Gonzalez, Luz M

HOLYOKE, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

3.8based on state inspection data
Capacity8
Est. price$1,808/mo

Contact information

Address44 Gilman St, Holyoke, MA, 01040

CityHOLYOKE, MA 01040

Phone(413) 331-9412

Operating details

Capacity8

SubsidiesY

License dateMay 1, 2024

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/26/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

Join the waitlist

Not ready to tour? Get on the waitlist and we'll notify the center you're interested.

Location

Using Address for Location

Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:

44 Gilman St, Holyoke, MA, 01040, HOLYOKE, MA 01040

Questions to ask on a tour

Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.

  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  4. 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: 2/26/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 7.072/26/2026

    7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

    Hot water was 126 degrees. Mouthwash in the bathroom accessible to children. Corrective action: Ayer mismo se corrigio y se bajo la temperatura del agua.. Regulation: 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 child’s 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. Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 2/27/2026
  2. Medium riskStandard 7.072/26/2026

    7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

    Radiator covers allow the children access to the radiator. Corrective action: se ordeno online los covers para terminar de tapar el area que queda descubierta por la parte de atras,. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 2/27/2026
  3. Medium riskStandard 7.112/26/2026

    7.11(12) — Routine & Activities

    Not using a disposable cover washing and disinfecting. Corrective action: Durante la tarde de ayer se compraron los disposable cover y se preparo la solucion desinfectante con agua y clorox.. Regulation: Diapering and Toileting. In programs serving children who are under two years and nine months of age and/or not toilet trained, the educator must ensure that: Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 2/27/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High risk3/25/2025

    H&S 6(B), 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) — Health

    It was observed that the educator did not have the children wash their hands before snack. Corrective action: se corrigio hoy mismo, antes del lunch los niños fueron llevados a lavarse las manos y asi lo continuare haciendo.. Regulation: When to Wash Hands: Children and staff must wash their hands or use hand sanitizer often, making sure to wash all surfaces of their hands (e.g., front and back, wrists, between fingers). Reinforce to staff and children that they must be regularly washing their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds when the following criteria are met:, 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: Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 3/31/2025
  2. Medium-High riskStandard 7.073/25/2025

    7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

    There were cleaning supplies in the bathroom and kitchen within the reach of the children. Corrective action: se le pusieron seguros a las puertas...son unas piezas de seguridad para cuando hay niños pequeños en el hogar.. Regulation: 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 child’s 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. Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 3/31/2025
  3. Medium riskStandard 7.073/25/2025

    7.07(07), 7.07(10) — Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor)

    Tools on back porch within reach of the children. Corrective action: Los articulos fueron removidos a un lugar mas seguro y fuera del alcance de los niños.. Regulation: 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. Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 3/31/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

6Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:

  • 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

$1,808/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: HOLYOKE
  • Capacity: 8
  • Type: Family Child Care
  • Years in operation: 2

What parents actually pay

No parent-reported prices yet. If your child attends here, you can be the first to add one.

Add what you pay

Anonymous. One report per family. It helps other parents budget honestly.

Parent Reviews

More daycares in HOLYOKE, MA