Melo Matos, Eddelyn
BROCKTON, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address65 Stephen Dr, Brockton, MA, 02302
Phone(857) 928-3415
Operating details
Capacity6
SubsidiesY
License dateApril 1, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/3/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High9
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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65 Stephen Dr, Brockton, MA, 02302, BROCKTON, MA 02302
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
- 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: 3/3/2026
- High9
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 7.043/3/2026
7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.043/3/2026
7.04(14)(c) — Required Postings - Child Specific
Required Postings - Child Specific in a manner that protects the privacy of each child: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.113/3/2026
7.11(07) — Emergency Preparedness
Emergency Preparedness Emergency Preparedness Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.113/3/2026
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 7.063/3/2026
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 7.083/3/2026
7.08(06) — Parent Handbook
Parent Handbook Written Information for Parents. The licensee must provide the following information to families in writing prior to enrollment of their child: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.113/3/2026
7.11(02)(l)(01)
Type of Medication: All Prescription Written Parental Consent Required: Yes Health Care Practitioner Authorization Required: Yes. Must be in original container with original label containing the name of the child affixed. Logging Required: Yes, including name of child, dosage, date, time, & staff signature. Missed doses must also be noted along with the reason(s) why the dose was missed. Domain: Health and Safety. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.113/3/2026
7.11(10)(c)
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: Domain: Infection Control. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-Low riskStandard 7.043/3/2026
7.04(04)(a)(01)
daily attendance records indicating each childs attendance, including arrival and departure times; Domain: Review of Written Materials. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.073/3/2026
7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Space (health risks) - 1
Space (health risks) - 1 Safety Requirements for Equipment, Materials and Furnishings. The licensee must only use indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, furnishings, toys, and games that are appropriate to the ages, needs and developmental level of the children enrolled. They must be sturdy, safely constructed and installed, non-tippable, flame retardant, easily cleaned, and free from lead paint, protruding nails, rust, and other hazards that may be dangerous to children., 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., Unless otherwise specified in a childs individual health care plan, the educator must store all medications out of the reach of children and under proper conditions for sanitation, preservation, security and safety during the time the children are in care and during the transportation of children. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium riskStandard 7.113/3/2026
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 risk2/10/2026
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
2025
- High riskStandard 7.044/24/2025
7.04(14)(c) — Required Postings - Child Specific - R Apr 2025
Required Postings - Child Specific - R Apr 2025 in a manner that protects the privacy of each child: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.084/24/2025
7.08(06) — Parent Handbook
Parent Handbook Written Information for Parents. The licensee must provide the following information to families in writing prior to enrollment of their child: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.074/24/2025
7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Space (health risks) - 1
Space (health risks) - 1 Safety Requirements for Equipment, Materials and Furnishings. The licensee must only use indoor and outdoor equipment, materials, furnishings, toys, and games that are appropriate to the ages, needs and developmental level of the children enrolled. They must be sturdy, safely constructed and installed, non-tippable, flame retardant, easily cleaned, and free from lead paint, protruding nails, rust, and other hazards that may be dangerous to children., 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., Unless otherwise specified in a childs individual health care plan, the educator must store all medications out of the reach of children and under proper conditions for sanitation, preservation, security and safety during the time the children are in care and during the transportation of children. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.074/24/2025
7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - 1
Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - 1 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). Progress 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.
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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: BROCKTON
- Capacity: 6
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 2
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