JCC on the Palisades Nursery School

TENAFLY, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

3.8based on state inspection data
Capacity421
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address411 E Clinton Ave, Tenafly, NJ, 07670

CityTENAFLY, NJ 07670

CountyBergen

Phone201-569-7900

Operating details

Capacity421

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/2/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High7
  • Medium-High13
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

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Location

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411 E Clinton Ave, Tenafly, NJ, 07670, TENAFLY, NJ 07670

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/2/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk6/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(3) — Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age.

    Provide at least five different activity areas with at least five different types of supplies and equipment for children over 18 months of age. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: centers serving children 18 months of age and older shall provide at least five types of children's daily activities including, but not limited to, language; science and mathematics; manipulative; large muscle; building; art; music; drama; or other comparable activities; and at least five types of supplies and equipment for each daily activity chosen by the center.

    Corrected 7/14/2026
  2. Medium-High risk6/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292.

    Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Corrected 7/14/2026
  3. Medium risk6/2/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.3(b)(3)(iv)(4) — Ensure that formula or breast milk that is served but not completely consumed is discarded immediately, or refrigerated and consumed within 24 hours. In room 3.

    Ensure that formula or breast milk that is served but not completely consumed is discarded immediately, or refrigerated and consumed within 24 hours. In room 3. Regulation: Feeding requirements for centers serving children less than 18 months of age are as follows: for bottles, refrigerated breast milk shall be used within 24 hours. formula or breast milk that is served, but not completely consumed or refrigerated, shall be discarded.

    Corrected 7/14/2026

2025

  1. High risk8/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.2(a)(8) — Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served.

    Provide a current life/hazard use registration certificate applicable to the center's licensed capacity and ages served. Regulation: The center shall obtain a Life Hazard Use Registration certificate applicable to the center’s licensed capacity and ages served pursuant to the Uniform Fire Safety Act, N.J.S.A. 52:27D-192 et seq. The center shall post this document in a prominent location within the center.

    Corrected 8/4/2025
  2. Medium-Low risk8/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-3.4(a) — Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage.

    Provide documentation that the center has current comprehensive general liability insurance coverage. Regulation: The sponsor or sponsor representative shall secure comprehensive general liability insurance coverage for the center and shall maintain on file a copy of the insurance policy or documentation of current insurance coverage.

    Corrected 8/4/2025
  3. Medium-High risk8/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(7) — Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292.

    Replenish resilient surfacing as required in all play equipment use zones in accordance with ASTM F1292. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall comply with the Playground Safety Subcode of the New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, as specified in N.J.A.C. 5:23-11.

    Corrected 12/1/2025
  4. Medium risk8/4/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(f)(2) — Remove brooms and mops from children's bathroom. Repair all sinks in classrooms that have trim around sink falling off.

    Remove brooms and mops from children's bathroom. Repair all sinks in classrooms that have trim around sink falling off. Regulation: Toilet facility requirements are as follows: mirrors, dispensers, and other equipment shall be fastened securely.

    Corrected 9/17/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$899/month

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Typical prices in New Jersey run about $1,247/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in New Jersey by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: TENAFLY, Bergen County
  • Capacity: 421
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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