Days of Discovery
NEW BEDFORD, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address581 Church Street, New Bedford, MA, 02745
Phone(508) 998-9567
Operating details
Capacity44
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 16, 2016
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/26/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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581 Church Street, New Bedford, MA, 02745, NEW BEDFORD, MA 02745
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/26/2024
- High1
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2024
- High risk11/26/2024
Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation
Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation Substantiated Child Abuse/Neglect, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, Substantiated Child Abuse/Neglect Domain: Complaint investigation. Complaint Investigation. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.119/18/2024
7.11(13)(d)(04)(a) — Cots/cribs at least 2 feet apart or children's faces at least 3 feet apart
Cots/cribs at least 2 feet apart or children's faces at least 3 feet apart there is a distance of at least two feet between each crib or cot, or there is a distance of at least three feet between childrens faces while resting or napping; Domain: Care of Children. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/18/2024
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. 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)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,930/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: NEW BEDFORD
- Capacity: 44
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 10
What parents actually pay
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