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Cruz, Francheska

SPRINGFIELD, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$1,663/mo

Contact information

Address9 Shamrock St, Springfield, MA, 01108

CitySPRINGFIELD, MA 01108

Phone(413) 654-0857

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateApril 22, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High3
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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9 Shamrock St, Springfield, MA, 01108, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01108

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Questions to ask on a tour

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

  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away
  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: 2/18/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 7.062/18/2026

    7.06(03)(b), 7.06(03)(a) — Administration

    One child needs a progress report. Please refer the the Regulations and/or the EEC parent handbook for the frequency for the child’s age. Corrective action: I did the progress report for one of the children that needed to be done. Regulation: Content. The progress report must be based on observations and documentation of the child’s progress in a range of activities over time and may include samples of the child’s work., Frequency Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 3/20/2026
  2. High riskStandard 7.042/18/2026

    7.04(07)(a), 7.04(07)(b) — Administration

    One child needs the correct medical exam form and immunizations. Check all enrollment forms for the date of admission, age at admission, physical description, educator’s names on all written parent permission forms for walks, emergency medical first aid/CPR and days/times of participation. Corrective action: I have all these ready. Regulation: information required at admission, including:, Ongoing records, including: Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 3/20/2026
  3. High riskStandard 7.112/18/2026

    7.11(05)(d) — Administration

    Need a instant cold pack for the first aid kit. Corrective action: I ordered a box of instant ice pack and put a couple in the book bag. Regulation: 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: Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 3/20/2026
  4. Medium riskStandard 7.112/18/2026

    7.11(13)(d)(03)(b) — Routine & Activities

    Need a fitted sheet for the playpen. Cots are also used for nap time. Corrective action: I ordered 2 playpen sheets they fit perfectly. Regulation: provide a separate mat, cot, sofa, portacrib, playpen, bassinet or bed, and blanket for each child present at any time during the day; Cited during: Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Corrected 3/20/2026

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

4Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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  • 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

$1,663/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: SPRINGFIELD
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care
  • Years in operation: 1

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