Congregation Beth Elohim Early Learning Center
ACTON, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address133 PROSPECT ST, Acton, MA, 01720-3629
Phone(978) 266-9988
Operating details
Capacity76
SubsidiesY
License dateJuly 1, 2013
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High12
- Medium-High12
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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133 PROSPECT ST, Acton, MA, 01720-3629, ACTON, MA 01720-3629
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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 health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/25/2026
- High8
- Medium-High7
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.113/25/2026
7.11(05)(a)
Liquids, foods, and appliances that are or become hot enough to burn a child must be kept out of the reach of children. Domain: Health and Safety. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.113/25/2026
7.11(10)(e)
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 and Safety. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.113/25/2026
7.11(10)(c)(03)
after toileting or diapering; Domain: Toileting / Diapering / Handwashing. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- High riskStandard 7.0412/3/2025
7.04(07), 7.04(08)(b), 7.06(05)(b), 7.10(09)(a)(05) — Children's Records
Children's Records Childrens Records. The licensee must maintain an individual written record for each child that includes:, For school age children, the licensee may accept either:, The licensee must obtain parental consent prior to contacting any outside social, educational or health care resource or service provider on behalf of an individual child. If such direct contacts are made by the program, the licensee must maintain a written record of such contacts and the results of such contacts., Whenever a child is considered for assignment in a fixed age group outside his chronologically defined age group, the licensee must: Domain: Administration. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.1112/3/2025
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 - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.1112/3/2025
7.11(03) — Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP)
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) Individual Health Care Plans The licensee must maintain as part of a childs record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the childs health if the treatment is not administered. Domain: Health. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.0712/3/2025
7.07(01), 7.11(07)(h) — Emergency Evacuation
Emergency Evacuation 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., 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. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.0712/3/2025
7.07(07)(d), 7.07(07)(e), 7.07(10), 7.07(13)(d) — Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space The outdoor play area must be free from hazards including but not limited to: a busy street, a parking lot, poisonous plants, water hazards, debris, broken glass, chipping, peeling or flaking paint, dangerous machinery or tools, and weather-related and environmental hazards or small objects that could present a choking hazard to young children. Any such hazard must be removed or fenced by a sturdy, permanently installed barrier which is at least four feet high or otherwise protected or removed, as appropriate., If the outdoor play space is located on a roof, it must be protected by a barrier at least seven feet high, which cannot be climbed by children., 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., All play equipment, fences and structures must be free of entrapment hazards. Domain: Physical Facility - Outdoors. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.0712/3/2025
7.07(13)(d), 7.07(01), 7.07(02), 7.07(10) — Indoor Space
Indoor Space All play equipment, fences and structures must be free of entrapment hazards., 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., Building Inspection. Every program that is not located in a residence and every program that has a licensed capacity of more than 10 children must provide a certificate of inspection from the Department of Public Safety or the local building inspector certifying that the facility complies with the State Building Code (780 CMR). The certificate must indicate the following:, 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 Facility - Indoors. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.1012/3/2025
7.10(09)(b)(03)
Age Group / Full or Half Day Program: Preschoolers 33 months to school age (Full Day) Maximum Group Size: 20 Educator / Child Ratio: 1:10 Educator Qualifications: At least 1 Preschool Teacher, per 7.09(18)(c)(02) Domain: Classroom. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0312/3/2025
7.03(02)
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: Classroom. Renewal - Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.041/22/2025
7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(b), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(09) — Staff Records - R Apr 2025
Staff Records - R Apr 2025 documentation that the employee has the qualifications required under 606 CMR 7.09, including, but not limited to, health records, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(11);, copies of licenses, certifications and registrations held, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle operators license (if the staff member transports children) and EEC educator qualification;, documentation of orientation, training and professional development, as required by 606 CMR 7.09(15)(d-f), 7.09(16)(c) and 7.09(17)(a), and 7.11(1), 7.09 (18)(d), and 7.09(19)(b),as applicable;, All educators must attend an orientation to early education and care approved by the Department. Domain: Administration. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.091/22/2025
7.09(18)(c)(01)
Assistant Teacher. Must be at least 16 years of age or have a high school diploma or equivalent; must work at all times under the direct supervision of at least a teacher qualified staff person. Domain: Classroom. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.111/22/2025
7.11(10)(o), 7.11(10)(n), 7.11(10)(j), 7.11(10)(i), 7.11(10)(h) — Proper sanitizing techniques; Bottles labeled and out of children's reach
Proper sanitizing techniques; Bottles labeled and out of children's reach All disinfectant solutions must be stored in accordance with manufacturers instructions and in a secure place out of the reach of children., The disinfectant solution used to disinfect child care items, equipment and surfaces must be either a bleach solution prepared by the licensee in accordance with EEC guidelines or a commercially prepared disinfectant that has been registered as a sanitizing solution by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Registration by the EPA will be indicated on the product label. Commercially prepared solutions must be used in accordance with manufacturers directions., Toys mouthed by children must be set aside and stored after each use and may not be used by another child until they are washed and disinfected., Where applicable, the following items, equipment and surfaces must be washed and disinfected after each use:, All eating surfaces must be washed and disinfected before and after each use. Domain: Health. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.111/22/2025
7.11(02)(j), 7.11(02)(l) — Documentation of medication administration; Current consent for medications
Documentation of medication administration; Current consent for medications Each time a medication is administered, the educator must document in the childs record the name of the medication, the dosage, the time and the method of administration, and who administered the medication, except as noted in (k) below., All medications must be administered in accordance with the consent and documentation requirements specified below: Domain: Health. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.111/22/2025
7.11(03) — Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025 Individual Health Care Plans The licensee must maintain as part of a childs record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the childs health if the treatment is not administered. Domain: Health. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
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Estimated monthly cost
$2,275/month
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About this daycare
- Location: ACTON
- Capacity: 76
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 13
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