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Magical Beginnings Essex

1 Scott’s Way, Essex, MA 019295.0· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
88
open each week
5 days
year first licensed
2023

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About Magical Beginnings Essex

Magical Beginnings Essex is a licensed child care center in Essex, Massachusetts. The state has licensed it since September 25, 2023, for up to 88 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.

Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes its inspection reports on its own website; the link is in the inspections section below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: 8 weeks to 5 years old
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and teacher qualifications.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Licensed capacity
88 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Mon-Fri 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: 8 weeks to 5 years old
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based, STEM / STEAM
CurriculumHandwriting Without Tears
Daily lifeParents pack food
SafetySecure entry & exit systems using state-of-the-art fingerprint recognition, Cameras / live video for parents (Surveillance cameras monitored within the center)
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Parent updatesParent app (Class Dojo)
Licensed capacity88 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Magical Beginnings Essex has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Magical Beginnings Essex

Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
Center-based Care license
Capacity
88 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
First licensed
2023
License number
#P-262393
See the state's record

Inspections

Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.

Massachusetts publishes its inspection reports on its own site. Read them there.

Copied from Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care on October 2, 2026. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Magical Beginnings Essex

Is Magical Beginnings Essex licensed?

Yes. Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care lists it as licensed and operating, first licensed September 25, 2023.

Does Magical Beginnings Essex have inspection violations?

Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care publishes inspection reports on its own website; we have not added them to this page yet. Use the link below to read them there.

How many children can Magical Beginnings Essex care for?

88, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.

Does Magical Beginnings Essex accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Magical Beginnings Essex's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Magical Beginnings Essex cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (978) 768-6287 to ask.

What is Magical Beginnings Essex's phone number?

(978) 768-6287.

Where is Magical Beginnings Essex?

1 Scott’s Way, Essex, MA 01929. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA of the Northshore @ Essex Elementary, 1.4 miles away.

Sources: Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (license).