Serafim de Melo, Beatriz
BARNSTABLE, MA·Family Child CareLicensed
Contact information
Address61 NAUTICAL WAY, Barnstable, MA, 02601
Phone(508) 367-7419
Operating details
Capacity10
SubsidiesY
License dateMay 21, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 5/5/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High7
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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61 NAUTICAL WAY, Barnstable, MA, 02601, BARNSTABLE, MA 02601
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/5/2026
- High10
- Medium-High7
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High riskStandard 7.115/5/2026
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 7.095/5/2026
7.09(04) — Annual Registration in Professional Qualifications Registry (PQR)
Annual Registration in Professional Qualifications Registry (PQR) All educators must register annually with the Department of Early Education and Care in accordance with EEC policies and procedures. Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.045/5/2026
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 - Medium riskStandard 7.115/5/2026
7.11(16) — Pets licensed / vaccinated / safe
Pets licensed / vaccinated / safe Requirements for Pets. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.125/5/2026
7.12(08) — Refrigerator Temperature
Refrigerator Temperature The licensee must provide refrigeration and storage for food at not less than 32? F, nor more than 40? F for all food requiring refrigeration. Meals and snacks provided by parents must be stored safely. Thermometers verifying temperatures must be maintained in all refrigerators. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.075/5/2026
7.07(01), 7.07(15)(b)(01) — Exit Safety - 1
Exit Safety - 1 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., Family child care homes must have at least two separate exits to the outside, approved by the Department. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.115/5/2026
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
2025
- Medium-High riskStandard 7.0710/7/2025
7.07(13) — Equipment, materials and furnishings - Play Materials
Equipment, materials and furnishings - Play Materials 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. Domain: Equipments and Materials. License Upgrade Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0410/7/2025
7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.04(04)(a)(02) — Attendance Logs
Attendance Logs daily attendance records indicating each childs attendance, including arrival and departure times;, a method of knowing exactly who is present on the premises at any given point in the day. Domain: Administration. License Upgrade Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.0410/7/2025
7.04(07), 7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Children's Records
Children's Records Childrens Records. The licensee must maintain an individual written record for each child that includes:, information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Domain: Administration. License Upgrade Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.119/2/2025
7.11(16) — Pets licensed/vaccinated/safe
Pets licensed/vaccinated/safe Requirements for Pets. Domain: Health and Safety. Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/2/2025
7.07(10)(l) — Water Temperature
Water Temperature Water Temperature. The licensee must provide running water in sinks used by children. Water temperature must not exceed 120 F. Domain: Physical Facility - Indoors. Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.079/2/2025
7.07(07)(d) — Outdoor Playspace - Hazards
Outdoor Playspace - Hazards 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. Domain: Physical Facility - Outdoors. Change of Location Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - High riskStandard 7.046/12/2025
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 7.116/12/2025
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 7.126/12/2025
7.12(08) — Refrigerator Temperature
Refrigerator Temperature The licensee must provide refrigeration and storage for food at not less than 32? F, nor more than 40? F for all food requiring refrigeration. Meals and snacks provided by parents must be stored safely. Thermometers verifying temperatures must be maintained in all refrigerators. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.076/12/2025
7.07(01), 7.07(15)(b)(01) — Exit Safety - 1
Exit Safety - 1 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., Family child care homes must have at least two separate exits to the outside, approved by the Department. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).
Not corrected - Medium-High riskStandard 7.076/12/2025
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 - Medium riskStandard 7.116/12/2025
7.11(12) — Diapering & Toileting
Diapering & Toileting 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: Domain: Routine & Activities. 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)
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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: BARNSTABLE
- Capacity: 10
- Type: Family Child Care
- Years in operation: 2
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