Knight, Juana
DORCHESTER, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address28 Thane St, Dorchester, MA, 02124
Phone(617) 293-0011
Operating details
Capacity10
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 5, 2022
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High11
- Medium-High6
- Medium7
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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28 Thane St, Dorchester, MA, 02124, DORCHESTER, MA 02124
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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/2/2026
- High8
- Medium-High4
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 3.061/2/2026
3.06(04)(k) — Medication
Medication The licensee shall have written policies and procedures regarding the prescription and administration of all medication. These policies and procedures shall include the following: Domain: Health/Medications. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.041/2/2026
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 7.041/2/2026
7.04(14)(c) — Required Postings - Child Specific
Required Postings - Child Specific in a manner that protects the privacy of each child: Domain: Postings. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.071/2/2026
7.07(10)(p) — Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Carbon Monoxide Detectors 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. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.111/2/2026
7.11(07) — Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Preparedness Emergency Preparedness Domain: Health and Safety. Renewal - Full Review Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- High riskStandard 7.0411/14/2024
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Children's Records - R Apr 2025 information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.1111/14/2024
7.11(05)(d) — First Aid Kit
First Aid Kit The licensee must ensure that the following are easily and readily available at all times, and accompany the children anytime they leave the facility in the care of staff: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0611/14/2024
7.06(03)(b), 7.06(03)(a) — Progress Reports
Progress Reports Content. The progress report must be based on observations and documentation of the childs progress in a range of activities over time and may include samples of the childs work., Frequency Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0911/14/2024
7.09(15)(f) — Ongoing Professional Development
Ongoing Professional Development Professional Development. Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0411/14/2024
7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.04(04)(a)(02) — Attendance Logs
Attendance Logs daily attendance records indicating each childs attendance, including arrival and departure times;, a method of knowing exactly who is present on the premises at any given point in the day. Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.0511/14/2024
7.05(02) — Interactions with Children
Interactions with Children Educators must be nurturing and responsive to children by: Domain: Interactions. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.0711/14/2024
7.07(10) — Indoor Hazards
Indoor Hazards 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. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.0711/14/2024
7.07(06) — Chipping and Peeling Paint
Chipping and Peeling Paint Chipping and Peeling Paint. The licensee must maintain the interior and exterior of the program in good repair, free of chipping, flaking, or peeling paint or broken plaster. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.0711/14/2024
7.07(10)(l) — Water Temperature
Water Temperature Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.0611/14/2024
7.06(01)(b), 7.06(01)(a) — Curriculum / Routine / Structure - R Apr 2025
Curriculum / Routine / Structure - R Apr 2025 The licensee must have evidence of a plan describing how program activities support and engage children through specific learning experiences. Such plan must be appropriate to the ages and development of the children served, to the length of the program day and to the program objectives. As appropriate, children must participate in the development of the plan, and the plan must provide for:, The licensee must provide a well-balanced curriculum of specific, planned learning experiences that support the social, emotional, physical, intellectual and language development of all children. The curriculum must: Domain: Routine & Activities. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.1111/14/2024
7.11(13)(d)(03)(b) — Napping Materials
Napping Materials provide a separate mat, cot, sofa, portacrib, playpen, bassinet or bed, and blanket for each child present at any time during the day; Domain: Routine & Activities. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High risk11/13/2024
Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation
Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified Domain: Complaint investigation. Complaint Investigation. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
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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
$1,808/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: DORCHESTER
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 4
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