Kidsborough@Hastings
LEXINGTON, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address7 Crosby Road, Lexington, MA, 02421
Phone(781) 918-8543
Operating details
Capacity117
SubsidiesY
License dateAugust 30, 2022
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/29/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High5
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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7 Crosby Road, Lexington, MA, 02421, LEXINGTON, MA 02421
Questions to ask on a tour
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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 health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- 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: 7/29/2025
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 7.047/29/2025
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 operators 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. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.077/29/2025
7.07(02), 7.07(03) — Building Inspection and Fire Inspection
Building Inspection and Fire Inspection 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:, Fire Inspection. Every program not located in a residence must submit evidence of compliance with applicable fire codes. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.047/29/2025
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. Enhanced Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.117/29/2025
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 manufacturers packaging., Unless otherwise specified in a childs 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. Enhanced 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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,162/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: LEXINGTON
- Capacity: 117
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 4
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