LEAP at Avery
DEDHAM, MA·Public SchoolLicensed
Contact information
Address100 Whiting Avenue, Dedham, MA, 02026
CityDEDHAM, MA 02026
Phone(781) 310-1014
Operating details
Capacity91
SubsidiesY
License dateSeptember 6, 2023
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/21/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High3
- Medium2
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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100 Whiting Avenue, Dedham, MA, 02026, DEDHAM, MA 02026
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- 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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2025
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2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 8.045/21/2025
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-High riskStandard 8.055/21/2025
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 Program Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 8.065/21/2025
8.06(01)(a) — Certifications and Inspections - Building Inspection
Certifications and Inspections - Building Inspection Building Inspection. Every Program that is not located in a residence and every Program that serves more than ten children shall provide a certificate of inspection from the Department of Public Safety or the local building inspector certifying that the facility complies with the applicable 780 CMR: The State Building Code. Domain: Building and Physical Premises Safety. Funded Program Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 8.135/21/2025
8.13(02) — Children's Records
Children's Records Complete and accurate record keeping- children’s records Domain: Record Keeping. Funded Program Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 8.135/21/2025
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
2024
- Medium-Low riskStandard 8.1310/15/2024
8.13(02) — Children's Records
Children's Records Complete and accurate record keeping- children’s records Domain: Record Keeping. Funded Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 8.1310/15/2024
8.13(03) — Staff Records
Staff Records Complete and accurate record keeping – staff records Domain: Record Keeping. Funded 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.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,227/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: DEDHAM
- Capacity: 91
- Type: Public School
- Years in operation: 3
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