B L C Pilgrim Inc.

FORT LEE, NJLicensed Child Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity72
Est. price$949/mo

Contact information

Address1418 Bergen Blvd, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024

CityFORT LEE, NJ 07024

CountyBergen

Phone201-585-1550

Operating details

Capacity72

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/21/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High14
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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1418 Bergen Blvd, Fort Lee, NJ, 07024, FORT LEE, NJ 07024

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/21/2025

  • High7
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2025

  1. High risk8/21/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.7(a)(1) — Provide annual training for all staff members. 9-5-25 Staff training for 1 staff member still needed.

    Provide annual training for all staff members. 9-5-25 Staff training for 1 staff member still needed. Regulation: The center shall meet the following requirements for orientation training: the center shall ensure that all newly-hired staff receive orientation training within two weeks of hire and that no individual is left alone to supervise a child or group of children until orientation training is completed.

    Corrected 10/9/2025
  2. High risk8/21/2025

    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 1/7/2026
  3. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(1) — Replace vinyl toilet seats and cover in bathrooms outside of room 1 and bathroom outside of room 7.

    Replace vinyl toilet seats and cover in bathrooms outside of room 1 and bathroom outside of room 7. 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 9/5/2025
  4. Medium-High risk8/21/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(15) — Ensure all vents are free of dust throughout the center.

    Ensure all vents are free of dust throughout the center. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

    Corrected 9/5/2025
  5. Medium risk8/21/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(c)(1) — Repair or replace light bulb in ceiling light in room 6.

    Repair or replace light bulb in ceiling light in room 6. Regulation: Lighting requirements are as follows: all fluorescent tubes and incandescent light bulbs shall have protective covers or shields. During program activities, at least 20 foot-candles of natural or artificial light shall be provided in all rooms used by the children. This illumination shall be measured three feet above the floor at the farthest point from the light source. Parking areas, pedestrian walkways, or other exterior portions of the premises subject to use by center occupants at night shall be illuminated to provide safe entrance to and egress from the center.

    Corrected 9/5/2025
  6. High risk8/21/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.11(a) — Provide CHRI background checks for 1 named staff member.

    Provide CHRI background checks for 1 named staff member. 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 9/5/2025
  7. High risk8/21/2025

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a) — Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. At time of inspection, the teacher in room 2 left a child unattended while they left the classroom.

    Ensure that children are directly supervised at all times. At time of inspection, the teacher in room 2 left a child unattended while they left the classroom. 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 9/5/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(n)(1) — Conduct and document fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time.

    Conduct and document fire drills at least once per month during each session provided at the center, including one fire drill annually that is conducted during nap time. Regulation: Fire prevention requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct fire drills at least once a month, as specified in the NJUFC. The center shall ensure that fire drills are conducted during each session provided at the center and that one fire drill per year is conducted during nap time, if applicable.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  2. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(4) — Ensure that the circle rug in Room3 is securely fastened to the floor.

    Ensure that the circle rug in Room3 is securely fastened to the floor. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  3. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(b)(1) — Remove piles of leaves and garbage bags from the outdoor playground and ensure that the exit gate from the playground is clear of leaves.

    Remove piles of leaves and garbage bags from the outdoor playground and ensure that the exit gate from the playground is clear of leaves. Regulation: Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  4. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(l)(4) — Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually.

    Conduct and document at least two lockdown drills annually. Regulation: Emergency procedure requirements are as follows: the center shall conduct two lockdown drills per year and maintain on file a record of each lockdown drill. The center shall ensure that lockdown drills are conducted during each session provided at the center.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  5. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(17) — Ensure that all TV wires throughout the center are secured.

    Ensure that all TV wires throughout the center are secured. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: all televisions and computers shall be secured on a stable surface and shelving shall be secured and not be overloaded.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  6. High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(2) — Repair the ceiling where it is peeling/chipping in Room 5 near the cubbies and sleeping mats.

    Repair the ceiling where it is peeling/chipping in Room 5 near the cubbies and sleeping mats. Regulation: Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  7. High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(a)(2) — Retrain all staff on the center's policy of using a two step process of washing and disinfecting surfaces. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL.

    Retrain all staff on the center's policy of using a two step process of washing and disinfecting surfaces. Submit training information with staff signatures to OOL. 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 1/7/2025
  8. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    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 2/18/2025
  9. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(a)(10) — Ensure that the "water tank" closet door remains secured at all times, as the closet contains toxic cleaners, which must remain inaccessible to the children.

    Ensure that the "water tank" closet door remains secured at all times, as the closet contains toxic cleaners, which must remain 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 1/7/2025
  10. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-5.3(o)(1) — Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications and are present at the center at all times. Submit updated CPR cards to OOL.

    Ensure that at least two staff members who have current pediatric first aid and CPR certifications and are present at the center at all times. Submit updated CPR cards to OOL. Regulation: First aid requirements are as follows: at least two staff members who have current certified basic knowledge of first aid principles and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as defined by a recognized health organization (such as the American Red Cross), shall be in the center at all times when enrolled children are present.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  11. Medium-Low risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.8(c) — Complete and submit updated annual staff training logs reflecting required training hours.

    Complete and submit updated annual staff training logs reflecting required training hours. Regulation: The center shall ensure that all staff members who work at the center complete 12 hours of continuing staff development each year.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  12. High risk12/2/2024

    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 or other equivalent documentation from a healthcare provider, and that two are present when two are r

    Ensure Epi-pens are stored in their original boxes with the child's name and prescription, accompanied by a special care plan or other equivalent documentation from a healthcare provider, and that two are present when two are required by the plan for one named child. Regulation: 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: 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 1/7/2025
  13. Medium risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.7(a)(3)(iv) — Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal using a two step process.

    Ensure that the center washes and disinfects the tables used by the children for eating before each meal using a two step process. Regulation: The schedule for disinfecting shall be as follows: tables used by the children for eating shall be washed and disinfected before each meal.

    Corrected 1/7/2025
  14. Medium-High risk12/2/2024

    N.J.A.C. 3A:52-7.8(d)(1)(ii)(3) — Remove the cloth diaper changing pad cover in Room 2..

    Remove the cloth diaper changing pad cover in Room 2.. Regulation: For early childhood programs, the following shall apply: diapering requirements for centers serving children who are not toilet trained are as follows, diapering area and surface requirements are as follows, the diapering surface shall be flat, smooth, clean, dry, non-absorbent, and in good repair.

    Corrected 1/7/2025

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0Recent Violations
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$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: FORT LEE, Bergen County
  • Capacity: 72
  • Type: Licensed Child Care Center

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