Scalliwags Preschool
WELLESLEY, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address445 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481
Phone(781) 328-1616
Operating details
Capacity20
SubsidiesY
License dateAugust 19, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/30/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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445 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA, 02481, WELLESLEY, MA 02481
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- 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
- 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: 1/30/2025
- High5
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High riskStandard 7.041/30/2025
7.04(07) — Children's records and checklist - R Apr 2025
Children's records and checklist - R Apr 2025 Childrens Records. The licensee must maintain an individual written record for each child that includes: Domain: Administration. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.111/30/2025
7.11(10)(o), 7.11(10)(n), 7.11(10)(j), 7.11(10)(i), 7.11(10)(h) — Proper sanitizing techniques; Bottles labeled and out of children's reach
Proper sanitizing techniques; Bottles labeled and out of children's reach All disinfectant solutions must be stored in accordance with manufacturers instructions and in a secure place out of the reach of children., The disinfectant solution used to disinfect child care items, equipment and surfaces must be either a bleach solution prepared by the licensee in accordance with EEC guidelines or a commercially prepared disinfectant that has been registered as a sanitizing solution by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Registration by the EPA will be indicated on the product label. Commercially prepared solutions must be used in accordance with manufacturers directions., 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., Where applicable, the following items, equipment and surfaces must be washed and disinfected after each use:, All eating surfaces must be washed and disinfected before and after each use. Domain: Health. Provisional License Renewal Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected
2024
- High riskStandard 1.0512/4/2024
1.05(02), 7.04(18)(c)(05) — Staff BRC - R Sep 2025
Staff BRC - R Sep 2025 Employees of Group Day Care, School Age, Residential Programs, and Agencies Offering Child Placement and Adoption Services, evidence of completed background record checks, as required by 606 CMR 1.05(2) and 606 CMR 14.00; Domain: Administration. Provisional License 90-day Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0412/4/2024
7.04(07), 7.04(08)(b), 7.06(05)(b), 7.10(09)(a)(05) — Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Children's Records - R Apr 2025 Childrens 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. Provisional License 90-day Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0412/4/2024
7.04(05)(a), 7.04(05)(b), 7.04(05)(c), 7.09(09) — Staff Records - R Apr 2025
Staff Records - R Apr 2025 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. Provisional License 90-day Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.1012/4/2024
7.10(08)(b)(02), 7.09(05) — Staff Schedule/Qualifications - R Sep 2025
Staff Schedule/Qualifications - R Sep 2025 the Licensee must keep the schedule current and posted in an area easily visible to educators, parents and visitors., All educators must possess the qualifications required for their positions in accordance with EEC regulations. Domain: Care of Children. Provisional License 90-day Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.1112/4/2024
7.11(03) — Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025
Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) - R Apr 2025 Individual Health Care Plans The licensee must maintain as part of a childs record, an individual health care plan for each child with a chronic medical condition, which has been diagnosed by a licensed health care practitioner. The plan must describe the chronic condition, its symptoms, any medical treatment that may be necessary while the child is in care, the potential side effects of that treatment, and the potential consequences to the childs health if the treatment is not administered. Domain: Health. Provisional License 90-day 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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Estimated monthly cost
$1,574/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: WELLESLEY
- Capacity: 20
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 2
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