Northwest Childcare and Development Center

LEOMINSTER, MACenter-based CareLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity76
Est. price$2,146/mo

Contact information

Address194 Arlington Street, Leominster, MA, 01453

CityLEOMINSTER, MA 01453

Phone(978) 534-5163

Operating details

Capacity76

SubsidiesY

License dateMay 20, 2024

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 11/26/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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194 Arlington Street, Leominster, MA, 01453, LEOMINSTER, MA 01453

Questions to ask on a tour

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  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. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/26/2025

  • High3
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. High risk11/26/2025

    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 Domain: Complaint investigation. Complaint Investigation. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  2. High risk11/21/2025

    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 Domain: Complaint investigation. Complaint Investigation. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. Medium riskStandard 7.1111/19/2025

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

    Not corrected
  4. Medium riskStandard 7.1011/19/2025

    7.10(09)(a)(03)

    Each child must be assigned to a consistent group with consistent staffing. Domain: Staff and Educators. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 7.0711/19/2025

    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
  6. Medium-High riskStandard 7.1111/19/2025

    7.11(03) — Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP)

    Individual Health Care Plan (IHCP) Individual Health Care Plans The licensee must maintain as part of a child’s 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 child’s health if the treatment is not administered. Domain: Health. Monitoring Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. High risk5/23/2025

    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

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

7Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$2,146/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: LEOMINSTER
  • Capacity: 76
  • Type: Center-based Care
  • Years in operation: 2

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