Prodigy Academie LLC
RAMSEY, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address875 Route 17 South, Ramsey, NJ, 07446
CityRAMSEY, NJ 07446
CountyBergen
Phone201-934-8009
Operating details
Capacity83
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High14
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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875 Route 17 South, Ramsey, NJ, 07446, RAMSEY, NJ 07446
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/24/2026
- High7
- Medium-High14
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(f) — Ensure bedding is stored separately for each child in Room 4 - building 2.
Ensure bedding is stored separately for each child in Room 4 - building 2. Regulation: When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. (g) When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be: 1. Labeled for each child; and 2. Stored separately for each child.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(f) — Ensure bedding is stored separately for each child in Room 5 - building 1.
Ensure bedding is stored separately for each child in Room 5 - building 1. Regulation: When cribs, playpens, cots, mats or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment are stored with sheets, blankets, or other coverings as single units, at least one item of each unit shall be labeled with child-identifying information. (g) When sheets, blankets and other coverings are not stored with sleeping equipment, each of these items shall be: 1. Labeled for each child; and 2. Stored separately for each child.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-Low risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) — Ensure that all staff complete staff development annually. 3 staff outstanding.
Ensure that all staff complete staff development annually. 3 staff outstanding. 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 4/29/2026 - High risk3/24/2026
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 5/14/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.9(a)(1) — Maintain an illness log on file at the center that includes: the child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return.
Maintain an illness log on file at the center that includes: the child's name; symptoms of illness; actions taken by the center; and dates of exclusion and return. Regulation: The center shall maintain on file a log of the initial illnesses, symptoms of illness, or diseases that are exhibited by each child while in the center’s care, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.1(c) and (d). This illness log shall include: the child's name; the date and time the illness, symptoms of illness or diseases were observed at the center; a description of the symptoms of illness manifested by the child; the action taken by the center to assist: the child who is demonstrating symptoms of illness; and the director in determining if exclusion of the child from the center is necessary; any significant change in the child's symptoms of illness; the date, if applicable, that: the child was removed from the center; the child returned to the center with a note from a health care provider attesting to the child's admissibility to the center and recovery from a reportable disease, as specified in N.J.A.C. 8:57; the child returned to the center with a parent’s note attesting that six days have elapsed since the onset of chicken pox, or that all chicken pox sores have dried and crusted; or the child returned to the center symptom-free.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions in Room 2 - building 1.
Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions in Room 2 - building 1. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions in Room 3 - building 2.
Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required including immediately after coming into contact with nasal secretions in Room 3 - building 2. Regulation: Handwashing requirements are as follows: the center shall ensure that children three months of age and older wash their hands with soap and running water before intake of food; immediately after using the toilet or having diapers changed; immediately after coming into contact with blood, fecal matter, urine, vomit, nasal secretions, or other body fluids or secretions; immediately after coming in contact with an animal's body secretions; and immediately after outdoor play. (2)for children under three months of age or for those children three months of age and older wherein hand washing with soap and running water may not be developmentally appropriate, the center may use an alternate means for hand washing, including but not limited to disposable baby wipes.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.8(a)(1) — Obtain parental receipt of information for all required policies.
Obtain parental receipt of information for all required policies. Regulation: The center shall complete and maintain on file for each enrolled child a Children’s Records Checklist, signed by the director, sponsor, or sponsor representative and designated by the Office of Licensing, indicating that the center has obtained documentation of the child's name, address, birth date, and date of enrollment; the name(s), home and work address(es), home and work telephone number(s) and signature(s) of the parent(s); the name(s), address(es), and telephone number(s) of any person(s) authorized by the parent(s) to visit the child at the center and/or take the child from the center, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.5(a)1; and the name, address, and telephone number of the child's health care provider; signed authorization from the parent(s) for emergency medical treatment; the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b); the parent’s signature attesting to the receipt of the Information to Parents document, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.6(b).; health information for each child, as follows: for early childhood programs, a record of the child’s health examination and immunizations, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(a); and for school-age child care programs, a record of the parent’s statement concerning the child’s health, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.3(b).
Corrected 4/29/2026 - High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Ensure all medications required by the special care plan are present in Room 3 - building 1.
Ensure all medications required by the special care plan are present in Room 3 - building 1. 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 5/4/2026 - High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.5(b)(10) — Replace the expired medication in Room 2 - building 1.
Replace the expired medication in Room 2 - building 1. 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 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(p) — Secure the bookshelf in Room 4 - building 1.
Secure the bookshelf in Room 4 - building 1. Regulation: Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(b) — Ensure the emergency lighting is operable in the gym - Building 3.
Ensure the emergency lighting is operable in the gym - Building 3. Regulation: An applicant seeking a license or a Certificate of Life/Safety Approval to operate a center shall comply with all applicable provisions of the New Jersey Uniform Fire Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:70 and hereinafter referred to as the NJUFC. The center shall obtain the building's fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, reflecting the center's compliance with all applicable provisions of the NJUFC. The center shall maintain on file the building's fire safety inspection certificate.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(5)(i) — Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Complete and submit a DCF Drinking Water Testing Checklist and Statement of Assurance and a copy of the center's water testing completed by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection. Regulation: Environmental condition precautions are as follows: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center and, in the discretion of the Office of Licensing, any other time, the applicant or facility operator shall certify in writing that the center provides a potable water supply provided by a public community water system. If the facility is supplied by a public community water system, the applicant or facility operator shall provide documentation of water testing conducted by a laboratory certified by the Department of Environmental Protection for water testing for lead and copper from all faucets and other sources used for drinking water or food preparation and at least 50 percent of all indoor water faucets utilized by the center.
Corrected 4/28/2026 - Medium risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair the caulk around the sinks in boys and girls bathrooms - building 1.
Repair the caulk around the sinks in boys and girls bathrooms - building 1. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair the chipped paint in Room 3 - building 2.
Repair the chipped paint in Room 3 - building 2. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair the chipped paint in the gym - building 3.
Repair the chipped paint in the gym - building 3. Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair the rusted emergency door frame in Room 5 - building 1
Repair the rusted emergency door frame in Room 5 - building 1 Regulation: Walls shall be painted or otherwise covered whenever there is evidence of: i. Excessive peeling or chipped paint; or ii. Heavily soiled conditions.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Clean the ceiling vent and surrounding ceiling tiles in Room 1 - building 1.
Clean the ceiling vent and surrounding ceiling tiles in Room 1 - building 1. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Clean the ceiling vent and surrounding ceiling tiles in Room 2 - building 1.
Clean the ceiling vent and surrounding ceiling tiles in Room 2 - building 1. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Clean the fan blades in Room 3 - building 1.
Clean the fan blades in Room 3 - building 1. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Clean the vent in the bathroom in Room 1 - building 2.
Clean the vent in the bathroom in Room 1 - building 2. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Clean vent grate in the hallway - building 1.
Clean vent grate in the hallway - building 1. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(2) — Ensure the emergency exit in the gym - building 3 is easily accessible. Remove the hose outside the door.
Ensure the emergency exit in the gym - building 3 is easily accessible. Remove the hose outside the door. Regulation: Supplemental evacuation requirements are as follows: cribs, beds, playpens, and cots used for rest or sleep shall be arranged so as to provide access to a three-foot-wide aisle that leads to an unobstructed exit.
Corrected 4/29/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(i)(8) — Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH.
Submit a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the DOH. Regulation: at the time of the initial application, any renewal application, relocation of an existing licensed center, and, as determined by the Office of Licensing, on a case-by-case basis, the facility operator shall submit to the Office of Licensing a Safe Building Interior Certification or other approval issued by the Department of Health that indicates that no further remediation is needed for the interior of the building in which the center is located. the Office of Licensing shall not issue licenses or renewals to child care centers that are co-located in a building or other structure that contains a dry cleaner or nail salon unless the applicant obtains indoor air sampling that demonstrates that there is no impact to the child care center.
Corrected 4/16/2026 - Medium-High risk3/24/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace the stained ceiling tiles in the Multipurpose Room - building 1.
Replace the stained ceiling tiles in the Multipurpose Room - building 1. 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 4/29/2026
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$949/month
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About this daycare
- Location: RAMSEY, Bergen County
- Capacity: 83
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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