Country Kids Child Development Center

GROTON, MACenter-based CareLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity53
Est. price$2,232/mo

Contact information

Address501 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450

CityGROTON, MA 01450

Phone(978) 448-2413

Operating details

Capacity53

SubsidiesY

License dateMarch 26, 2018

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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501 Main St., Groton, MA, 01450, GROTON, MA 01450

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  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: 2/20/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk2/20/2026

    Health and Safety

    Domain: Health and Safety. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.112/20/2026

    7.11(13)(e)(03)

    ensure that cribs have firm, properly fitted mattresses with clean coverings, and do not contain any potential head entrapment areas. Domain: Health and Safety. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.112/20/2026

    7.11(10)(b)

    Educators must educate children about and promote hand washing procedures and health precautions. Domain: Infection Control. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 7.112/20/2026

    7.11(10)

    Infection Control. Domain: Infection Control. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 7.072/20/2026

    7.07(06)

    Chipping and Peeling Paint. The licensee must maintain the interior and exterior of the program in good repair, free of chipping, flaking, or peeling paint or broken plaster. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium riskStandard 7.062/20/2026

    7.06(01)(c)(01)

    there is a sufficient quantity and variety of materials and equipment to engage all children present in the program; Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 7.078/14/2025

    7.07(10)

    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
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.128/14/2025

    7.12(07)(d)

    the licensee must store all food in clean, covered containers; Domain: Health and Safety. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.078/14/2025

    7.07(13)(c)

    The educator must arrange furnishings and fixtures safely, with sharp edges protected, and in such a way as to not present hazards to children. Domain: Equipments and Materials. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

2024

  1. High riskStandard 7.119/10/2024

    7.11(03)(a)(04)

    The written parental consent and the licensed health care practitioner authorization shall be valid for one year, unless withdrawn sooner. Such consent and authorization must be renewed annually for administration of medication and/or treatment to continue. Domain: Medications. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 7.099/10/2024

    7.09(17)(b)

    Staff Supervision. The licensee must describe in writing and implement its plan for regular, ongoing supervision of all educators, as appropriate to their positions. Supervision must include, but not be limited to: Domain: Review of Written Materials. Renewal - Full Review 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.

17Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$2,232/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: GROTON
  • Capacity: 53
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 8

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