Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/31/2025
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 childs 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). Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.1110/31/2025
7.11(10)(e) — Handwashing after diapering/toileting in separate area from food preparation
Handwashing after diapering/toileting in separate area from food preparation Facilities used for hand washing after diapering or toileting must be separate from facilities and areas used for food preparation and food service. Domain: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.1110/31/2025
7.11(07)(h) — Emergency Evacuation Logs
Emergency Evacuation Logs The educator must hold practice evacuation drills with all groups of children and all educators from each floor level of the approved space at least monthly. Drills must be held during different times of the program day, and must use alternative exits. The educator must document the date, time, exit route used, number of children evacuated and effectiveness of each drill. Domain: Emergency Preparedness. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 8.1310/31/2025
8.13(01) — Attendance Records
Attendance Records Complete and accurate record keeping- attendance records Domain: Record Keeping. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.0910/31/2025
7.09(15)(f) — Ongoing Professional Development
Ongoing Professional Development Professional Development. Domain: Staff and Educators. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.1010/31/2025
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. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 7.0410/31/2025
7.04(14)(a) — Required Postings
Required Postings Call 911 reminder and the telephone number and address of the program, including the location of the program in the facility; Domain: Postings. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.1110/31/2025
7.11(11)(e), 7.11(11)(d) — Toothbrushing - Toothbrush Storage
Toothbrushing - Toothbrush Storage Children must use individual, labeled toothbrushes which must be stored in a safe and sanitary manner open to the air without touching each other., Educators must assist children in brushing their teeth whenever they are in care for more than four hours or whenever they consume a meal while in care. Domain: Personal Hygiene. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.1010/31/2025
7.10(05) — Supervision
Supervision Supervision of Children: In addition to interacting with children as required by 606 CMR 7.05, all licensees and educators must exercise appropriate supervision of the children in their care in order to ensure their health and safety at all times. Such supervision must include, but not be limited to, indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes, naptime, transportation, field trips, and transitions between activities. Domain: Interactions. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.1110/31/2025
7.11(13)(d)(03)(b) — Napping Materials
Napping Materials provide a separate mat, cot, sofa, portacrib, playpen, bassinet or bed, and blanket for each child present at any time during the day; Domain: Health and Safety. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0310/31/2025
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. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0410/31/2025
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
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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: EAST BOSTON
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 18
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