Family Daycare 2 years - 12 years 10 children

Serafim De Melo, Beatriz

61 NAUTICAL WAY, Barnstable, MA 02601

10
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 Serafim De Melo, Beatriz

Serafim De Melo, Beatriz is a family daycare located in Barnstable, Massachusetts (02601). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC). Licensed capacity is 10 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 Serafim De Melo, Beatriz 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 Serafim De Melo, Beatriz

Is Serafim De Melo, Beatriz licensed?
Yes — Serafim De Melo, Beatriz 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 Serafim De Melo, Beatriz accept?
Serafim De Melo, Beatriz 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 Serafim De Melo, Beatriz cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, Massachusetts averages about $2300/month for infants and $1640/month for preschool. Contact Serafim De Melo, Beatriz for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Serafim De Melo, Beatriz enroll?
Serafim De Melo, Beatriz has a licensed capacity of 10 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

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