Newburyport Montessori School, Inc.

NEWBURYPORT, MACenter-based CareLicensed

3.3based on state inspection data
Capacity150
Est. price$2,115/mo

Contact information

Address20 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950

CityNEWBURYPORT, MA 01950

Phone(978) 973-4901

Operating details

Capacity150

SubsidiesY

License dateJuly 5, 2019

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 1/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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20 Pleasant Street, Newburyport, MA, 01950, NEWBURYPORT, MA 01950

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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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/20/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High7
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 7.041/20/2026

    7.04(18)(d)(01) — Staff records checklist

    Staff records checklist a current staff records check list that reflects all regular employees, Domain: Administration. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.071/20/2026

    7.07(10)(p), 7.07(10)(o) — Electric outlets covered, no frayed electrical cords. Carbon monoxide detector.

    Electric outlets covered, no frayed electrical cords. Carbon monoxide detector. Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Approved carbon monoxide detectors must be located and maintained in the program in accordance with the provisions of the state fire safety code and guidelines., Electrical outlets. All electrical outlets within the reach of children younger than school age must be made inaccessible by use of a safety device or covering that prevents access to the receptacle openings. If the covering is a shock stop, it must be of adequate size to prevent a choking hazard. All electrical cords must be arranged so they are not a hazard to children. Electrical cords must not be frayed or damaged. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 7.071/20/2026

    7.07(10)(m) — Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily

    Garbage kept in lined and covered containers, emptied daily Refuse. Garbage must be kept in lined and covered containers and all trash containers must be emptied at least daily. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 7.071/20/2026

    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 - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 7.111/20/2026

    7.11(18)(c)(01) — Plan for diapering and toilet training

    Plan for diapering and toilet training A written plan for diapering and toilet training and for the disposal or cleaning of soiled clothing, linen, blankets and diapers must be developed, implemented and posted in diapering areas. Domain: Postings. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 7.111/20/2026

    7.11(10)(c), 7.11(10)(d), 7.11(10)(f), 7.11(10)(g), 7.11(10)(h), 7.11(10)(i), 7.11(10)(j), 7.11(10)(m), 7.11(10)(l) — Infection Control/Hand Washing

    Infection Control/Hand Washing The licensee must ensure that educators and children wash their hands with liquid soap and running water, using friction, in accordance with DPH guidelines. Hands must be dried with individual or disposable towels or automatic hand blow-dryers. The use of common towels is prohibited. Educators and children must wash their hands at least at the following times:, In addition, educators must wash their hands:, The licensee must ensure that equipment, materials, items or surfaces (including floors, walls and clothing used for dramatic play) are washed with soap and water and disinfected as needed to maintain a sanitary environment., All floors used by children must be swept and/or vacuumed daily., All eating surfaces must be washed and disinfected before and after each use., Where applicable, the following items, equipment and surfaces must be washed and disinfected after each use:, 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., The following must be washed and disinfected at least weekly:, The following items must be monitored for cleanliness and washed and disinfected at least daily: Domain: Health. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 7.041/20/2026

    7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(b), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(09) — 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);, copies of licenses, certifications and registrations held, including, but not limited to, motor vehicle operator’s 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. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 7.071/24/2025

    7.07(13)

    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. Domain: Equipments and Materials. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.111/24/2025

    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 child’s 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 child’s health if the treatment is not administered. Domain: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 7.111/24/2025

    7.11(05)(d)(04) — Emergency medications readily available

    Emergency medications readily available emergency or life-saving medications, such as asthma inhalers and epinephrine auto-injectors, for any children for whom they have been prescribed; Domain: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 7.111/24/2025

    7.11(02)(c), 7.11(02)(e) — Medication

    Medication All prescription medications must be in the containers in which they were originally dispensed and with their original labels affixed. Over-the-counter medications must be in the original manufacturer’s packaging., Unless otherwise specified in a child’s 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: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium riskStandard 7.041/24/2025

    7.04(18)(d)(01) — Staff records checklist

    Staff records checklist a current staff records check list that reflects all regular employees, Domain: Review of Written Materials. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  6. High riskStandard 7.041/24/2025

    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 operator’s 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. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. High riskStandard 7.091/24/2025

    7.09(17)(d), 7.11(18)(d) — Staff First Aid Training - R Apr 2025

    Staff First Aid Training - R Apr 2025 First Aid Training. All educators must obtain within six months of employment, and must maintain thereafter current certification of training in basic first aid appropriate to the population served., First Aid Training. The licensee must document that each educator is certified in first aid within six months of employment. Domain: Administration. 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.

19Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$2,115/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: NEWBURYPORT
  • Capacity: 150
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 7

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