123 GROW CHILD CENTER, INC.

2025

1. Medium riskStandard 7.0711/17/2025

   7.07(06) — Physical Space Paint

   Physical Space 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 - Outdoors. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0711/17/2025

   7.07(07)(d), 7.07(13)(g) — Toxic Substances

   Toxic Substances 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., Educators must ensure that all hazardous objects, including but not limited to matches, lighters, toxic materials, sharp objects, plastic bags and purses are locked or inaccessible to children. Domain: Health. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
3. High riskStandard 7.0611/17/2025

   7.06(01)(a)(01), 7.06(01)(b)(03), 7.07(16)(c)(05), 7.06(01)(b)(14), 7.04(07)(a)(08), 7.06(01)(b)(09) — Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills

   Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills be developmentally and linguistically appropriate;, opportunities for children to participate in a variety of creative activities, such as art, music, literature, dramatic play and science, encouraging exploration, experimentation and discovery;, Indoor play areas must be clearly defined by spatial arrangement reflecting the variety of creative activities required by 606 CMR 7.06(1)(b)3., in programs serving infants and toddlers, opportunities for infants and toddlers to move freely and achieve mastery of their bodies through self-initiated movement, including multiple opportunities to practice emerging skills in coordination, movement, balance, and perceptual-motor integration., written parental consent for older school age children to leave the program for any reason, including consent for the specific activity, time, and method of transportation, and acknowledgement of parental responsibility for the child once s/he leaves the program;, opportunities that foster the development of independence and responsibility in children by encouraging decision-making, choices and independent time, as appropriate and with parent’s consent, as required by 606 CMR 7.04(7)(a)8; Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
4. Medium riskStandard 7.079/25/2025

   7.07(06) — Physical Space Paint

   Physical Space 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 - Outdoors. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
5. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/25/2025

   7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Space (indoor / outdoor hazards)

   Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) 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. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
6. Medium-High riskStandard 7.119/25/2025

   7.11(12)(d) — Changing table or diapering area not used for any other purpose

   Changing table or diapering area not used for any other purpose a common changing table or diapering surface is not used for any other purpose; Domain: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
7. Medium-High riskStandard 7.119/25/2025

   7.11(10)(c), 7.11(10)(d), 7.11(10)(f), 7.11(10)(g), 7.11(10)(h), 7.11(10)(i), 7.11(10)(j), 7.11(10)(m), 7.11(10)(l) — Infection Control/Hand Washing

   Infection Control/Hand Washing The licensee must ensure that educators and children wash their hands with liquid soap and running water, using friction, in accordance with DPH guidelines. Hands must be dried with individual or disposable towels or automatic hand blow-dryers. The use of common towels is prohibited. Educators and children must wash their hands at least at the following times:, In addition, educators must wash their hands:, The licensee must ensure that equipment, materials, items or surfaces (including floors, walls and clothing used for dramatic play) are washed with soap and water and disinfected as needed to maintain a sanitary environment., All floors used by children must be swept and/or vacuumed daily., All eating surfaces must be washed and disinfected before and after each use., Where applicable, the following items, equipment and surfaces must be washed and disinfected after each use:, Toys mouthed by children must be set aside and stored after each use and may not be used by another child until they are washed and disinfected., The following must be washed and disinfected at least weekly:, The following items must be monitored for cleanliness and washed and disinfected at least daily: Domain: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
8. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/25/2025

   7.07(07)(d), 7.07(13)(g) — Toxic Substances

   Toxic Substances 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., Educators must ensure that all hazardous objects, including but not limited to matches, lighters, toxic materials, sharp objects, plastic bags and purses are locked or inaccessible to children. Domain: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
9. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/25/2025

   7.07(01), 7.11(07)(h) — Emergency Evacuation

   Emergency Evacuation The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions., The educator must hold practice evacuation drills with all groups of children and all educators from each floor level of the approved space at least monthly. Drills must be held during different times of the program day, and must use alternative exits. The educator must document the date, time, exit route used, number of children evacuated and effectiveness of each drill. Domain: Emergency Preparedness. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

   Not corrected
10. Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/25/2025

    7.07(13)(d), 7.07(01), 7.07(02), 7.07(10) — Indoor Space

    Indoor Space All play equipment, fences and structures must be free of entrapment hazards., The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions., 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:, 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. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
11. Medium riskStandard 7.069/25/2025

    7.06(01)(c)(03) — Equipment and materials visible, available, accessible

    Equipment and materials visible, available, accessible materials and equipment are visible and readily accessible to the children in care and are arranged to promote independent access by children; Domain: Equipments and Materials. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
12. High riskStandard 7.069/25/2025

    7.06(01)(a)(01), 7.06(01)(b)(03), 7.07(16)(c)(05), 7.06(01)(b)(14), 7.04(07)(a)(08), 7.06(01)(b)(09) — Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills

    Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills be developmentally and linguistically appropriate;, opportunities for children to participate in a variety of creative activities, such as art, music, literature, dramatic play and science, encouraging exploration, experimentation and discovery;, Indoor play areas must be clearly defined by spatial arrangement reflecting the variety of creative activities required by 606 CMR 7.06(1)(b)3., in programs serving infants and toddlers, opportunities for infants and toddlers to move freely and achieve mastery of their bodies through self-initiated movement, including multiple opportunities to practice emerging skills in coordination, movement, balance, and perceptual-motor integration., written parental consent for older school age children to leave the program for any reason, including consent for the specific activity, time, and method of transportation, and acknowledgement of parental responsibility for the child once s/he leaves the program;, opportunities that foster the development of independence and responsibility in children by encouraging decision-making, choices and independent time, as appropriate and with parent’s consent, as required by 606 CMR 7.04(7)(a)8; Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
13. Medium riskStandard 7.069/25/2025

    7.06(01)(c)(05) — Space includes small quiet area

    Space includes small quiet area the approved space includes a small, quiet area that is inviting to children, visible to staff, and easily accessible to a child who seeks or needs time alone. Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
14. High riskStandard 7.049/25/2025

    7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.10(01), 7.10(02), 7.10(03), 7.10(04), 7.10(09) — Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios

    Attendance Recording and Group Sizes/Ratios daily attendance records indicating each child’s attendance, including arrival and departure times;, The licensee must maintain sufficient numbers of qualified staff to promote the health, safety, growth and development of each child. Assignment of staff must take into account the physical environment, requirements of the activities children are engaged in, and the developmental levels and behavioral traits of children in care., Ratios: The program must have the number of educators necessary to:, Staff to Be Included in Ratios., Multi-Age Grouping. A group of children ranging in age from birth through thirteen years (or sixteen years, if such children have special needs), may be assigned on an ongoing basis to a single group, provided all provisions of 606 CMR 7.10(4) are met. The Multi-Age Grouping ratios and group sizes specified at 606 CMR 7.10(4)(d – h) may be used by:, Additional Provisions for Large Group and School Age Child Care. Domain: Care of Children. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
15. Medium riskStandard 7.059/25/2025

    7.05(05), 7.05(06), 7.05(08) — Child Guidance & Interactions

    Child Guidance & Interactions Educators must provide guidance to children in a positive and consistent way based on an understanding of the individual needs and development of children by:, Educators must have a method of communicating effectively with each child., The following practices are strictly prohibited: Domain: Care of Children. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
16. High riskStandard 7.049/25/2025

    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 operator’s 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. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
17. High riskStandard 7.049/25/2025

    7.04(07), 7.04(08)(b), 7.06(05)(b), 7.10(09)(a)(05) — Children's Records

    Children's Records Children’s Records. The licensee must maintain an individual written record for each child that includes:, For school age children, the licensee may accept either:, The licensee must obtain parental consent prior to contacting any outside social, educational or health care resource or service provider on behalf of an individual child. If such direct contacts are made by the program, the licensee must maintain a written record of such contacts and the results of such contacts., Whenever a child is considered for assignment in a fixed age group outside his chronologically defined age group, the licensee must: Domain: Administration. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
18. High risk7/15/2025

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, 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
19. High risk7/1/2025

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation

    Non-compliance identified during complaint investigation No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, No death, serious injury, or child abuse identified, 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
20. Medium riskStandard 7.064/28/2025

    7.06(01)(c)(03) — Equipment and materials visible, available, accessible

    Equipment and materials visible, available, accessible materials and equipment are visible and readily accessible to the children in care and are arranged to promote independent access by children; Domain: Equipments and Materials. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
21. Medium riskStandard 7.114/28/2025

    7.11(13)(d)(04)(a) — Cots/cribs at least 2 feet apart or children's faces at least 3 feet apart

    Cots/cribs at least 2 feet apart or children's faces at least 3 feet apart there is a distance of at least two feet between each crib or cot, or there is a distance of at least three feet between children’s faces while resting or napping; Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
22. Medium-High riskStandard 7.074/28/2025

    7.07(07)(d), 7.07(13)(g) — Toxic Substances

    Toxic Substances 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., Educators must ensure that all hazardous objects, including but not limited to matches, lighters, toxic materials, sharp objects, plastic bags and purses are locked or inaccessible to children. Domain: Health. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
23. Medium-High riskStandard 7.074/28/2025

    7.07(13)(d), 7.07(01), 7.07(02), 7.07(10) — Indoor Space

    Indoor Space All play equipment, fences and structures must be free of entrapment hazards., The licensee must ensure that the physical facilities are safe, clean, in good repair and free from hazards and clutter. The licensee must monitor the environment daily to identify and remove or repair any hazards that may cause injury to children. Exits and evacuation routes must be kept clear of obstructions., 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:, 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. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
24. High riskStandard 7.064/28/2025

    7.06(01)(a)(01), 7.06(01)(b)(03), 7.07(16)(c)(05), 7.06(01)(b)(14), 7.04(07)(a)(08), 7.06(01)(b)(09) — Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills

    Opportunities to foster independence and self help skills be developmentally and linguistically appropriate;, opportunities for children to participate in a variety of creative activities, such as art, music, literature, dramatic play and science, encouraging exploration, experimentation and discovery;, Indoor play areas must be clearly defined by spatial arrangement reflecting the variety of creative activities required by 606 CMR 7.06(1)(b)3., in programs serving infants and toddlers, opportunities for infants and toddlers to move freely and achieve mastery of their bodies through self-initiated movement, including multiple opportunities to practice emerging skills in coordination, movement, balance, and perceptual-motor integration., written parental consent for older school age children to leave the program for any reason, including consent for the specific activity, time, and method of transportation, and acknowledgement of parental responsibility for the child once s/he leaves the program;, opportunities that foster the development of independence and responsibility in children by encouraging decision-making, choices and independent time, as appropriate and with parent’s consent, as required by 606 CMR 7.04(7)(a)8; Domain: Curriculum and Activities. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
25. High riskStandard 7.104/28/2025

    7.10(09)(b), 7.10(09)(b)(06) — Staff:child ratios and groupings: Fixed; School Age

    Staff:child ratios and groupings: Fixed; School Age Fixed Age Groups. Children may be assigned to groups with others within their same age range, as specified by the Department provided the requirements of 606 CMR 7.10(9)(b)1-6 are met. The fixed age group ratios and groupings below may be used by large group and school age child care programs., Age Group / Full or Half Day Program: School Age Maximum Group Size: 26 Educator / Child Ratio: 1:13 Educator Qualifications: At least 1 Group Leader, per 7.09(19)(a)(02) Domain: Classroom. Monitoring Outside Differential Licensing Cycle Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected