Learn Smart Preschool
RUTHERFORD, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address145 Mortimer Ave, Rutherford, NJ, 07070
CountyBergen
Phone201-438-7633
Operating details
Capacity60
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/30/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High13
- Medium-High8
- Medium3
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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145 Mortimer Ave, Rutherford, NJ, 07070, RUTHERFORD, NJ 07070
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/30/2026
- High7
- Medium-High1
- Medium1
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-Low risk1/30/2026
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.
Complete and maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL. 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 2/6/2026 - High risk1/30/2026
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, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are
Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan that includes procedures for contacting parents and emergency medical services, and both epi-pens are present when two are required. 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 3/24/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk2/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) — Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location.
Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.
Corrected 2/24/2025 - Medium risk2/10/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(19) — Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location.
Complete radon testing in every room on the lowest floor used by children and post the results in a prominent location. Regulation: the center shall test for the presence of radon gas in each classroom on the lowest floor level used by children at least once every five years and shall post the test results in a prominent location in all buildings at the center, as specified in N.J.S.A. 30:5B-5.2.
Corrected 4/15/2025 - High risk1/14/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) — Based on report, retrain the named staff on the center's policies and procedures for tracking children.
Based on report, retrain the named staff on the center's policies and procedures for tracking children. Regulation: Topics of orientation training shall include understanding center operations, policies and procedures, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(b)3.
Corrected 1/14/2025 - High risk1/14/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Based on report, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center.
Based on report, ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. Regulation: The center shall develop and implement an Office of Licensing-approved method to keep track of the location and ensure the safety of all children at all times when under the center’s supervision, including the transfer of supervision from and to parents during arrival and departure and the utilization of off-site locations, including playgrounds and field trips.
Corrected 1/14/2025
2024
- High risk11/21/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)(4) — Ensure that all staff are retrained on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect.
Ensure that all staff are retrained on recognizing and reporting child abuse and neglect. Regulation: Topics of orientation training shall include recognizing and reporting child abuse or neglect, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.9.
Corrected 1/14/2025 - High risk11/21/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Based on complaint# 23709, the center needs to ensure that all children are directly supervised at all times while on the playground.
Based on complaint# 23709, the center needs to ensure that all children are directly supervised at all times while on the playground. Regulation: The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.
Corrected 11/21/2024 - High risk11/21/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)(1) — Ensure that all staff are retrained on supervising and tracking children during outdoor activities.
Ensure that all staff are retrained on supervising and tracking children during outdoor activities. Regulation: Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).
Corrected 1/14/2025 - High risk11/21/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(b)(6)(ii) — Ensure that adequate procedures for incidents are adhered to at all times throughout the center, including recording of any unusual incidents involving the child and ensuring that the child's parents are immediately notified
Ensure that adequate procedures for incidents are adhered to at all times throughout the center, including recording of any unusual incidents involving the child and ensuring that the child's parents are immediately notified of them. Regulation: The center shall maintain on file a written record of each incident resulting in an injury as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.6(a). These records shall include the following: a written description of the injury to the child.
Corrected 1/14/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$949/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: RUTHERFORD, Bergen County
- Capacity: 60
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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