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Hernandez, Guadalupe

Methuen MA 01844 · License #P-175650 · Home-based · Family Child Care

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Capacity 10 childrenLast inspected Mar 9, 2026

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Address: Methuen MA 01844 · Directions
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Hours

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Care & schedule

When they operate

Schedule type not published.

Ages served

Ages not published.

Licensed for 10 children

Violations, past 3 yrs

From inspections (not complaints)

High-risk violations

Serious / high-risk non-compliance

Substantiated complaints

Published by Massachusetts EEC

Inspections, past 3 yrs

Monitoring & assessments

How this facility compares

Violations per inspection, 3-yr

This facility

3.3

Massachusetts average

3.8

Inspection history & violations

Source: Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care

Mar 9, 2026 — Renewal - Enhanced Monitoring Visit

8 violations cited · view state record

8 violations

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Violation
The staff record was reviewed: 1.The staff medical form was missing from the record. 2.PQR#{REDACTED} expired January 12, 2026.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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One progress report was missing.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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The emergency preparedness plan was missing the lockdown procedure.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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The licensor observed two play structures in the backyard that are higher than 18 inches without the appropriate fall zone material.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Staff Records
Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Questions to ask on your tour

Generated from this facility's specific inspection record

1The Mar 9, 2026 inspection noted: “The staff record was reviewed: 1.The staff medical form was missing from the record. 2.PQR#{REDACTED} expired January 12, 2026.” — what has changed since then?
2The Mar 12, 2024 inspection noted: “Evidence of plan for developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities” — what has changed since then?
3The Mar 2, 2023 inspection noted: “Napping Materials” — what has changed since then?

Data synced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care on Jul 10, 2026 · Source records · Report an error

Mar 2, 2023 — Renewal - Full Review Visit

18 violations cited · view state record

18 violations

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Napping Materials
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Refrigerator Temperature
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Ongoing Professional Development
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Annual Registration in Professional Qualifications Registry (PQR)
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
Violation
Violation
No progress report on file for 1 child.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Parent Handbook
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Progress Reports
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Staff Records
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Equipment, materials and furnishings - Play Materials
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor reviewed 10 children’s records. CDC Enrollment Packet does not include the following: 1. Acknowledgement of Receipt of Parent Handbook 2. Permission for the use of Topical Medication/Ointments (sunscreen, bug spray & diapering ointment) Child #1 - Annual Update Form or updated enrollment packet. Child #2 - {REDACTED} test Child #3 - Health Care Provider Information Child #4 - Annual Update Form or updated enrollment packet Child #5 - physical exam and {REDACTED} test Child #8 - Annual Update Form or updated enrollment packet, physical exam and immunizations record Child #9 - {REDACTED} test Child #10 - Annual Update Form or updated enrollment packet, immunizations record and {REDACTED} test
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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The record for Regular Assistant {REDACTED} is missing the following: 1. Copy of current EEC Certificate 2. Copy of CPR & First Aid 3. Copy of Medical Form 4. Attendance Records
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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1. Licensor did not observe the playroom divided in order to accommodate a variety of activities, and to accommodate all children who are present playing individually, together and in small or large groups. 2. Licensor did not observe manipulatives and learning materials visible and readily accessible to the children in care and arranged to promote independent access by children. 3. Licensor did not observe a variety of blocks of different sizes and textures.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Parent Handbook needs to be updated to include: 1. Current license capacity of 10 children 2. Use of Assistants - Assistant name and certificate number 3. Acknowledgement Form to be signed by each parent 4. Program’s address
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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1. Napping materials (mats and blankets) are not stored in a sanitary manner. 2. Playpen with ripped net on one side.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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The refrigerator temperature reads 28 degrees F.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor reviewed the training certificates for the current licensing cycle 2021-2023. The training hours are distributed as follows: 2022 - 17.5 training hours 2021 - 9.5 training hours The educator needs 10 hrs of training in topics related to diverse learners.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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PQR #{REDACTED} Exp. 9/23/2023 The training hours for 2022 and 2023 are not documented under the professional development section on the PQR.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.

May 4, 2022 — Monitoring Visit

20 violations cited · view state record

20 violations

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Children's Records - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Progress Reports
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Nutrition
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Care of young children - Feeding Infants and Toddlers
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Indoor Space - Square Footage (1 - 10 children)
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Space (indoor / outdoor hazards) - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Space (health risks) - R Apr 2025
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Violation
Napping Materials
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Safe Sleep
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Equipment and Materials
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor reviewed 9 children’s records. Findings are listed as follows: No enrollment packet, physical exam and immunizations record on site for 2 children. Record #1: Annual Update Form or updated enrollment packet, updated physical exam, immunizations record and {REDACTED} test Record #3: {REDACTED} test Record #5: Updated physical exam and immunizations record Records #9: Annual Update Form or updated enrollment packet
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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No updated progress reports on file for the children enrolled in the program. The educator reported that she completed the progress reports and gave the original copies to her coordinator.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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At 11:10am, the educator was boiling pasta, using the front burner of the stove while holding an {REDACTED}. The educator was not preparing the food in a safe manner.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor observed an infant in a Fisher-Price Rock 'N Play Baby Sleeper with a bottle prompted over a fluffy blanket.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor observed a futon sofa and a playpen inside of the playroom. The futon sofa and the playpen inside of the playroom affect the square feet of approved activity space for each child when serving 7 to 10 children.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor observed the following safety hazards: 1. Burning candle on top of the kitchen counter.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor observed the educator boiling pasta, using the front burner of the stove while holding an {REDACTED}.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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1. Upon this Licensor's arrival, there were {REDACTED} present. Licensor observed 2 playpens open. The educator reported that one of the playpens was a napping material for a {REDACTED}. At the time there were not enough napping materials available for 3 {REDACTED}. 2. Licensor observed a playpen in use by a {REDACTED} with a hole at the bottom, underneath the mattress. 3. The mattress of the playpens in use were not covered with a fitted sheets.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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Licensor observed a {REDACTED} sleeping on her back inside of a playpen. The mattress of the playpen was covered with a baby quilt and a fluffy blanket. The sleeping environment does not follow the Safe Sleep Practices.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.
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1. Licensor observed an {REDACTED} in a Fisher-Price Recalls Rock 'N Play Baby Sleeper. The equipment had been recalled by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) on 4/12/2019 due to reports of deaths.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Open / not marked corrected.