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Almeida Fernandes, Debora

SPRINGFIELD, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$1,808/mo

Contact information

Address44 Hollywood St, Springfield, MA, 01108

CitySPRINGFIELD, MA 01108

Phone(617) 470-7188

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateNovember 30, 2022

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 10/2/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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44 Hollywood St, Springfield, MA, 01108, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01108

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Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  3. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/2/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High1
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/2/2025

    7.07(10)(l) — Physical Facility - Indoors

    The water temperature measured above 120 degrees Fahrenheit. The educator will ensure to lower and maintain the water temperature below 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Corrective action: Good morning, during my visit on October 2nd, it was pending to fix the water temperature. A thermostat was installed to mix hot water with cold water, preventing the water temperature from rising above 102°F. When it reaches this temperature, it adds more cold water to lower the temperature. Attached is a photo of the thermostat and a video. This thermostat was installed on October 4th.. Regulation: Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Cited during: Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 10/7/2025

2024

  1. High riskStandard 7.0410/8/2024

    7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Administration

    All need updated records and 5 need new emergency form. Corrective action: I sent new forms to the parents and they filled them out and gave me the first page of the enrollment pack and page number 7 of information on the emergency card.. Regulation: information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 10/21/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

5Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,808/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: SPRINGFIELD
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care
  • Years in operation: 4

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