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ABINGTON, MAFamily Child CareLicensed

2.2based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$1,663/mo

Contact information

Address82 Wales St, Abington, MA, 02351

CityABINGTON, MA 02351

Phone(857) 258-9763

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesN

License dateJuly 17, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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82 Wales St, Abington, MA, 02351, ABINGTON, MA 02351

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  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. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/27/2026

  • High7
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High riskStandard 7.115/27/2026

    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
  2. High riskStandard 7.065/27/2026

    7.06(03)(b), 7.06(03)(a) — Progress Reports

    Progress Reports 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 Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  3. High riskStandard 7.085/27/2026

    7.08(06) — Parent Handbook

    Parent Handbook Written Information for Parents. The licensee must provide the following information to families in writing prior to enrollment of their child: Domain: Administration. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  4. High riskStandard 7.045/27/2026

    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
  5. High riskStandard 7.115/27/2026

    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
  6. High riskStandard 7.045/27/2026

    7.04(04)(a)(01), 7.04(04)(a)(02) — Attendance Logs

    Attendance Logs daily attendance records indicating each child’s 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. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  7. Medium riskStandard 7.055/27/2026

    7.05(08), 7.05(05) — Child Guidance

    Child Guidance The following practices are strictly prohibited:, Educators must provide guidance to children in a positive and consistent way based on an understanding of the individual needs and development of children by: Domain: Interactions. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  8. Medium-High riskStandard 7.115/27/2026

    7.11(10)(c), 7.11(10)(l) — Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases

    Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases 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:, The following items must be monitored for cleanliness and washed and disinfected at least daily: Domain: Health & Safety. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 7.075/27/2026

    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
  10. Medium riskStandard 7.075/27/2026

    7.07(10)(a) — Licensed Space

    Licensed Space Child care must be provided only in space approved by the Department. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  11. Medium-High riskStandard 7.075/27/2026

    7.07(13), 7.07(13)(g), 7.11(02)(e) — Space (health risks) - 1

    Space (health risks) - 1 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. Domain: Physical Space (Indoor & Outdoor). Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  12. Medium riskStandard 7.065/27/2026

    7.06(01)(b), 7.06(01)(a) — Curriculum / Routine / Structure

    Curriculum / Routine / Structure The licensee must have evidence of a plan describing how program activities support and engage children through specific learning experiences. Such plan must be appropriate to the ages and development of the children served, to the length of the program day and to the program objectives. As appropriate, children must participate in the development of the plan, and the plan must provide for:, The licensee must provide a well-balanced curriculum of specific, planned learning experiences that support the social, emotional, physical, intellectual and language development of all children. The curriculum must: Domain: Routine & Activities. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  13. High riskStandard 7.105/27/2026

    7.10(05)(a), 7.11(13)(e) — Safe Sleep

    Safe Sleep Children younger than six months of age at the time of enrollment must be under direct visual supervision at all times, including while napping, during the first six weeks they are in care., Programs serving infants must: Domain: Routine & Activities. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  14. Medium riskStandard 7.115/27/2026

    7.11(13)(d)(03)(b) — Napping Materials

    Napping Materials provide a separate mat, cot, sofa, portacrib, playpen, bassinet or bed, and blanket for each child present at any time during the day; Domain: Routine & Activities. Progress Visit. Source: MA EEC child care provider record (childcare.mass.gov).

    Not corrected
  15. Medium riskStandard 7.115/27/2026

    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.

15Total Violations
15Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • 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

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

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