AlphaBEST @ Marguerite E. Small Elementary School
WEST YARMOUTH, MA·Center-based CareLicensed
Contact information
Address440 Higgins Crowell Road, West Yarmouth, MA, 02673
Phone(508) 277-5859
Operating details
Capacity39
SubsidiesY
License dateOctober 21, 2024
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/25/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:
440 Higgins Crowell Road, West Yarmouth, MA, 02673, WEST YARMOUTH, MA 02673
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/25/2025
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- Medium-Low0
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2025
- High riskStandard 7.042/25/2025
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
2024
- Medium riskStandard 7.1012/13/2024
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
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,188/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: WEST YARMOUTH
- Capacity: 39
- Type: Center-based Care
- Years in operation: 2
What parents actually pay
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