Baby Love Christian Academy I Learning Center

EAST ORANGE, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

1.3based on state inspection data
Capacity38
Est. price$999/mo

Contact information

Address228 S Harrison Street, East Orange, NJ, 07018

CityEAST ORANGE, NJ 07018

CountyEssex

Phone973-677-1110

Operating details

Capacity38

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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228 S Harrison Street, East Orange, NJ, 07018, EAST ORANGE, NJ 07018

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/13/2026

  • High8
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required. Provide for two staff.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required. Provide for two 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.

    Not corrected
  2. High risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care.

    Ensure that children are adequately tracked at all times and staff are aware of the number of children in their care. 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.

    Not corrected
  3. High risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.10(b)(1) — Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required. Provide for two staff.

    Ensure that CARI background checks are completed as required. Provide for two staff. Regulation: Within two weeks after a new staff member begins working at the center, the sponsor or sponsor representative shall submit to the Department a completed CARI consent form for the new staff member. Until the results of the CARI background check for a new staff member have been received from the Department, the center shall ensure oversight of the new staff member by another staff member, and ensure that person is not left alone to supervise a child or group of children.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.5(c)(2) — Ensure that the director designee shall not have full-time classroom responsibilities when the director is not present and shall complete Understanding Licensing course.

    Ensure that the director designee shall not have full-time classroom responsibilities when the director is not present and shall complete Understanding Licensing course. Regulation: The director or his or her designee(s) shall be on the premises at all times when the center is operating and the designee: shall not have full-time classroom responsibilities during the times when the director is not present at the center and shall complete staff development in understanding licensing rules as provided by the Office of Licensing.

    Not corrected
  5. High risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(j) — Ensure that all staff under 18 years of age are directly supervised by a cleared staff member who is 18 years of age or older.

    Ensure that all staff under 18 years of age are directly supervised by a cleared staff member who is 18 years of age or older. Regulation: Staff members who are under 18 years of age shall be directly supervised by and visible to a staff member who is 18 years of age or older.

    Not corrected
  6. High risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(c) — Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times in Room 1.

    Ensure that adequate staff/child ratios are maintained at all times in Room 1. Regulation: (c) The following staff/child ratios shall apply, except as specified in (d) through (f) below: Under 18 months 1:4 18 months up to 2 ½ years 1:6 2 ½ years up to 4 years 1:10 4 years 1:12 5 years and older 1:15 (d) The following staff/child ratios shall apply during rest or sleep, when the criteria listed in (d) 1, 2, and 3 below are met: Under 18 months 18 months to under 2 ½ years 2 ½ years and above 1:10 1:12 1:20 2. A sufficient number of staff members shall be in the facility and readily accessible to ensure compliance with the awake staff/child ratios specified in (c) above.

    Not corrected
  7. Medium-High risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(e) — Ensure that pacifiers, bottles, or sippy cups are removed when children are crawling or walking.

    Ensure that pacifiers, bottles, or sippy cups are removed when children are crawling or walking. Regulation: The center shall ensure that pacifiers are removed when the children are crawling or walking. 6.3 (a)12. The center shall ensure that these safety and sanitation practices are followed: i. Older infants shall not carry bottles, sippy cups, or regular cups with them while crawling or walking;

    Corrected 7/13/2026
  8. Medium risk7/13/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.4(i) — Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices.

    Cease the use of pacifier straps or other types of attachment devices. Regulation: Children shall not use pacifiers with straps or other types of attachment devices.

    Corrected 7/13/2026
  9. Medium-High risk2/9/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(1) — Based on Complaint #24918, the center needs to ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children. At the time of the inspection, thermostat registered the temperature of 6

    Based on Complaint #24918, the center needs to ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children. At the time of the inspection, thermostat registered the temperature of 61 degrees Fahrenheit in Room 1. Regulation: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.

    Corrected 2/10/2026
  10. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(a)(1) — Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required before intake of food.

    Ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water as required before intake of food. 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 2/9/2026
  11. Medium risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.4(a)(4) — Based on Complaint #24845, ensure that a supply of hot tap water and cold running water is provided.

    Based on Complaint #24845, ensure that a supply of hot tap water and cold running water is provided. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply, a supply of hot tap water not exceeding 110 degrees Fahrenheit and cold running water shall be provided.

    Corrected 4/22/2026
  12. Medium risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(2) — Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators in the bathroom.

    Provide and maintain suitable protective devices for radiators in the bathroom. Regulation: steam and hot water pipes and radiators shall be protected by screens, guards, insulation, or any other suitable, non-combustible protective device.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
  13. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(d)(1) — Based on Complaint #24845, the center needs to ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children. At the time of the inspection, thermostat registered the temperature of 6

    Based on Complaint #24845, the center needs to ensure that a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit is maintained in all areas used by the children. At the time of the inspection, thermostat registered the temperature of 65 degrees Fahrenheit in Room 1. Regulation: a minimum temperature of 68 degrees Fahrenheit shall be maintained in all areas used by children, including, but not limited to, classrooms and bathrooms.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
  14. Medium risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(16) — Repair and/or paint walls throughout the center where there is evidence of chipped paint.

    Repair and/or paint walls throughout the center where there is evidence of chipped paint. 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 2/9/2026
  15. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children.

    Ensure that all toxic substances are inaccessible to the children. 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 1/6/2026
  16. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Clean under and around the microwave.

    Clean under and around the microwave. 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 4/22/2026
  17. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including ceiling in Room 2.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including ceiling in Room 2. 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 2/9/2026
  18. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean including window sill with the AC unit. Ensure that the window can close completely if the unit is removed.

    Ensure all surfaces are clean including window sill with the AC unit. Ensure that the window can close completely if the unit is removed. 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 2/9/2026
  19. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    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 1/7/2026
  20. Medium-High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.11(a) — Based on Complaint #24845, ensure that the adequate health procedures are maintained at all times. Staff fell sick and was alone with the children for about an hour until the other staff member came in.

    Based on Complaint #24845, ensure that the adequate health procedures are maintained at all times. Staff fell sick and was alone with the children for about an hour until the other staff member came in. 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 1/7/2026
  21. High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l) — Update a written emergency plan and maintain in a readily accessible location that includes all required components.

    Update a written emergency plan and maintain in a readily accessible location that includes all required components. Regulation: (l) Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: 1. The center shall prepare written emergency procedures delineating: i. The location of the first aid kit and any additional first aid supplies; ii. The name, address and telephone number of the physician retained by the center or of the health facility to be used in emergencies; iii. An alternate indoor location that operates during the same operating hours as the center. The center shall: (1) Select an alternate indoor location within safe walking distance; or (2) Develop a written procedure for obtaining emergency transportation to the alternate location; iv. The hospital or clinic to which injured or ill children will be taken; v. The telephone numbers for obtaining police, fire, ambulance and poison control services, including the National Poison Emergency Hotline at (800) 222-1222; vi. The location of written authorization from parent(s) for emergency medical care for each child; vii. A diagram showing how the center is to be evacuated in case of emergency from each classroom and the outdoor play area; viii. The location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers; and ix. Procedures for ensuring children’s safety and communicating with parents in the event of evacuation, lockdown, natural or civil disaster, and other emergencies. The procedures shall indicate: (1) The plan for informing parents of their children’s whereabouts; and (2) The local law enforcement agency or emergency management office that has been notified of the center’s identifying information, as specified in (l)3 below. 2. The emergency procedures shall be readily accessible in a designated location within the center. 3. The center shall ensure that the appropriate local law enforcement agency or emergency management office is notified of: i. The center’s name and location; ii. The number, ages, and special needs of

    Corrected 2/9/2026
  22. High risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. At the time of the inspection, the child was observed eating a napkin. The staff was not able to supervise as she was occupied with another child.

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. At the time of the inspection, the child was observed eating a napkin. The staff was not able to supervise as she was occupied with another child. 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. 1. At least one staff member shall be physically present in the room or area in which children are napping and shall be able to summon other staff members without leaving the room or area. 3. Naptime preparations shall have been completed and all children 18 months or above are resting or sleeping, while all children under 18 months of age are sleeping.

    Corrected 1/7/2026
  23. Medium risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) — Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal.

    Ensure tables are washed and disinfected before each meal. Regulation: Tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

    Corrected 2/9/2026
  24. Medium risk1/6/2026

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-6.1(g)(2)(iv) — Ensure that the use of infant equipment, including swings, exersaucers and bouncers, is limited to 30 minutes at a time.

    Ensure that the use of infant equipment, including swings, exersaucers and bouncers, is limited to 30 minutes at a time. Regulation: iv. The use of infant equipment including swings, exersaucers, and bouncers shall be limited to periods of 30 minutes at a time.

    Corrected 3/16/2026

2025

  1. High risk5/30/2025

    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. Provide CHRI clearance for one staff.

    Ensure that CHRI background checks are completed as required for the sponsor/sponsor representative and all regularly scheduled staff. Provide CHRI clearance for one 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 9/24/2025

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8Recent Violations
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About this daycare

  • Location: EAST ORANGE, Essex County
  • Capacity: 38
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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