Licensed Center 2 years - 12 years 36 children

Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport

447 MERRIMAC ST, Newburyport, MA 01950

36
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 Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport

Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport is a licensed center located in Newburyport, Massachusetts (01950). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Licensed capacity is 36 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 Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport 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 Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport

Is Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport licensed?
Yes — Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport 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 Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport accept?
Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport 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 Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Massachusetts averages about $2300/month for infants and $1640/month for preschool. Contact Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport enroll?
Community Action, Inc.headstart At Newburyport has a licensed capacity of 36 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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