Diaz, Keyla
SPRINGFIELD, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address243 Quincy st, Springfield, MA, 01109
Phone(413) 204-4939
Operating details
Capacity10
SubsidiesY
License dateOctober 19, 2021
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/4/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High4
- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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243 Quincy st, Springfield, MA, 01109, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01109
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 9/4/2025
- High2
- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/4/2025
7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)
A part of the fence needs to be secured of sharp edges. Working smoke and carbon detectors. Refrigerator temp is reading 38 degrees. Hot water temp is reading 112.3 degrees. Corrective action: I will secured the fence of all sharp edges by folding the part of the fence that's sharp and adding tape to the area where is folded to make sure there is no sharp edges.. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 9/24/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 7.078/1/2025
7.07(07)(d) — Physical Facility - Outdoors
The fence in the backyard needs to be repaired before it can be used with the children. Corrective action: I will be taking the kids to Pendleton avenue park 200 Pendleton ave Springfield ma 01109 by walking there . The repair will be done as soon as possible.. Regulation: The outdoor play area must be free from hazards including but not limited to: a busy street, a parking lot, poisonous plants, water hazards, debris, broken glass, chipping, peeling or flaking paint, dangerous machinery or tools, and weather-related and environmental hazards or small objects that could present a choking hazard to young children. Any such hazard must be removed or fenced by a sturdy, permanently installed barrier which is at least four feet high or otherwise protected or removed, as appropriate. Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 8/8/2025
2024
- High riskStandard 7.049/17/2024
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Administration
Two children need current lead screening test. Two children need current medical exams. Corrective action: Both children got their lead screening and physical done just wait for parent to get results and bring them in to me. Both parent stated that result will take a week to come in.. Regulation: information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 9/30/2024 - High riskStandard 7.049/17/2024
7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(c), 7.04(05)(b) — Administration
Need copies of one staff's training certificates for their files. Logs of days and hours assistant worked is documented. Corrective action: I have the staff training/ certification and all their paper in their individual binder.. Regulation: 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; Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 9/30/2024 - Medium riskStandard 7.099/17/2024
7.09(04) — Staff and Educators
The educator and one certified assistant needs to add training hours/college courses on the PQRegistry. Corrective action: The educator add the college course in the PQRegistry. The certified assistant add their training hours to the PQRegistry.. Regulation: All educators must register annually with the Department of Early Education and Care in accordance with EEC policies and procedures. Cited during: Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Corrected 9/30/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,808/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: SPRINGFIELD
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 5
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