Barnert Temple Preschool & Family Center
FRANKLIN LAKES, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address747 Route 208 S, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 07417
CountyBergen
Phone201-848-1027
Operating details
Capacity105
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High8
- Medium-High14
- Medium0
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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747 Route 208 S, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 07417, FRANKLIN LAKES, NJ 07417
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/21/2026
- High8
- Medium-High14
- Medium0
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(d) — Provide a current fire certificate as required.
Provide a current fire certificate as required. Regulation: An applicant seeking the renewal of a license or of a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to continue operating a center shall obtain and maintain on file a fire safety inspection certificate for the building based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months. If the center prepares meals, the applicant seeking renewal shall obtain and maintain on file a satisfactory Sanitary Inspection Certificate, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:24, indicating that the kitchen is in compliance with the applicable requirements of the State Sanitary Code, based on a sanitary inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months.
Corrected 3/2/2026 - Medium-High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 101.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 101. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 2/27/2026 - Medium-High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all diaper creams are inaccessible to the children in Room 102.
Ensure that all diaper creams are inaccessible to the children in Room 102. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.
Corrected 2/27/2026 - Medium-High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 201.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 201. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 2/27/2026 - Medium-High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 103.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 103. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 2/27/2026 - High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure the EpiPens are stored in their original box with the prescription attached.
Ensure the EpiPens are stored in their original box with the prescription attached. Regulation: (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — replace the expired EpiPens for 2 children.
replace the expired EpiPens for 2 children. Regulation: (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - High risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Replace the expired Zyrtec for one child.
Replace the expired Zyrtec for one child. Regulation: (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).
Corrected 2/27/2026 - Medium-Low risk1/21/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) — Ensure that all staff complete staff development annually.
Ensure that all staff complete staff development annually. Regulation: The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year. Orientation training as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a) may be included for six of the required hours of staff development specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) and (d).
Corrected 2/27/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 201.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 201. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.11(a) — Develop and follow a written communicable disease policy with all required components including the link t the list of excludable diseases.
Develop and follow a written communicable disease policy with all required components including the link t the list of excludable diseases. Regulation: (a) Each center shall develop a written policy on the management of communicable diseases. This policy shall include the following: 1. The list of illnesses and symptoms of illness for which a child will be separated from the group and possibly sent home, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c); 2. The list of diseases for which a child will not be readmitted to the center unless accompanied by a statement from the child's health care provider, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(d); and 78 3. Assurance that during any outbreak of an excludable disease at the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(d), each parent whose child may have been exposed to the disease shall receive a written notice of the outbreak.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. 6 CHRI clearances are outstanding for new staff. 10/7/25 - 1 CHRI outstanding.
Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. 6 CHRI clearances are outstanding for new staff. 10/7/25 - 1 CHRI outstanding. Regulation: As a condition of securing a license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall ensure that a Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) fingerprint background check is completed for himself or herself, and for all staff members at least 18 years of age who are or will be working at the center on a regularly- scheduled basis, to determine whether any such person has been convicted of a crime, as specified in P.L. 2000, c. 77 (N.J.S.A. 30:5B-6.10 to 6.17). If a staff member refuses to consent to a CHRI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member’s employment at the center.
Corrected 11/5/2025 - High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal.
Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal. Regulation: As a condition of securing a new or renewal license or Certificate of Life/Safety Approval, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall provide for himself or herself, and shall obtain from all staff members who are or will be working at the center on a regularly scheduled basis, written consent for the Department to conduct a Child Abuse Record Information (CARI) background check to determine whether an incident of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated against any such person. If a staff member refused to consent to a CARI background check, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall immediately terminate the staff member's employment at the center.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-Low risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Ensure all staff have 2 references on file.
Ensure all staff have 2 references on file. Regulation: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-Low risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Ensure all staff have signed the criminal disclosure statement.
Ensure all staff have signed the criminal disclosure statement. Regulation: the Staff Records Checklist for the current director and all staff members currently working at the center shall be maintained on file at the center.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription. 2 children need the original box and prescription for their epi-pen.
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription. 2 children need the original box and prescription for their epi-pen. Regulation: (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure the amount of EpiPen's required by the special care plan are present at the center.
Ensure the amount of EpiPen's required by the special care plan are present at the center. Regulation: (9) The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: before administering a health care procedure associated with a child’s health condition, such as the use of a blood glucose monitor, nebulizer, or epinephrine pen, the center shall ensure that all staff members who administer the procedure are taught to do so by the child’s parent or another appropriately-trained person. There shall be at least two staff members present at the center who are trained in such health care procedures. 10. The center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40- 12.5.e(1).
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 103
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 103 Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 202.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 202. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(i) — Ensure a 2 step process is being use on all surfaces as required.
Ensure a 2 step process is being use on all surfaces as required. Regulation: The following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: (1) Washcloths made of fabric, when used for cleaning children; (2) Thermometers; (3) Items used by a child who becomes ill while at the center; and (4) Sleeping mats that are not stored separately.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 101.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in Room 101. Regulation: (a) Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall be free of moisture resulting from water leaks or seepage. 2. Floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair. 4. Carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor. 9. Toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure the cleaning products under the sink are inaccessible to children in Room 202.
Ensure the cleaning products under the sink are inaccessible to children in Room 202. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure the cleaning products under the sink are inaccessible to children in Room 102.
Ensure the cleaning products under the sink are inaccessible to children in Room 102. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all corrosive agents, insecticides, bleaches, detergents, polishes, any products under pressure in an aerosol spray can, and any toxic substance shall be stored in a locked cabinet or in an enclosure located in an area not accessible to the children.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Ensure the fire drill log is kept current with all fire drills documented.
Ensure the fire drill log is kept current with all fire drills documented. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable. The center shall ensure that all children present are evacuated from the building within three minutes during each fire drill.
Corrected 5/8/2025 - Medium-High risk3/27/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) — Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid are present at the center at all times.
Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid are present at the center at all times. Regulation: First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present. The first aid and CPR training shall include a hands-on training component in addition to any online training coursework.
Corrected 5/22/2025
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Estimated monthly cost
$899/month
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About this daycare
- Location: FRANKLIN LAKES, Bergen County
- Capacity: 105
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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