Cornerstone School of Summit
SUMMIT, NJ·Licensed Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address561 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ, 07901
CitySUMMIT, NJ 07901
CountyUnion
Phone908-277-4400
Operating details
Capacity86
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/28/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High18
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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561 Springfield Avenue, Summit, NJ, 07901, SUMMIT, NJ 07901
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/28/2025
- High1
- Medium-High5
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk7/28/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(m)(3) — The center shall provide a current valid fire certificate.
The center shall provide a current valid fire certificate. Regulation: The center shall be permitted to obtain a valid fire safety inspection certificate issued by the municipality in which it is located, based on a fire inspection conducted within the preceding 12 months, and submit a copy of the certificate to the Office of Licensing in lieu of a CO or CCO, if the center serves only children 2 ½ years of age or older and is located in a public school building that is used as a public school.
Corrected 8/25/2025 - Medium-High risk7/28/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the toilet bolt cap in the bathroom of Room 202.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the toilet bolt cap in the bathroom of Room 202. 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 8/25/2025 - Medium-High risk7/28/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the stained ceiling tiles in Room 118.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the stained ceiling tiles in Room 118. 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 8/25/2025 - Medium-High risk7/28/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the stained ceiling tiles in Pre-K 205 room.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing the stained ceiling tiles in Pre-K 205 room. 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 8/25/2025 - Medium-High risk7/28/2025
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing stained ceiling tiles in Room 202.
Ensure all surfaces are clean and in good repair including replacing stained ceiling tiles in Room 202. 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 8/25/2025
2024
- High risk9/24/2024
N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a)(1) — Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. In classroom 203, the staff stated there were 7 children, when 8 were present.
Ensure that adequate procedures for tracking children are adhered to at all times throughout the center. In classroom 203, the staff stated there were 7 children, when 8 were present. 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 10/29/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$949/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
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: SUMMIT, Union County
- Capacity: 86
- Type: Licensed Child Care Center
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