Saint John Paul II Catholic Academy @ Lower Mills Campus
DORCHESTER CENTER, MA·Private SchoolLicensed
Contact information
Address2222 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester Center, MA, 02124
CityDORCHESTER CENTER, MA 02124
Phone(617) 265-0019
Operating details
Capacity129
SubsidiesY
License dateSeptember 23, 2020
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/11/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High3
- Medium2
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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2222 Dorchester Avenue, Dorchester Center, MA, 02124, DORCHESTER CENTER, MA 02124
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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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/11/2025
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium1
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 8.059/11/2025
8.05(01)(a) — Fire Safety Compliance
Fire Safety Compliance Fire Inspection Certificate. The Program shall be able to provide evidence of compliance with all applicable fire codes. Domain: Fire Safety. Funded Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 8.099/11/2025
8.09(01)(a), 8.09(01)(b), 8.09(01)(c), 8.09(01)(d) — Group Sizes and Adult Child Ratios
Group Sizes and Adult Child Ratios Groups Sizes. The Program shall maintain appropriate group sizes necessary to ensure adequate and safe supervision at all times., Sufficient Staffing. The Program shall maintain sufficient numbers of qualified staff to promote the health, safety, growth and development of each child. Assignment of staff shall take into account the physical environment, requirements of the activities children are engaged in, and the developmental levels and behavioral traits of children in care. The Program must have the number of Program staff necessary to:, Fixed Age Groups. The fixed age group ratios and groupings below shall be used for all groups of children within the same age range:, Mixed Age Groups. The mixed age group ratios and grouping below shall be used for groups of children within two consecutive age groups: Domain: Group Sizes and Adult-Child Ratios. Funded Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- Medium-High riskStandard 8.0410/9/2024
8.04(02)(a)
Emergency Postings. The Program shall post the following information in an area easily visible to Parents, Providers, and visitors: Domain: Health and Safety. Funded Program Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 8.0410/9/2024
8.04(04)(a) — Emergency Drills
Emergency Drills Monthly Emergency Practice Drills. Practice emergency, evacuation, relocation, and lockdown drills shall be held with all groups of children and all Providers from each floor level of the space, at least monthly. Domain: Prevention and Response to Emergencies. Funded Program Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 8.1310/9/2024
8.13(03) — Staff Records
Staff Records Complete and accurate record keeping – staff records Domain: Record Keeping. Funded Program Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 8.1310/9/2024
8.13(01) — Attendance Records
Attendance Records Complete and accurate record keeping- attendance records Domain: Record Keeping. Funded Program Renewal 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)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,511/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: DORCHESTER CENTER
- Capacity: 129
- Type: Private School
- Years in operation: 6
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