Lara Lara, Glenda
DORCHESTER, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address15 Pasadena Road, Dorchester, MA, 02121
Phone(857) 294-4247
Operating details
Capacity10
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 26, 2019
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High11
- Medium-High8
- Medium5
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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15 Pasadena Road, Dorchester, MA, 02121, DORCHESTER, MA 02121
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/18/2026
- High8
- Medium-High5
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 7.112/18/2026
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. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.062/18/2026
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: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.092/18/2026
7.09(15)(f) — Ongoing Professional Development
Ongoing Professional Development Professional Development. Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.072/18/2026
7.07(01) — Exit Safety
Exit Safety 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. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.042/18/2026
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2025
- Medium-Low riskStandard 7.043/26/2025
7.04(14)(c) — Required Postings - Child Specific - R Apr 2025
Required Postings - Child Specific - R Apr 2025 in a manner that protects the privacy of each child: Domain: Postings. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.063/26/2025
7.06(01)(b), 7.06(01)(a) — Curriculum / Routine / Structure - R Apr 2025
Curriculum / Routine / Structure - R Apr 2025 The licensee must have evidence of a plan describing how program activities support and engage children through specific learning experiences. Such plan must be appropriate to the ages and development of the children served, to the length of the program day and to the program objectives. As appropriate, children must participate in the development of the plan, and the plan must provide for:, The licensee must provide a well-balanced curriculum of specific, planned learning experiences that support the social, emotional, physical, intellectual and language development of all children. The curriculum must: Domain: Routine & Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.063/26/2025
7.06(01)(c)(01) — Equipment and Materials
Equipment and Materials there is a sufficient quantity and variety of materials and equipment to engage all children present in the program; Domain: Routine & Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.073/26/2025
7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - R Apr 2025
Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - R Apr 2025 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. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.113/26/2025
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. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.073/26/2025
7.07(06) — Chipping and Peeling Paint
Chipping and Peeling Paint 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 Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.073/26/2025
7.07(10)(l) — Water Temperature
Water Temperature Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.123/26/2025
7.12(08) — Refrigerator Temperature
Refrigerator Temperature The licensee must provide refrigeration and storage for food at not less than 32? F, nor more than 40? F for all food requiring refrigeration. Meals and snacks provided by parents must be stored safely. Thermometers verifying temperatures must be maintained in all refrigerators. Domain: Mealtime, Food, Food Preparation. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.113/26/2025
7.11(05)(e) — First Aid Kit (FCC 2)
First Aid Kit (FCC 2) The licensee must maintain adequate first aid supplies, including, but not limited to: adhesive tape, band aids, gauze pads, gauze roller bandage, disposable non-latex gloves, instant cold pack, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, and CPR mouth guard. Domain: Health and Safety. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.043/26/2025
7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.04(04)(a)(02) — Attendance Logs
Attendance Logs daily attendance records indicating each childs attendance, including arrival and departure times;, a method of knowing exactly who is present on the premises at any given point in the day. Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.043/26/2025
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Children's Records - R Apr 2025 information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.043/26/2025
7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(c), 7.04(05)(b) — Staff Records
Staff Records 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);, 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;, 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; 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
$1,880/month
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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: DORCHESTER
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 7
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