Licensed Center 2 years - 12 years 87 children

Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst

21 CLUBHOUSE DR, Amherst, MA 01003

87
Capacity
2 years - 12 years
Age range
1:3
State infant ratio
$2,300/mo
Massachusetts avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst

Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst is a licensed center located in Amherst, Massachusetts (01003). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Licensed capacity is 87 children.

Cost & subsidies in Massachusetts

Statewide averages: $2,300/month infant, $1,640/month preschool. Most Massachusetts families qualify for assistance through EEC Child Care Financial Assistance (intake: (617) 988-6600).

Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.

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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst and any other licensed provider:

  • Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
  • Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
  • Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
  • Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
  • Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
  • Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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Frequently asked questions about Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst

Is Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst licensed?
Yes — Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst holds a current Massachusetts child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst accept?
Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst serves 2 years - 12 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Massachusetts averages about $2300/month for infants and $1640/month for preschool. Contact Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst enroll?
Center For Early Education And Care - Umass/amherst has a licensed capacity of 87 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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