World of Wonder

HOBOKEN, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity19
Est. price$1,059/mo

Contact information

Address133 Harrison Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030

CityHOBOKEN, NJ 07030

CountyHudson

Phone201-222-8004

Operating details

Capacity19

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/10/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High9
  • Medium-High6
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low7
  • Low0

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Location

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133 Harrison Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030, HOBOKEN, NJ 07030

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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
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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/10/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High2
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-Low risk4/10/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.1(d) — Maintain on file, a current Staff Records Checklist designated by OOL.

    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 4/27/2026

2025

  1. High risk12/16/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that a CARI background check is completed as required for (2) named staff.

    Ensure that a CARI background check is completed as required for (2) named staff. 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 1/16/2026
  2. Medium-High risk11/14/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Repair and paint the damaged wall in Room 1.

    Repair and paint the damaged wall in Room 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 12/16/2025
  3. High risk10/6/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that a CHRI background check is completed as required for (1) named staff.

    Ensure that a CHRI background check is completed as required for (1) named staff. 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 1/16/2026
  4. Medium-High risk10/6/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(e)(1)(v) — Ensure mouthed toys are washed and sanitized before being given to another child in Room 2.

    Ensure mouthed toys are washed and sanitized before being given to another child in Room 2. Regulation: In addition to the items specified in (a)3 above, the following equipment items or surfaces shall be washed and disinfected after each use: v. Bottles, nipples, and other feeding equipment.

    Corrected 11/14/2025
  5. High risk10/6/2025

    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 11/14/2025
  6. High risk10/6/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(a) — Ensure that a CARI background check is completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal. 11.14.2025- Sponsor missing and (1) named staff.

    Ensure that a CARI background check is completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff for the center's license renewal. 11.14.2025- Sponsor missing and (1) named staff. 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 11/14/2025
  7. Medium risk10/6/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(q)(3) — Ensure that all rooms approved for use by children are labeled.

    Ensure that all rooms approved for use by children are labeled. Regulation: The center shall identify all rooms of the center that have been approved by the Office of Licensing. This identification shall consist of numbers, letters, names or any other means of identification and shall be located either inside or directly outside each room.

    Corrected 11/14/2025

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
1Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,059/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: HOBOKEN, Hudson County
  • Capacity: 19
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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